BS 3084 is the British Standard specification for slide fasteners (zips), covering performance requirements and the associated test methods. To match this to your program, talk with our team.
What BS 3084 Covers
It is referenced when a product spec calls up zip durability and strength checks such as slider function, stop strength, and cycling resistance.
How the Test Is Run
Zip specimens are subjected to strength and cycling tests, including pulls on the elements and stops, and the measured performance is checked against the specification.
Why It Matters
Zip strength and durability verification supports garment and product quality; grips and fixtures suited to small zip components are essential.
Reading the Designation
Cited as BS 3084 with its edition year. Confirm the edition and specimen or fixture requirements before finalizing setup. To configure a testing setup, request a quote.
Related Standards
BS 5896 is another British material specification verified by tensile testing.
Request a Quote
Setting up slide fastener testing to BS 3084? Request a quote and our team will help you build a system matched to your zip type and strength requirements.
TensileMill CNC products for BS 3084
Our specimen-preparation systems and testing equipment compatible with BS 3084:
Electro Mechanical Universal Testing System 5 kN / 50 kN with Precision Load Cell
Electro-Mechanical UTM · 5 kN / 50 kN with Precision Load Cell
Threaded Fastener Grips for Bolt and Nut Tensile Testing
Threaded grips for bolt and nut tensile testing
Set up BS 3084 testing with TensileMill CNC
TensileMill CNC designs and builds the systems labs use for standards-based mechanical testing. For this work we supply universal testing machines with wedge and tensile fixtures for fasteners, wire, and strand. Let us know your application and our engineers will help you build a compliant BS 3084 setup.