If you are using size 20 plastic snaps on such material, try size 16 plastic snaps instead, which have a slightly gentler grip. To prevent ripping, reinforce your fabric with a sturdier material, such as twill, grosgrain ribbon, PUL, fleece, denim, etc around the snaps. Another suggestion is to use a tiny drop of Tri Flo Teflon lubricant on a q-tip to swab the interior sides of the snaps.įabric will tear if it is delicate, thin, or stretchy, like jersey. Snapping and unsnapping several times may help loosen the snaps a bit. Size 16 plastic snaps have a slightly gentler grip compared to the more popular size 20 if you are working with these types of fabric and want something a little less tight.
For this reason, it is always recommended that you reinforce any thin, delicate or stretchy fabric (like jersey) with a sturdier material (like twill or fleece) to avoid ripping over time. KAM plastic snaps are industrial grade, which means they have a very strong, secure grip. If you are installing size 20 snaps, K1 model pliers will tend to have a more uneven press compared to the K2 model (which is why we recommend the K2 for size 20 snaps). If your flattened prongs are severely uneven, try "resetting" the pliers by taking apart the bottom black cap die tray and the top metal shank and then putting the pieces back together. This helps to eliminate side-to-side motion and better ensures a flat press (not to mention it's easier on your hands and wrist). When installing a snap, hold the pliers so that the bottom rests on a table. These screws should be checked and tightened periodically. If you are using basic K1/K2 pliers, a slightly uneven press is normal but should not affect the functionality of the snap. Refer back to the instructional videos to ensure you are using the correct die and setting the cap on the die properly. If using pliers, also make sure the correct top metal shank is installed for your snap size. Cracking can happen if any part of the cap is resting on the raised outer edge of the die. When placing the cap on the bottom die, the cap should sit completely inside the inner cup of the die. First, check that you are using the correct cap die. Snaps can also get crushed when the cap does not sit properly within the cap (bottom) die.
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Specialty snaps like engraved and shapes can also crack more easily with too much pressure, regardless of the tool.
Snaps can crack if you apply way too much pressure, particularly if you are using pliers or no-change dies. But if they were on the brink of being unsecure, then the tiny bit of expansion will result in your flattened prongs sticking out too much so that they now get in the way when you try to close your snaps. If your snaps were attached securely, this won't make a difference. The heat from your dryer may cause the plastic to expand ever so slightly. The factory recommends heat less than about 104 F / 40 C. Snaps Not Closing (Increasing Fabric Thickness)
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