AQUASEAL ®
This amazing AQUASEAL® zipper from YKK is perfect for active marine sportswear plus lots more!
Combining VISLON® technology with a new innovative seal between the zipper elements, AQUASEAL® allows an smooth and easy operation with perfect protection against the most sever weather conditions and extreme outdoor activities.
AQUASEAL® zippers are made from a high quality plastic which is roughly half the weight of a conventional metal zipper. This makes AQUASEAL® zippers ideal for use in salt water environments.

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No. 5 - 0.05 bar pressure
No. 10 - 0.3 bar pressure*Airtightness inspection for size 5 is an option.
Availability
Size | Chain Type | Tape | Classification | ||
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Closed End | Open End | Two-Way | |||
5 | VFWN | PU19B (Polyurethane) | Both ends closed One end closed |
OR OL |
MR |
10 | VFWB | PU23B (Polyurethane) | Both ends closed One end closed |
OR OL |
MR, ML |
PU31B (Polyurethane) | Both ends closed One end closed |
OR OL |
not available |
*OR = Open, Right hand insertion *MR = Two-way, right hand insertion
*OL = Open, Left hand insertion *ML = Two-way, left hand insertion
Classification
Closed-end (One end closed, Single-SEAL)

Closed-end (Both end closed, W-SEAL)

Closed-end(with 2 sliders back to back (SLSB-B), Single-Seal)

Closed-end (with 2 sliders back to back (SLSB-B), W-Seal)

Open-end

Two-way Separator

Parts variation
Slider
Size | Standard | Variation | |||||
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5 |
![]() NAZ (plastic) |
![]() NFNT580 P-HIM01 |
![]() NFTPH |
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10 |
![]() NAZ (plastic) |
![]() NFNT580 P-HIM01 |
![]() NF1580TZ |
![]() SAZH |
![]() Black Stainless Slider |
![]() NF1Y410580 |
![]() NF1Y411580 |
Top stop
Single-Seal | W-Seal | ||
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Description | Standard Type | Fit-in Type | Fit-in Type (sealed) |
Code | - | TS-NEWH | TS-SEAL |
Bottom stop / Open parts
Bottom Stop | Open-parts | ||
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Standard | 2 sliders back to back | ||
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Description | Standard Type | Fit-in Type (sealed) | Standard Type |
Code | - | BS-SEAL | - |
Reinforcement Tape (Optional)
Reinforcement Tape(Width 9mm) | Reinforcement Tape(Narrow type,Width 6mm) |
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Description | Use with closed end | Use with W-seal (both end closed) | Use with closed end | Use with W-seal (both end closed) | ||
Code | B-HOKYO | W-HOKYO | B-HOKYO1 | W-HOKYO1 |
Material
Size | Element | Slider | Top stop | Bottom stop / Open parts | Tape |
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5 | Polyamide | Polyamide | Polyamide / Polyurethane |
Polyamide | Coating : Polyurethane Base tape : Polyester |
10 | Polyamide | Polyamide / Stainless | Polyamide / Polyurethane |
Polyamide | Coating : Polyurethane Base tape : Polyester |
Application
- Wet-suit
- Semi-dry suit
- Dry Bag
- Fishing Wader
- Technical apparel (Sailing, motorcycle, etc)
- Industries
Catalog Download
Technical support
Notice
YKK fastener can be used for many fastening needs, however, it is not suitable for walking water balls, or similar items. YKK does not recommend the use of our fasteners on walking water balls or similar items, will not provide warranties for such use, accepts no liability for such use and will avoid selling these fasteners for such use.
Disclaimer
The purchaser/user is solely responsible for testing the AQUASEAL® zippers for suitability in the proposed application. Any proposed use of AQUASEAL® zippers must be fully and appropriately tested by the purchaser/user. For uses in life/limb or other safety critical circumstances, field trails are recommended. YKK disclaims all implied warranties with respected to AQUASEAL® zippers, including without limitation any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. In no events shall YKK be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages relating to AQUASEAL® zippers, whether based on breach of express or implied warranty, breach of contract, negligence, strict liability or any other basis.