67 cm / 26.38 in N5 / #5 TPU-Coated Water-Resistant Separating Jacket Zipper ENC0067SG

This 67 cm / 26.38 in N5 / #5 TPU-coated water-resistant separating jacket zipper is designed for parkas, softshell jackets, hooded outerwear, outdoor apparel, technical garments, and other products that need a full front opening. The TPU-coated surface helps create a more protected zipper line in rainy, damp, and outdoor-use conditions.

The open-end separating construction allows the zipper tapes to detach completely at the bottom. This makes it suitable for jackets, parkas, hoodies, and outerwear that must open fully to the hem. Black 322 tape offers a clean option for dark technical apparel and can also become a deliberate contrast line on lighter shell fabrics.

Why Choose a TPU-Coated Water-Resistant Zipper?

A TPU-coated zipper is useful when a garment needs more protection at the front closure than a standard zipper line provides. The coated surface helps reduce direct water exposure around the zipper area and gives the front opening a smoother, more technical appearance.

For parkas, softshell jackets, outdoor coats, rain-oriented apparel, and performance outerwear, the zipper is not only a fastening part. It is a visible functional detail. A properly selected TPU-coated zipper can help the product feel more purpose-built, more refined, and more reliable in the customer’s hands.

Water-Resistant Does Not Mean Fully Waterproof

This TPU-coated zipper can improve water resistance at the front closure, but it does not make the finished jacket fully waterproof by itself. Final weather protection depends on the shell material, seam tape, seam construction, storm flaps, pocket design, hood design, and the full garment assembly.

Before full production, test the zipper with the actual shell fabric, lining, stitching method, and front-placket design. Check separator engagement, zipper movement, coating behavior, front-edge alignment, and whether the garment remains comfortable and balanced when the zipper is closed.

67 cm / 26.38 in for Parkas, Softshells, and Outdoor Jackets

The 67 cm / 26.38 in length can suit many adult parkas, outdoor jackets, softshell designs, hooded coats, and longer front-opening garments. Select zipper length by measuring the true finished opening from the neckline to the hem rather than estimating from the overall garment length.

Check the collar or hood construction, front placket, ribbed hem, lining, seam allowance, pocket location, and intended range of movement. A zipper that matches the actual opening helps the garment stay aligned and reduces the risk of twisting, rippling, or an uneven hem.

N5 / #5 Zipper Construction for Technical Outerwear

N5 / #5 is a practical zipper size for jackets and outerwear that need a more substantial front closure than a fine fashion zipper. It works well in outerwear designs where the zipper should be visible, easy to handle, and proportionate to the garment.

For fine dresses, skirts, and lightweight blouses, a smaller invisible or closed-end zipper may be more appropriate. For heavily padded winter parkas or designs needing very large visible teeth, compare larger molded zipper constructions before final selection.

Black 322 Tape for Technical Styling

Black 322 tape coordinates well with black, charcoal, navy, dark gray, dark green, and performance-inspired outerwear. It can also provide a strong contrast against light gray, stone, beige, white, and color-blocked jacket shells.

For a more cohesive garment, compare the zipper tape with lining, drawcords, rib trim, pocket zippers, snaps, buttons, eyelets, logo plates, and other visible hardware. Small hardware choices can make a jacket look more coordinated and more professionally developed.

Sewing Guidance for TPU-Coated Separating Zippers

Align both zipper tapes at the neckline and hem before stitching. The front panels should meet at equal height when closed. Keep bulky seam layers, thick lining, and rib trim away from the lower separator so the zipper can engage and release comfortably.

Avoid forcing sharp folds into the TPU-coated surface. Create a sewn sample using the real garment materials before production. Check zipper travel, front-edge flatness, separator function, rippling, twisting, seam bulk, and hem alignment.

Custom Technical Zipper Options

TPU-coated water-resistant zippers can be developed with custom lengths, tape colors, puller styles, dual-slider constructions, branded zipper pulls, and collection-specific technical requirements. Share the garment type, requested length, target color, expected quantity, and any physical sample or technical specification for a custom-production review.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a TPU-coated zipper?

Yes. This product is positioned as a TPU-coated water-resistant separating zipper for outerwear.

Is it suitable for parkas and softshell jackets?

Yes. It can be used in parkas, softshell jackets, outdoor coats, hooded outerwear, and similar open-front garments.

Does it make the entire jacket waterproof?

No. It supports water resistance at the zipper line. The complete garment design determines overall waterproof performance.

Is this an open-end zipper?

Yes. The zipper tapes detach completely at the bottom.

What tape color is listed?

The listed tape color is Black 322.