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A7 Compression Latch

A7 Compression Latch

A7 Compression Latch

Product catalog summary
Overview: The document provides technical specifications and details for Southco® Compression Latches, specifically focusing on the A7 Compression Latch model. It includes dimensions, material and finish details, performance specifications, and part number selection guidelines.
Specifications:
  • Dimensions are provided in both millimeters and inches, with specific tolerances noted for certain measurements.
  • Material and Finish: The latch components are made from zinc alloy, powder-coated or chrome-plated, and steel, zinc-plated. Specific parts like the base, lever, pawl, and keeper are made from malleable iron, while other components use various types of steel with protective coatings.
  • Performance: The maximum static load is 2200 N (500 lbf), with an average ultimate load of 4450 N (1000 lbs).
Features:
  • Designed for heavy-duty applications with consistent gasket compression.
  • Built-in leverage assists in opening stuck doors, overcoming resistance from rust, ice, or paint.
  • Padlock option available for added security.
Part Number Selection:
  • Finish options include black powder-coated, chrome-plated, and satin silver-coated.
  • Lock styles include non-locking and key-locking options, with keys supplied for keyed alike models.
  • Tapped mounting options are available with specific hole dimensions.
Additional Components:
  • SHIM provided for adjustments in the latching plane of the keeper.
  • Mounting instructions include using Ø M6 (.25) rivets or screws.
Product Strength Guidelines:
  • Maximum static load: 2220 N (500 lbs.)
  • Average ultimate load: 4450 N (1000 lbs.)
Packaging: Each latch is packaged one unit per box, with samples available for evaluation.
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Catalog excerpts

A7 Compression Latch-1

A7 Compression Latch 75 Lever latch · Over-center action 52.4±0.5 (2.06±.02) 9.5 (.38) Keeper Latch assembly 9.5 (.38) Lock assembly 34 (1.35) 25.4±0.1 (1.000±.005) 18 (.71) • Intuitive operation • Built in leverage helps open stuck doors • Consistent gasket compression Material and Finish 25.4±0.5 (1.00±.02) 25.4±0.1 (1.00±.005) Six tapped mounting holes (screws not supplied) ACTUAL SIZE Performance Details Max. static load: 2200 N (500 lbf) 156 (6.13) 22 (.88) Keys 127 (5.00) 22 (.88) 32 (1.25) Zinc alloy, powder coated or chrome plated and steel, zinc plated See page 58 17.5 (.69) Frame Latched 9.5 (.38) compression Gasket Door Mechanical ejection 7.9 (.31) Part Number Selection L Lock Style 1 Non-locking 2 Key-locking keyed alike CH751 (two flat keys supplied) F Finish 20 Black powder coated 30 Chrome plated 75 Satin silver coated A7 - 1 0 - 3 T L - F T Tapped mounting 0 Tapped mounting hole 10-32UNC x .38 deep 5 Tapped mounting hole M5 x 0.8 x 9.5 deep Dimensions in millimeters (inch) unless otherwise stated www.southco.com/A7

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A7 Compression Latch-2

Compression Latches Fixed Southco® Compression Latches Over-center Lever Latch • • • • Designed for heavy-duty applications Provides consistent gasket compression Built-in leverage helps open stuck doors Padlock option 28 (1.09) 2 holesØ 7.1 (.28) Raise the handle; built in leverage applies a prying force against any rust, ice or paint that tries to resist opening. W 51 ± 0.2 (2.00 ± .01) 66.7 (2.63) 25.4 (1.00) 4 holes Ø 8 (.31) 51 ± 0.2 (2.00 ± .01) 12.7 (.50) 35 ± 0.2 (1.38 ± .01) Mount with Ø M6 (.25) rivets or screws 60.3 (2.38) L Yellow or black vinyl grip KEEPER 51 (2.00) 28 (1.09) Material...

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