# Metal Side Release Buckle Plus – Brass Plated: 16 mm

- **Brand:** Pet Hardware®
- **SKU:** 508N/16 BP
- **EAN:** 8595109523458
- **Category:** Saddlery Hardware > Metal Side Release Buckles
- **Material:** Zinc die casting
- **Surface finish:** Brass plated
- **Size / inner width:** 16 mm
- **Weight:** 15 g
- **Minimum order:** 10 pcs
- **In stock:** Yes


## Description and construction

An improved version of the metal side-release buckle #508 made from zinc alloy with a brass plated finish brings more rounded shapes, an upgraded fastening mechanism, and wider openings for more comfortable use with selected materials. Compared to plastic versions, it gives the finished product a more distinctive look and pairs well with other hardware in the same finish, allowing for a consistent color match.

The buckle features openings that are 0.5 to 1 mm wider, enabling seamless use with our waterproof straps. Load testing has also shown that this version achieves on average 30 to 50 kg higher strength than the original model. Thanks to its more rounded design, improved mechanism, and a wide range of 6 sizes, it is suitable for the production of collars, straps, backpacks, bags, and other leather goods.

How to care for the hardware

Even hardware needs basic care. Watch the video where we show how to maintain it so it retains its functionality for as long as possible.

Notice:

We do not recommend washing products with this hardware in a washing machine or drying them in a tumble dryer. If the product gets wet, we recommend drying it thoroughly. Prolonged exposure to moisture is not suitable for the internal fastening mechanism. At low temperatures, zinc alloy may be more sensitive to impact, so we do not recommend exposing frozen hardware to shocks or rough handling.


## Limits and maintenance

* Tolerates contact with water — rain, wet grass, damp hands. With regular soaking the finish ages faster and loses appearance. Better to dry after wetting.
* Provides a temporary barrier against moisture. Works well in dry environments, but protection weakens over time with regular contact with water or sweat.
* Thin decorative coating that gradually wears through with regular wear and friction. Wear shows fairly quickly at points where buckle or snap contacts the strap, ring or fur.
* At points of regular friction — typically the buckle edge, snap contact point or strap — the finish gradually wears through and the base material shows beneath.


## Parameters

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Inner width | 16 mm |
| Total length | 36 mm |
| Brand name | Pet Hardware® |
| Design | Curved |
| Breaking load | 110 kg |

## Pricing (USD)

| Quantity | Excl. VAT / pcs | Incl. VAT (21 %) / pcs | Price type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 pcs | 1.647 USD | 1.993 USD | Basic |
| 50 pcs | 0.941 USD | 1.139 USD | Package tier |
| 500 pcs | 0.847 USD | 1.025 USD | Carton tier |



*Prices incl. VAT apply to EU end customers. EU VAT-registered businesses and export orders are priced excl. VAT — see cart or ?currency= for your case.*



## Compatible products (fits 16 mm)

* **Waterproof Webbing – Black (16 mm):** SKU CW16/B
* **Waterproof Webbing – Dark Brown (16 mm):** SKU CW16/DBR
* **Waterproof Webbing – Blue (16 mm):** SKU CW16/BL
* **Waterproof Webbing – Pastel Blue (16 mm):** SKU CW16/BABL
* **Waterproof Webbing – Purple (16 mm):** SKU CW16/V
* **Waterproof Webbing – Mint Green (16 mm):** SKU CW16/MINT


## Available size variants (series 508N)

* 16 mm: SKU 508N/16 BP (this product)
* 20 mm: SKU 508N/20 BP
* 25 mm: SKU 508N/25 BP
* 30 mm: SKU 508N/30 BP
* 38 mm: SKU 508N/40 BP
* 51 mm: SKU 508N/50 BP



## Links

- Product page: https://www.pethardware.com/en/metal-side-release-buckles/metal-side-release-buckle-brass-plated-5425/
- Category: https://www.pethardware.com/en/metal-side-release-buckles/