ASTM D2050

1.1 This terminology covers all terminology pertaining to items that are considered subassemblies in the manufacture of textile products except seams and stitches. Textile joining structures (seams and stitches) are discussed in detail in Practice D 6193

1.2 The principle parts of slide fastners defined in this terminology are illustrated in Figs. 1-10. These figures are descriptive only and are not intended to be restrictive as to design.

FIG. 1 Bottom Stop

FIG. 2 Bridge Stop

FIG. 3 Top Stop

FIG. 4 Principle Parts of Slide Fasteners—Continuous Element Slide Fastener

FIG. 5 Element (one side of element on sewn type CE fastener)

FIG. 6 Principal Parts of Slide Fasteners—Individual Element Slide Fasteners

FIG. 7 Movable Retainer

FIG. 8 Releasing Stops

FIG. 9 Separating Parts

FIG. 10 Sliders

2. Referenced Documents

ASTM Standards

Index Terms

Terminology--textile materials/applications; Zippers ; ICS Number Code 01.040.61 (Clothing industry (Vocabularies)); 61.040 (Headgear. Clothing accessories. Fastening of clothing)

Citing ASTM Standards

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