A #5 / #7 flower zipper slider designed for handbag and small-leather-goods zippers. Its articulated flower pull tab adds a recognizable tactile detail in a compact 44 mm format. Nearly 20 years of manufacturing experience, free stock samples available, OEM customization supported.
A flower zipper slider joins a functional slider body to a decorative flower pull tab for handbags, pouches, wallets, and small leather goods. This DG-ZP044 reference design uses a pivoting four-petal tab. It can be developed as a #5 zipper slider or a #7 zipper slider; each is a separate specification that must match the intended zipper chain. The reference measures 44 mm overall, has a 22.8 mm flower width, and weighs 8.36 g. For OEM projects, confirm the zipper type, lock, finish, logo, and packing before sampling.
The slider body engages the zipper chain; the flower pull tab is the grip component. A decorative tab cannot correct a poor slider-to-chain match. During sourcing, confirm the zipper chain, nominal size, lock structure, and slider channel before approving a flower shape or plating colour.
A #5 zipper slider and a #7 zipper slider are distinct versions. Identify the chain specification first, then develop the flower pull tab around the corresponding slider body. This reduces sampling changes and keeps the zipper functional.
On a zipper pull, the customer repeatedly touches the same edges and pivot point. For that reason, a flower pull tab should be checked for edge radius, petal definition, connector movement, surface consistency, and burr removal. On dark antique-style finishes, uneven polishing can be easier to see around recessed petal contours than on a flat, bright-polished pull.
| Question | Practical Answer |
|---|---|
| Is this a loose zipper charm? | No. The reference is a complete #5 / #7 zipper slider with a flower pull tab. |
| Can one design fit every zipper? | No. The internal slider geometry must match the selected zipper chain. |
| Can the flower be customised? | Yes. OEM development can revise the flower motif, relief, logo detail, finish, and packaging. |
The DG-ZP044 reference uses a four-petal form instead of a flat rectangular tab, creating a recognisable touchpoint on a handbag zipper. A compact connector ring lets the flower move independently from the slider body, helping the pull sit naturally beside a gusset, lining, or leather edge.
The 44 mm overall length and 22.8 mm flower width are only part of the drawing. Before production, confirm the slider-body width, chain channel, connector opening, pull-tab thickness, and lock mechanism. These dimensions control both zipper operation and the visual proportion on the finished bag.
The reference has a dark antique visual direction. Confirm the final material and surface treatment against an approved sample. Zinc alloy is often considered for ornamental pull-tab shapes because die casting can reproduce relief details, but the final specification must follow the approved design, weight target, finish, and zipper construction.
| Selection Point | Zinc Alloy Option | Brass Option |
|---|---|---|
| Complex floral relief | Often suitable for die-cast shapes with recessed petal detail. | Can be formed or machined, depending on the design and process. |
| Tooling approach | Typically developed through die-casting tooling. | May use stamping, casting, machining, or mixed processes. |
| Visual direction | Supports many plating and antique-style surface directions after finishing. | Can offer a different base-metal character when exposed or finished. |
| Weight planning | Should be reviewed against pull length and bag category. | Should be reviewed separately because part geometry affects weight. |
| Detail consistency | Depends on tool design, trimming, polishing, and finishing control. | Depends on the chosen forming process and finishing sequence. |
| Edge preparation | Requires careful deburring and polishing around petal contours. | Also requires smooth edge treatment around the user grip area. |
| Finish approval | Approve against the intended leather, fabric, or coating sample. | Approve against the intended leather, fabric, or coating sample. |
| Best sourcing question | Can the tool reproduce the relief and channel geometry reliably? | Does the selected process match the required look and production volume? |
When comparing suppliers, ask how petal faces and recessed lines are polished, how finish consistency is approved, and how pieces are separated during packing. If corrosion testing is required, agree the test method, specimens, duration, and acceptance criteria in advance. This salt-spray apparatus practice explains why the conditions and interpretation must be defined for the specific application.
