Custom Airtight Zipper: Procurement Checklist & Process | YILON 翼隆实业

Getting a custom airtight zipper right the first time depends on providing complete parameters at inquiry. Missing key details leads to pricing gaps and repeated sampling. This guide lists the 12 required parameters and a standard procurement process you can use directly.

The 12 customization parameters

#	Parameter	Notes
1	Application	Determines rating and material (drysuit, inflatable, roller door)
2	Length range	5cm-100m, per product opening line
3	Opening length	Actual usable opening length
4	Size / tape width	#5 / #8 / #10, chain width 10-70mm
5	Color	Pantone or custom
6	Slider style	Auto-lock / non-lock, cord pull, single / double
7	End structure	Top stop / bottom stop / separable / circular
8	Material	TPU / PEVA / silicone / nylon
9	Waterproof rating	IPX6 / IPX7 / IPX8
10	Oil resistance	Exposure to oils or solvents
11	Test conditions	Required test standards
12	Quantity	Sample quantity + production estimate

Five-step procurement process

① Requirements: submit the parameter list for selection advice and a quote.
② Sampling: confirm sample fee and lead time.
③ Validation: test waterproofing, airtightness, and cycling.
④ Production: confirm lead time and quality standards.
⑤ QC delivery: factory test reports included.

Inquiry message template

Inquiry template: “We make [product] for [application], need [IPX6/7/8] airtight waterproof zippers, length [range], size [#5/#8/#10], estimated quantity [qty]. Please provide sample lead time, production lead time, and pricing.”

Lead time & MOQ reference (subject to supplier confirmation)

Samples: ~7-15 days depending on specs and material.
Production: ~15-30 days depending on quantity and process.
MOQ: varies by spec and material.

YILON: YILON supports all 12 parameters above with full sample-to-production support. Inquiries: dgyilon@163.com or +86-0769-85783151.

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