67 cm / 26.38 in N5 / #5 TPU-Coated Water-Resistant Two-Way Zipper ENC0067SG

This 67 cm / 26.38 in N5 / #5 TPU-coated water-resistant two-way zipper is a closed-end dual-slider zipper for parkas, long coats, softshell jackets, hooded outerwear, and technical apparel. The two-way construction allows one slider to operate from the top while the second slider can open the lower section upward, helping the wearer gain movement room when walking, sitting, driving, cycling, or layering clothing.

This zipper stays connected at the bottom. It is not a separating zipper and does not detach into two separate halves. That makes it a practical option for long outerwear where the hem needs controlled opening rather than complete separation. A two-way parka zipper can improve the way a finished coat feels in everyday use because the lower section can be adjusted without fully opening the garment.

What Does a TPU-Coated Water-Resistant Two-Way Zipper Do?

A TPU-coated zipper has a protective outer surface designed to reduce direct water exposure around the zipper line. This makes it suitable for parkas, softshell jackets, rain-oriented outerwear, outdoor coats, and technical garments where the front closure is exposed to moisture, light rain, or damp conditions.

The TPU-coated surface also creates a smoother and more technical appearance. On black, charcoal, navy, dark green, and performance-focused outerwear, a TPU-coated water-resistant two-way zipper can make the front closure look more streamlined and purpose-built.

Water-Resistant Does Not Mean the Whole Garment Is Waterproof

A TPU-coated zipper can improve water resistance along the front closure, but it does not make a finished jacket fully waterproof on its own. Overall weather protection depends on shell fabric, seam tape, seam construction, storm flap design, pocket construction, hood design, lining, and complete garment assembly.

Before regular production, test the zipper with the real shell fabric, lining, front placket, and sewing method. Check zipper movement, lower-slider function, coating behavior, seam bulk, hem alignment, and the garment’s expected exposure to rain or moisture.

Where Can a 67 cm / 26.38 in Two-Way Zipper Be Used?

This 67 cm / 26.38 in closed-end two-way zipper is suitable for parkas, long coats, softshell jackets, outdoor apparel, technical workwear, hooded outerwear, and long zip-front garments that need adjustable opening at the lower hem.

Measure the actual finished front opening before ordering. Check the collar or hood construction, placket width, lining, hem, rib trim, seam allowance, pocket placement, and the movement needed by the wearer. The overall garment length alone does not determine the correct zipper length.

N5 / #5 Zipper Size for Outerwear

N5 / #5 is suitable for jackets and outerwear that need a more substantial front closure than a fine dress zipper. It provides a balanced option for parkas, softshell jackets, outdoor coats, and technical garments where the zipper should be visible, easy to grip, and proportionate to the garment.

For lightweight dresses, skirts, shirts, or fine blouses, a smaller closed-end or invisible zipper will usually be more appropriate. For heavily padded winter parkas or designs that require oversized visible teeth, compare larger molded zipper constructions before production.

Black 322 Tape Color and Outerwear Design

Black 322 tape works naturally with black, charcoal, navy, dark gray, deep green, and technical outdoor color palettes. On stone, beige, light gray, white, or color-blocked shells, it can create a deliberate contrast line that gives the garment a more athletic or technical character.

For a cohesive garment finish, compare the zipper tape with the lining, drawcords, rib trim, pocket details, snaps, buttons, eyelets, zipper pulls, logo plates, and other visible hardware. Consistent trim choices help an outerwear product look more controlled and more premium.

Sewing Guidance for TPU-Coated Two-Way Zippers

Align both zipper tapes carefully at the neckline and hem before sewing. The front panels should meet at the same level when the zipper is closed. Keep bulky lining, seam layers, and thick rib trim away from the lower slider area so it can move freely.

Avoid forcing sharp folds into the TPU-coated surface. Make a sewn sample using the actual shell fabric, lining, and front-placket construction before full production. Check for twisting, rippling, uneven hem placement, restricted slider movement, coating marks, or excess seam bulk.

When Should You Choose a Different Zipper?

Choose an open-end separating zipper when the garment front must detach completely at the hem. Choose a closed-end zipper for pants, skirts, pockets, bags, and fixed-bottom applications. Choose an invisible zipper for dresses or skirts where the closure should blend into the seam.

For custom-length technical outerwear projects, consider the TPU-coated water-resistant #10 zipper tape. To compare outerwear zipper structures by length and intended garment use, browse the jacket zipper collection.

Custom Two-Way Zipper Production

TPU-coated water-resistant two-way zippers can be developed with custom lengths, tape colors, slider types, branded zipper pulls, dual-slider direction, and collection-specific technical requirements. Share the garment type, target zipper length, required color, estimated quantity, and any physical sample or technical reference for a custom-production review.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this an open-end separating zipper?

No. This is a closed-end two-way zipper. The zipper remains connected at the bottom.

What does two-way or dual-slider mean?

It means the zipper has two sliders. One operates from the top, while the lower slider can be moved upward to create an adjustable opening at the hem.

What garments can use this zipper?

It is suitable for parkas, long coats, softshell jackets, hooded outerwear, outdoor apparel, and technical garments.

Does TPU coating make the whole jacket waterproof?

No. It supports water resistance at the zipper line. Fabric, seam tape, storm flaps, pockets, and garment construction determine full waterproof performance.

What tape color is listed?

The listed zipper tape color is Black 322.

Can I request another length or custom zipper pull?

Yes. Custom length, tape color, slider, and branded zipper-pull requests can be reviewed according to the project and production quantity.