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57 Compression Latch

57 Compression Latch

57 Compression Latch

Product catalog summary
Overview: This document provides detailed specifications and installation instructions for Southco® Compression Latches, specifically the Spring Latch Series. It includes information on dimensions, materials, finishes, and product strength guidelines.
Specifications:
  • Sizes: Available in four sizes - Miniature, Small, Medium, and Large.
  • Dimensions: Detailed measurements are provided in both millimeters and inches for each size, including maximum dimensions for components A, B, C, D, and E.
  • Material and Finish: Options include steel (zinc plated or stainless steel) and nylon knobs. Specific materials are used for different components such as springs, housings, and studs.
Installation:
  • Instructions for panel preparation and assembly are provided, emphasizing the correct orientation of components for proper latching.
  • Details on the number of shims required based on outer panel thickness are included.
Product Features:
  • Self-adjusting spring latch series with a wide grip range.
  • Available in various head styles including knurled, slotted, black knob, hex socket, and T-bar.
  • Mounting styles include rivet and weld options.
Performance Guidelines:
  • Operating temperature range for nylon knobs is -20°C (0°F) to 80°C (180°F).
  • Flammability rating for nylon components is UL94 - HB.
Additional Information: The document includes part numbers for different configurations and notes that products are subject to availability across global locations.
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Catalog excerpts

57 Compression Latch-1

Self-adjusting · Spring latch series • Four sizes available • Three hole installation • Accommodates grip variances Steel, zinc plated or stainless steel Nylon knob Tool recess ACTUAL SIZE ACTUAL SIZE ACTUAL SIZE ACTUAL SIZE 57 Series G Grip Range Nylon Knob Medium (stainless) Other options available. For complete details on variety, part numbers, installation and specification, go to Dimensions in millimeters (inch) unless otherwise stated

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57 Compression Latch-2

Compression Latches Adjustable Southco® Compression Latches Spring Latch Series • • • • Economical latching solution Camming action of spring pawl provides wide grip range Four sizes available, each with a variety of head styles Rivet or weld mounting styles Shown Actual Size Miniature www.southco.com E-mail: [email protected]

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Compression Latches Adjustable Southco® Compression Latches Spring Latch Series Rivet Type Knurled Knob Style Weld Type Hex Socket Head Style WELDING PROJECTIONS Slotted Head Style SERRATED SPRING PAWL PANEL HOUSING Black Knob Style T-Bar Head Style Toolhead Recess Style B T-bar shipped separately. Nylon knob shipped separately Order separately Toolhead Recess Key 29-90-215-10 • 28.6 (1.13) PANEL THICKNESS SMOOTH SPRING PAWL Dimension table DIMENSIONS SIZE HEAD STYLE Knurled Slotted Black Knob Knurled Slotted Black Knob Knurled Slotted Black Knob Hex (4mm socket) T-bar Toolhead Recess Slotted...

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Compression Latches Adjustable Part number table GRIP SIZE SPRING STYLE PART NUMBERS HEAD STYLE HEX KNURLED SLOTTED SOCKET BLACK KNOB TOOLHEAD RECESS Medium (Steel) Medium Rivet Smooth 57-10-201-40 • (Stainless) Weld Smooth 57-10-202-40 • 6.4 (.25) Medium MIN. with Rivet Smooth 57-10-203-10 • 14.3 (.56) Spacer MAX. 2.4 (.09) MIN. 14.3 (.56) MAX. Material and Finish Steel Assemblies KNOB: Nylon, black. SPRING: 302 Stainless steel, passivated. HOUSING: 1010 Steel; rivet style-zinc plate, chromate plus sealer, weld style-copper plated. T-BAR, T-BAR STUD and HEX DRIVE STUD: Low carbon steel, zinc...

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57 Compression Latch-5

Compression Latches Adjustable 2 HOLES DD For riveting or screw mounting NOTE: For proper latching, tab of housing MUST face toward frame FRAME HEAD STYLE Black Knob Black Knob Bail Handle Knurled Knob Black Knob Style NOTE: Install Knob AFTER installing latch. Hex Socket, Slotted and Toolhead Styles T-Bar Style millimeter (inch) millimeter (inch) Dimensions without tolerances are for reference only. • Products identied with this symbol are stocked subject to prior sale in one or more of our global locations. If unavailable from our facility nearest you, allow for shipping time from another facility....

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Compression Latches Adjustable Southco® Compression Latches Spring Latch Series, Bail-handle Style • An extra turn adjusts the amount of compression applied • Camming action of spring pawl provides wide grip range • Rivet or weld mounting styles Latch with spacer (only with intermediate or long grip styles; see table). SHIM (if necessary) WASHER STUD RETAINER OUTER PANEL THICKNESS (SEE TABLE) OUTER PANEL THICKNESS NUMBER OF SHIMS NEEDED WASHER BAIL Installation 1. For panel preparation see previous page. 2. Assemble as shown. SHIM (if necssary) one 0.4 (.016) thick and two 0.8 (.031) thick shims...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.