I’ll be introducing the tack buttons (jeans button) and the combinations. We have buttons available from Morito, YKK, and Asahi Zipper.
Tack buttons are metal buttons that are mainly used on the front of jeans (denim). It is attached with metal tacks, not sewn on with thread, so it is strong enough to withstand strong lateral pulling. Special tools and links are required for installation.
The main names used for Morito are Jeans Button and for YKK, tack button.
Button combination
We are often asked about the combination of legs for the top, but the type of legs varies depending on the size of the top.
You can see the images below.
Example: If using a 17mm top, the legs will need to be WS-12 or NP-PR.
You can also specify the pattern of the legs, such as plain, circlular design, wavy, etc. If you would like, please specify it when ordering.
The ones in the picture below are the tops of tack buttons. The ones marked FX are swivel type, and the ones with holes are open buttons.
Also, YKK’s size notation is lines. The actual size is to the right.
| line | Actual Size |
| 19 | 11.7㎜ |
| 22 | 13.9㎜ |
| 24 | 15.2㎜ |
| 27 | 16.8㎜ |
| 30 | 19㎜ |
| 32 | 20.3㎜ |
| 40 | 25.4㎜ |
The types of legs that can be combined with the top are shown in the image below.
The ” short ” and “open button” shown in the image above are basically rivets E ,
“Regular”, “FX Button”, and “FX Open Button” are FX Tack E.
Important points to note when ordering jeans button
As mentioned above, it is important to use a leg length that matches the thickness of the fabric.
If the legs are too long, they may float, and if they are too short, they may come off, so be careful.
Many jean buttons and tack button products come in lots of 100 or more, but it’s a good idea to test out a sample first.
This is a beginner’s guide to jeans buttons and tack buttons.
YKK snap products are not listed on ApparelX as they require application from the brand and factory, but if you would like to order them, please contact us through the ApparelX support page
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