Chain Trim with Nickel-Free Electroplating for Caps
This chain trim is supplied to a written specification so that reorders match the approved sample. The product spec is fixed at quotation stage — base material, the nickel-free electroplating surface, the 38 mm Width and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps caps consistent across seasons instead of drifting with whatever the mill happens to have in stock.
The usual reason buyers come to us is not price. It is an interlining that bubbled after the first press, or lead time quoted without the plating or dyeing sub-process. Both are preventable once the specification is written down before bulk starts.
Specification
| Product | Chain Trim |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Nickel-Free Electroplating |
| Typical application | Caps |
| Base material | Zinc Alloy |
| Standard size | 38 mm Width |
| Colour matching | 16 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 3,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 10 working days, 5 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 25-55 days after approval |
| Compliance | ISO 105 Colour Fastness |
Material and finish options
- ABS Resin — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Acrylic — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Ceramic — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- TPU — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
- Genuine Leather — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
Processes available on this item
- Moisture Wicking Finishing
- Water Repellent Finishing
- Embroidery
- Screen Printing
- Anodising
- Electroplating
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Caps. Related applications on the same base include sneakers, socks, baby clothing, blazers, suits.
Quality and packing
- In-line inspection with AQL 1.5 sampling on every lot.
- Photo report shared before the balance payment is due.
- Packed to your own carton ratio and barcode specification.
- Test reports issued against ISO 105 Colour Fastness with the shipment.
- Golden sample retained at the factory, second one held by the buyer.
FAQ
How long does sampling take?
10 working days for the first sample, with 5 days per revision round. Plated or dyed-to-match items add a few days.
Which compliance documents do you provide?
ISO 105 Colour Fastness documentation is issued with the shipment. Test reports can be ordered against any additional standard you nominate.
Can you handle our own artwork or tooling?
Yes. Artwork files or existing tooling can be used; we confirm tolerances in writing before the first production run.
Can you match a physical sample?
Yes. Send the reference and we reverse engineer the specification, then produce a counter sample for approval before any bulk commitment.
Share the programme details and we will propose two alternatives — one optimised for unit cost, one for lead time — and let you choose.
