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EP 190 Driveshaft protection caps with fitting key.EP 185 Pressure pipe protection uniplugs.EP 180 Pressure pipe protection uniplugs.If you're unsure, it's recommended to double check this before buying. A good rule of thumb when choosing a toggle latch is to aim for a UTS (ultimate tensile strength) rating that is roughly double the force that the latch will be subjected to, in order to ensure it is appropriately weighted.īear in mind that it is equally important for the catch or strike plate that the latch hooks around - if the particular model in question comes with one - to be rated at the same strength as the latch itself. Toggle latches for industrial and commercial applications are generally calibrated for resistance to either light, medium or heavy-duty forces. This is because they provide the user with a more effective quick-release pivot through which to transfer force along the opening and closing mechanisms.Īs mentioned above, some types of toggle latch are fully lockable to prevent against both accidental and nuisance tampering, and many types come with catch plates or split pins to help secure the closed latch against unintentional opening caused by excessive vibration. Longer handles will typically require less force than shorter ones to overcome the equivalent cam calibration.
Precisely how much force is required to open or close a given toggle latch depends largely on three factors - namely the size of the cam’s ‘bump’, the tension in the spring or clip, and the length of the handle attached to the mechanism. Once manoeuvred beyond the cam, the toggle latch will snap soundly into place and remain securely closed. Either side of this peak resistance point in the cam mechanism, the catch will move relatively easily back and forth. The cam action on a toggle latch is calibrated such that a moderate amount of force is required to overcome the cam resistance when folding the catch open or closed. However, it’s common even on these models to see a built-in spring-loaded lever action which means that little user effort is needed to flip the catch back open when needed. This can provide resistance to some impressively strong forces on higher-end industrial varieties.
Toggle latches are built with a specially calibrated cam action that guarantees sturdy locking when fully closed. Thanks to their unique combination of long-term dependability and ease of access, toggle latches are often seen on transport cases, toolboxes and other similarly high-load containers, as well as on various types of machinery and equipment safety panels or cabinet enclosures. They are available in a diverse selection of models and configurations, including: Toggle latches can come with or without catch plates, strikes or split pins as optional features for helping to secure the closed latch. This is because it offers fuss-free, quick-release opening within a second or two - usually requiring only a single hand to flip back the latch. Other common names for the toggle catch include over-centre fasteners, spring claw latches, and draw latches.Īs well as being reliable, robust and highly stable fasteners when in a closed or locked position, the toggle catch is also very user-friendly. Toggle latches are a handy method of securely closing and fastening lids, doors and panels quickly and easily, while allowing for convenient access whenever you need to reopen them.
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