How to Install Open-Ring Snaps & the Tools Needed

Otherwise, here's what you'll need:

• For open-ring snaps:
    - KX open-ring snap dies in the same size as the snaps

• For decorative pearl snaps:
    - KX pearl die and size 16 KX open-ring snap dies
  
  
• One of the following KAMsnaps® professional presses: ( which tool do I have?)
• KX8J pro-handheld
• KX-T2 pro-standup press
• DK93 table press with DK93-KX adapter base
• DK98 table press with DK98-KX adapter set
• Important! Table presses require the adapters listed above in order to fit the KX dies.
• Not compatible with K1/K2 basic pliers for plastic snaps

​Optional: Leave a note in the Order Notes box at checkout requesting that your order be reviewed for completeness.  We'll contact you if anything appears to be missing or if your tools aren't compatible with your fasteners.

 

* KAMsnaps® presses, dies, and fasteners are made to work together and may not be compatible with other brands.

 

 How to Install Open-Ring Snaps & the Tools Needed

Instructions:

• Place dies in press.
• Place open ring cap on bottom die with teeth facing up.
• Place stud (male) in top die with nub facing up.
• Center material between snaps.
• Flatten with press.
• Repeat with open ring cap & socket (female) in top die with the notched center ring facing up.

 

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