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STEP-BY-STEP SELECTION
Follow this four-step 昀氀owchart to order the perfect zipper for every boat project.
STEP 1: MOLDED TOOTH OR COIL CHAIN?
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Molded Tooth: Dupont Delrin® plastic teeth molded to zipper tape. Practically
weatherproof; high UV and corrosion resistance.
Coil: Nylon teeth sewn to zipper tape with polyester thread. Flexible; takes
curves very well.
STEP 2: FINISHED OR CONTINUOUS ZIPPER?
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Finished: Complete zipper install. Zipper chain, slider(s), stop(s), and sometimes starter box and pin preinstalled.
Continuous: Zipper chain only; sliders and stops not included. Cut chain to
needed length.
STEP 3: WHICH ZIPPER SIZE?
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Size #5: For cushions, tote bags and more.
Size #10: For sail packs, boat covers, enclosures and more.
Size #12: For large marine projects and when a stronger zipper is needed.
STEP 4: WHICH SLIDER TYPE?
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Locking: Slider stays in place unless tab is pulled.
Non-Locking: Slider will move if any part is pushed or pulled, or if zipper teeth
are pulled apart.
Single Pull: One pull on only one side. For projects accessed from one side.
Double Pull: Pulls on both sides. For projects accessed from either side.
Scan here to learn more about
the zipper choices above, or read
the blog by searching “Choosing the Right
Zipper” on Sailrite.com.
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