A drawing should explain what each dimension controls. It is not enough to label a part as “44 mm” and “22.8 mm.” For a functional zipper component, several dimensions affect zipper operation, finger comfort, material use, and packing. The two reference dimensions below come from the supplied product image; the remaining dimensions should be established in the approved drawing for the #5 or #7 version.
| Drawing Item | Reference or Status | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Length | 44 mm | Controls visual scale, grip reach, and clearance from nearby bag components. |
| Flower Pull-Tab Width | 22.8 mm | Determines the floral presence and the comfortable finger contact area. |
| Reference Weight | 8.36 g | Helps buyers assess the balance between tactile metal feel and added zipper weight. |
| Slider Channel | Please confirm | Must match the selected #5 or #7 zipper chain and its actual profile. |
| Slider-Body Width | Please confirm | Affects zipper operation, visual proportion, and clearance around the zipper tape. |
| Connector Opening | Please confirm | Controls pull-tab retention and freedom of movement at the pivot point. |
| Pull-Tab Thickness | Please confirm | Influences stiffness, edge finishing, and the depth of the flower relief. |
| Locking Feature | Please confirm | Defines whether the slider is auto-lock, semi-lock, or non-lock for the target use. |
OEM development starts with the zipper requirement, not the plating colour. The buyer provides the intended #5 or #7 chain, drawing, pull-tab style, finish direction, logo requirement, and target quantity. The factory then checks slider geometry, the flower pull-tab relationship, and any custom-mold requirement before sampling.
For a die-cast version, the flow can include die casting, trimming, polishing, assembly, surface finishing, inspection, and packing. Polishing matters around the petal edges; assembly checks the connector and slider movement; final inspection checks the agreed cosmetic and functional points. Buyers can review die-casting industry resources for broader process background.
| Buyer or Product Type | When It Is a Good Fit | What to Confirm First |
|---|---|---|
| Luxury handbag brand | When the zipper is intended to be a visible styling element rather than a hidden closure. | Finish match, flower orientation, logo rights, and zipper-chain compatibility. |
| Fashion accessory brand | When a recognisable floral detail supports a seasonal or signature collection. | Pull-tab scale, colour story, sample approval, and order volume. |
| Wallet or small-leather-goods maker | When the flower tab remains proportionate to a compact zipper opening. | Overall length, clearance, slider lock, and opening feel. |
| OEM bag factory | When zipper hardware must be coordinated with a buyer’s selected zipper chain and packing method. | #5 or #7 version, chain sample, assembly approach, and inspection criteria. |
| Utility or heavy-use luggage project | Only after the functional zipper requirement has been defined ahead of the decorative concept. | Lock structure, chain profile, practical grip, project testing, and finish requirements. |
DG Buddy can support OEM and ODM development for a flower zipper slider project. The starting point can be an existing design direction or a new custom mold. Buyers may develop a different flower silhouette, a monogrammed centre, raised or recessed branding, a revised pull-tab length, an alternate connector, or a finish selected for the bag collection. Other project inputs may include private-label packing, barcodes, hang tags, retail boxes, and shipment marking.
During prototype development, it is helpful to separate functional approvals from visual approvals. First, confirm the slider body against the selected zipper chain. Next, review the pull-tab movement, scale, and edge comfort. Then approve the plating or antique-style finish with the intended bag material. This order reduces the chance that a late functional adjustment changes a previously approved floral appearance. For projects involving a new identity or custom geometry, start with DG Buddy’s custom handbag hardware service and share the drawing, chain sample, target quantity, and finish reference.
A flower zipper slider suits handbags, shoulder bags, cosmetic pouches, wallets, organiser cases, and selected luggage accessories when the user can grip it without catching nearby components. It is particularly relevant to floral, botanical, vintage-trim, or dark-metal hardware stories.
For example, a crossbody-bag brand can sample the chosen #5 or #7 version on the actual zipper chain, then check opening motion, clearance, and finish against the bag material. Retain the flower geometry only after it works in use, not merely as a photographed accessory.
Keep finished hardware away from prolonged moisture, acidic residues, perfume transfer, and abrasive contact with unprotected metal parts. Store and ship pieces separately. Use a soft dry cloth for cleaning, not aggressive solvents or polishing pastes. Agree project-specific finishing and testing requirements during sourcing rather than inferring them from a reference sample.
Yes. The product can be developed as a #5 zipper slider or a #7 zipper slider, but they should be treated as separate specifications. The chosen version must match the actual zipper-chain type and profile used in the bag. Before sampling, provide the zipper chain or a clear technical reference, then confirm the lock structure and slider channel. This prevents a decorative pull-tab approval from being separated from the zipper’s functional requirement.
The MOQ is 1000 pcs (negotiable based on order details). The final quantity discussion depends on whether the buyer selects an existing structure or requests a custom mold, custom flower motif, logo detail, finish, assembly arrangement, or specialised packaging. Sharing the #5 or #7 requirement, zipper-chain reference, target finish, and expected quantity early helps prepare a more useful quotation.
