Slam latch and method of assembly

Details Slam latch and method of assembly Slam latch and method of assembly

1998-02-27

1999-08-10

Boucher, Darnell M.

Closure fasteners

Bolts

Sliding

292DIG38, 292DIG61, 292DIG63, E05C 110

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active

059347163

ABSTRACT:
A sliding-action slam latch for securing a door panel, especially a hinged door panel, in closed position with a latch body constructed of one piece and carrying a spring which is installed therein; the latch being installed in a single opening in the door panel and is self-retained therein. The latch operates by spring-biased sliding action to engage the door frame or striker place. The spring bias is provided by a separate spring member and the latch is further provided with a spring guide to facilitate installation of the spring into the latch. A method of assembly of the latch is also provided.

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patent: 4790579 (1988-12-01), Maxwell et al.
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Pp. G-6 and G-7 from Southco catalog 43, 1993.
Pp. G-8 and G-9 from Southco catalog 48, 1998.

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