Rubber T-Handle Latches
Regardless of the industry you serve, you most likely will need to secure items in place, and fasteners and tie-downs might not cut it. Whether it is to lock vehicle hoods or safeguard other enclosures, such as battery boxes, storage hatches, or even gun boxes, a consistent locking option is imperative.
In these scenarios and others, latches are a reliable solution. Rubber T-handle latches are versatile, flexible latches that function by stretching an easy-to-grasp T-shaped rubber handle into a stainless-steel keeper. Their design makes them convenient to use while still providing the desired security. Additionally, the rubber material provides a weather-proof, semi-flexible, and economical hold-down solution that is resistant to vibration on trailers, RVs, and boats.
Sierra Pacific Engineering and Products (SPEP) manufactures heavy-duty rubber T-handle latches in small, medium, large, and extra-large sizes with either long or short keepers that can be mounted stem up or down. This allows the user to precisely tune the latch to the intended application and use. Discover more about our selection and why a rubber T-handle latch may be the security answer you’re looking for.
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What Is a Rubber T-Handle Latch?
A rubber T-handle latch, also known as a rubber draw latch, flexible T-handle draw latch, toggle latch,or hood latch, has a traditional draw latch design with a sturdy T-shaped handle. The curved shape of the handle, which mimics the letter T, provides a comfortable grip for users and can bear heavy pressure. The way that this type of latch fits into the hand makes it much easier for users to grip than a handle of a different shape.
Due to their black rubber or thermoplastic elastomer construction, rubber T-handle latches are highly durable and UV resistant. This means that they can remain outside in the sun and still maintain their integrity. With the use of stainless steel, they are often non-corrosive.
Flexible T-handle draw latches are used for a wide range of applications in multiple industries, including industrial, commercial, and residential. Common uses of rubber T-handle latches include:
- Automobiles: Rubber T-handle latches can secure vehicle engines with automotive hoods or for trucks and trailers.
- Boats: Being non-corrosive, flexible T-handle draw latches are commonly used for keeping cabinets, toolboxes, doors, and hatches on vessels and other watercraft closed.
- Horse trailers: Rubber draw latches are frequently used on horse trailers to fasten doors and boxes, or to use as a door latch for a loading ramp or folding tack compartment.
- Enclosures: Rubber T-handle latches can be used to secure lids on toolboxes, coolers, and other equipment to protect the contents of the enclosure and others.