This 20 m / 65.62 ft N5 / #5 nylon zipper tape set with 10 single-pull sliders gives sewing workshops, bag makers, case producers, repair businesses, and small product brands a flexible way to create zipper lengths that fit the real dimensions of their work. Instead of selecting a fixed ready-made zipper for every bag, cover, pouch, or organizer, you can cut the zipper tape according to the actual closure line.
That flexibility is valuable when product dimensions change between styles or customer orders. A small pouch may need a short zipper opening, while an organizer, equipment case, or protective cover may need a longer opening. One continuous zipper-tape supply allows you to prepare multiple lengths while keeping the zipper system consistent across your workshop production.
Why choose a 20 m / 65.62 ft zipper-tape set?
This quantity is suitable for makers who need more than a sample-size supply but do not want to commit immediately to a large workshop roll. It can support custom orders, bag samples, small collections, repair work, prototype development, and regular low-to-medium-volume production.
The included 10 sliders let you begin building closures without buying separate sliders for the first set of projects. When your production volume increases, you can top up with matching zipper tape or additional single-pull sliders while keeping the same N5 / #5 nylon coil zipper system in use.
Build zipper length around the actual opening
Measure the zipper opening from the true start point to the true end point. Do not measure only the outside length of the bag, cover, or case. Include seam allowance, lining thickness, corner transitions, end finishing, zipper-stop space, and the opening width needed for the user to access the finished product comfortably.
A zipper cut too short may make a bag or case difficult to use. A zipper cut too long may cause bunching, uneven seams, extra bulk, or unnecessary finishing work. Measuring first helps create a cleaner zipper line and improves the day-to-day experience of opening and closing the product.
Single-pull sliders for one-sided zipper operation
The 10 included sliders are single-pull sliders. They are suitable for closures that are normally opened from one accessible side, including bag tops, pouch openings, organizer compartments, equipment cases, luggage sections, fabric covers, and similar textile products.
For tent doors, sleeping bags, reversible covers, or other products where the zipper must be operated from both sides, a double-pull slider may be more suitable. Slider selection should reflect the intended movement of the user, not only the zipper size.
Test the zipper before cutting production lengths
Before preparing multiple pieces, make a short sewn test sample using the actual shell fabric, lining, interfacing, foam, binding, and seam allowance from your project. Check zipper travel, coil engagement, slider movement, access width, and whether the fabric layers interfere with the zipper path.
This is especially important for thick canvas, padded covers, foam-backed cases, multilayer bags, or products with bulky lining. A zipper can move freely before sewing but behave differently after the surrounding material is attached. A short test helps prevent wasted tape and rework during production.
Finish the zipper ends securely
Continuous zipper tape has no factory-finished ends after cutting. Secure each end with a suitable zipper stop, sewn end, folded construction, or another project-specific finishing method. The aim is to prevent the slider from running off the tape during use.
Zipper stops, thread, cutting tools, machines, and extra hardware are not included in this set. Plan your end-finishing method before cutting multiple production pieces, especially for bags and cases that will be opened frequently or used under load.
Standard nylon zipper tape, not TPU-coated tape
This is a standard N5 / #5 nylon coil zipper-tape set. It is not TPU-coated water-resistant zipper tape. For outdoor covers, moisture-exposed bags, weather-facing textile products, or projects that need a more protected zipper surface, compare TPU-coated zipper tape before choosing the final zipper system.
A more water-resistant zipper surface does not make an entire finished item waterproof on its own. Fabric coating, seam construction, seam sealing, flap design, lining, pocket construction, and end finishing also affect the product’s final level of moisture protection.
Custom zipper tape and slider requirements
For larger workshop or brand production, custom tape colors, slider configurations, branded pull tabs, logo pullers, special finishes, and project-specific zipper systems can be reviewed. Share the intended product type, target zipper-length range, preferred tape color, required slider style, estimated quantity, and a reference sample where available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the set include?
The set includes 20 m / 65.62 ft of N5 / #5 nylon zipper tape and 10 single-pull sliders.
Is this a package of ready-made zippers?
No. It is continuous zipper tape that can be cut according to the zipper length needed for each project.
Are the included sliders single-pull sliders?
Yes. The set includes 10 single-pull sliders for standard one-sided zipper operation.
Are zipper stops included?
No. Zipper stops, thread, cutting tools, sewing machines, and additional accessories are not included.
Can this set be used for bag making and cases?
Yes. It is suitable for bags, pouches, organizers, cases, covers, and many custom textile closures.
Is this water-resistant zipper tape?
No. This is standard nylon coil zipper tape. Choose a TPU-coated alternative when a more water-resistant zipper surface is needed.