Fire-Retardant Zipper
SKU# FR-ZIP-5MM-PL-BK
A fire-retardant, continuous-chain #5-gauge zipper on Nomex fabric ("tape") for cushion and upholstery work. Recommended for cushions that must meet the 14 CFR (FAR) 25.853(c) Seat Cushion Oil Burn test. Sold as a continuous chain in one-yard increments with a with a minimum order quantity of five yards. Comes with one black metal slider per yard; additional sliders available for purchase, also in increments of five. Slider styles may vary.
Includes FAA burn certificate for 25.853(a).
Note: "Tape" refers to the fabric attached to either side of the zipper teeth and is not adhering.
| Material (Teeth) | Nylon |
| Material (Tape) | Nomex |
| Material (Slider) | Metal (sometimes with nylon coating) |
| Gauge (Width of Teeth) | #5 (5mm) |
| Width (Tape) |
0.625" each |
| Width (Total) |
1.3125" |
| Color |
Black |
| Flammability Standards |
14 CFR (FAR) 25.853(a), Vertical Burn California Technical Bulletin 117 FMVSS 302, Automotive Flammability |
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This product is recommended for use in automotive interiors. |
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This product is acceptable for use in marine interiors, but is not water resistant or repellent. |
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This product is acceptable for use in Railway applications when used as a fastener under the small part exemption (49 CFR 238, Appendix B, Footnote 10). This product may also pass other rail tests. Contact us for more information. |
When lives are on the line, every component matters, right down to the zipper. Bramport Supply's fire-retardant zipper is built for interior fabricators and upholsterers who refuse to compromise on safety, compliance, or consistency.
Constructed on flame-resistant Nomex tape and paired with a durable metal slider, this continuous chain fire zipper delivers proven thermal protection across aerospace, marine, automotive, and railway applications; all backed by the certifications your projects demand.
The Best Fire Retardant Zipper For Aerospace Applications:
- Meets FAA 25.853 zipper aerospace requirements, including the 14 CFR (FAR) 25.853(c) Seat Cushion Oil Burn test
- FAA burn certificate included for 25.853(a) Vertical Burn
- Engineered as a Nomex zipper for cushions used in aircraft seating and upholstery
- Compliant with California Technical Bulletin 117 and FMVSS 302 automotive flammability standards
- Approved for railway use under the small part exemption (49 CFR 238, Appendix B, Footnote 10)
Multi-Industry Compliance at a Glance:
- Aerospace: Ideal aircraft cushion fire zipper for all aircraft and rotorcraft interiors
- Automotive: Meets FMVSS 302 for compliant vehicle interiors
- Marine: Acceptable for marine interiors (not water resistant or repellent)
- Railway: Approved as a fastener under applicable exemptions
What flammability standards does this zipper meet?
It meets 14 CFR (FAR) 25.853(a) Vertical Burn and is recommended for cushions subject to the 25.853(c) Oil Burn test. An FAA burn certificate is included.
What material is the tape made from?
The tape is Nomex, a flame-resistant aramid fabric chosen specifically for its performance in high-heat environments.
How is this fire zipper sold?
By the yard, with a five-yard minimum order. One black metal slider is included per yard, with additional sliders available in increments of five.
Is it suitable for marine and automotive use?
Yes. It meets FMVSS 302 automotive standards and is acceptable for marine interiors, though it is not water-resistant.