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Snap Top [2 records]

Record 1 2000-09-20

English

Subject field(s)
  • Sewing (General)
DEF

The snap top (or cap) is the outer component of the snap system. It can be metal or dyed nylon, plain or fancy. The "SX" top includes a 2-prong fastener. During the attachment process, the prongs are driven through the fabric and the socket. Then the legs of the fastener are curled inside the socket to form a secure attachment.

CONT

All snap tops can be customized with your personal logo or design.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Couture (Généralités)
Key term(s)
  • calotte

Spanish

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Record 2 1995-12-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Opening and Closing Devices (Packaging)
OBS

See the other Termium record "hinged plug-orifice closure".

French

Domaine(s)
  • Modes d'ouverture et de fermeture (Emball.)
DEF

Type de capsule plastique que l'on retrouve dans le bouchage des flacons, constituée d'un couvercle à charnière se soulevant sous la pression du pouce, qui permet de découvrir une base surmontée d'un orifice distributeur.

Spanish

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