Free stock samples available. Custom samples require a sampling fee. Custom sample fees are fully deductible from bulk orders. Courier charges are borne by the customer. For a new flower zipper slider development, a custom sample is the best stage to verify chain compatibility, pull-tab movement, flower relief, finish direction, and clearance on the actual bag construction.
Custom sample time is 5–7 Days. Production time is 10–15 Days, and delivery time is 10–15 Days. These timings should be read alongside the project’s final drawing approval, surface-finish selection, packaging requirement, and order details. Existing stock samples are usually available within 1–3 days, but that does not replace the approval work needed for a new #5 or #7 configuration.
Yes. OEM and ODM options can include a custom mold, revised flower silhouette, centre logo detail, raised or recessed branding, laser marking, surface finish, private label, and packaging. The recommended approach is to confirm the functional slider first, then develop the visual detail. This keeps the selected #5 or #7 zipper slider compatible with the intended zipper chain while the pull tab carries the brand expression.
The supplied image shows a dark antique-style visual direction. Other finish options can be reviewed during sampling based on the design brief and the bag material. Approval should include colour tone, brightness, recessed-area contrast, and handling marks after packing. Rather than approving only by a screen image, compare physical hardware with the leather, fabric, or coated material used in the final collection.
We maintain quality certification documentation and are happy to provide the current valid certificates upon request during your sourcing evaluation. For this product, buyers should also define the acceptance items that matter to the project, such as zipper-chain compatibility, pull-tab movement, connector retention, finish appearance, edge condition, packing separation, and any requested test parameters.
DG Buddy treats a flower zipper slider as both functional zipper hardware and visible bag trim. With nearly 20 years of manufacturing experience, the team can review the zipper chain, slider body, pull-tab movement, tooling, finish, inspection, and packing as one specification.
For a sourcing review, share the zipper-chain sample, #5 or #7 requirement, bag use case, desired finish, logo file or sketch, expected quantity, and packing need. The team can then advise on sampling and the key bulk-production confirmations.
Explore Zipper Pulls Hardware for related zipper components and browse Additional Handbag Hardware when the bag design needs matching decorative metal parts. For a complementary finished pull style, see DG-ZP036 Metal Zipper Pull for Handbags. Buyers developing a family of slider designs may also use the site search for DG-ZP032 custom zipper sliders and DG-ZP034 custom logo zipper pullers.
For broader design support, visit the DG Buddy hardware blog or download the hardware catalog to compare related bag hardware. If you already have the zipper chain, a drawing, or a target flower motif, send those materials through the contact page. The team can review whether the project is better suited to a #5 zipper slider, a #7 zipper slider, or a revised pull-tab construction.
Whether you need custom logo engraving on stock designs or fully custom molded shapes, our factory handles it all. From initial 3D engineering to zinc alloy die casting, 48-hour salt spray tested electroplating, and strict manual QC, we support complete OEM/ODM hardware development.
Tell us your project requirements today. We offer free stock samples (shipped within 12 hours) and our mold fees are credited back to you on mass production orders.
| Field | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | #5 / #7 Zipper Slider with Flower Pull Tab |
| Model | DG-ZP044 |
| Material | Zinc Alloy, please confirm |
| Weight | 8.36 g |
| Structure | Zipper slider body + pivoting connector ring + four-petal flower pull tab |
| Finish Options | Antique dark reference finish; other finish options subject to sample approval |
| Size / Dimensions | Overall Length: 44 mm; Flower Pull Tab Width: 22.8 mm |
| Zipper Size Options | #5 / #7 zipper slider; each version must match the specified zipper-chain type and profile |
| Application | Handbags, pouches, wallets, cosmetic cases, luggage accessories, and small leather goods |
| Installation Method | Fitted to the specified matching zipper chain during zipper assembly; zipper-chain type must be confirmed |
| Manufacturing Process | Die Casting + Trimming + Polishing + Surface Finishing + Slider Assembly, please confirm |
| Surface Treatment | Antique-style finishing, please confirm the final plating and protective treatment |
| Customization | OEM / ODM: custom flower motif, logo detail, finish, size, pull-tab relief, private label, and packaging |
| Packaging | Pearl Foam + OPP Bag + Export Carton or Customized Packaging |
| MOQ | 1000 pcs (negotiable based on order details) |
| Sample Time | 5–7 Days |
| Production Time | 10–15 Days |
| Delivery Time | 10–15 Days |
