Swing Handles Latches

A swing handle latch is a mechanical device designed to open and close enclosures and other containment solutions, such as cabinets, doors, toolboxes, and access control panels. 

A swing handle latch works using an internal cam to latch and unlatch. To open an enclosure with this locking option, the user must lift and turn the handle to pull the cam away from the object. To latch and lock, the user must push the handle back into place.

Swing handles can work with different locking systems, including key locks systems, padlocks, electromechanical mechanisms, and multipoint latches. Furthermore, swing handle systems can be divided into flat and round rod systems. Round rod systems are mounted inside the sealed area, while flat rod systems can be placed outside.

Swing handle latches have a low-profile design that protrudes minimally from the surface, making them more ergonomic than other locking systems. When latched, they lay flush against the surface and swing out to open. This minimizes the physical effort needed to operate swing door latches, making them user friendly.

Typically constructed with a metal alloy core, such as stainless steel, swing handle latches are heavy-duty and known to be long-lasting and corrosion-resistant. The locking system is further fortified with protective plating and powder coating. While other latch systems are prone to degeneration over time after everyday use, swing handle latches are made with durability in mind to offer extended security.

Once you’ve determined your locking needs, you should consider what lock body material best suits your requirements. The most common swing handle lock materials are stainless steel and zinc alloy. Both materials offer exceptional strength and durability and although there are nuances between them, they are both sound options for swing handle lock bodies.

Swing handle latches are available in black and chrome finishes. This decision is a matter of personal preference. Users can make this decision easier by deciding which options flow cohesively in the environment it will be placed in. Moreover, not all swing handle draw latches have a single latching point. They are available in single-point and multiple-latching points for increased security.

To accommodate the ranging needs of our customers, our latches are available in robust die-cast zinc plated and durable polyamide plastic materials in several sizes. Our products provide corrosion-resistant performance, making them usable in numerous environments. With an emphasis on security, our selection includes three unique key-coded and seven tool-activated variants, in addition to non-locking handles.
Swings handle latching systems available at SPEP also feature internal O-rings and foam gasket seals, making them ideal for cabinets seeking NEMA, CSA, or UL certification.

We offer a diverse selection of latches to meet industry requirements and regulations. Our selection of latches includes

• Draw
• Bolt latches
• Compression latches
• Multi-point latches
• Pawl latches
• Twist latches
• Slam latches
• Butterfly latches
• Quarter-turn latches
• Lift and turn latches
• Magnetic latches
• Recessed latches
  
  

In addition to latches, our inventory includes additional hardware and accessories to further enhance security, such as clamps, fasteners, tie-downs, and more. Once customers have found their ideal products and part numbers, SPEP makes the purchasing simple with easy checkout.

Whether you are looking for components for a server box, service panel, or any other style of enclosure, SPEP can assist you with finding a latching solution ideal for your application. Contact us today to speak to a sales representative to explore the possibilities.