Galvanised Drop Bolt 12mm x 600mm with Screw-On Bracket for Gates

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A galvanised 12mm drop bolt with its bracket, ready to screw to a gate. This bolt is 12mm galvanised round bar, 600mm long, with a 65mm handle at the top, and it runs in a U-shaped bracket that fixes to the gate with four screws. Lift the bolt, drop it into a hole in the ground and the leaf is held. It is simple, does not need welding, and it suits timber gates as well as steel gates where you would rather not weld. The price shown is for one bolt with its bracket, with a minimum order of 5, because a site usually wants more than one.

Why this part works

No welding needed. The bracket screws on, so you can fit it to a timber gate or a finished steel gate without any hot work.

Galvanised from the start. The galvanised finish means it does not need painting and it stays presentable outdoors.

Long enough to work with. At 600mm, it reaches the ground from a good height on a typical gate.

A simple single bracket. The 98mm bracket guides the bolt, so there are fewer fixings than a two-guide design.

Where it is used

Timber field and garden gates, side gates and steel gates where welding is not practical. It suits lighter gates and fixed leaves, and it is a good fit where you need the bolt to be finished and working straight away. For very heavy gates, or where the bolt will take a lot of force, use a heavier welded bolt.

Specifications

What you get	One bolt and one bracket, minimum order 5
Bolt	12mm galvanised round bar, 600mm long
Handle	65mm
Bracket	98mm x 40mm, 27mm stand-off, 3mm thick
Fixing holes	5mm, at 75mm x 24mm centres
Finish	Galvanised
Fixing	Screw fix through the bracket, fixings not published for this line
Load rating	Not published for this line
Weight	About 0.70 kg

Choosing the right option

Choose this bolt if you want a screw-on, galvanised drop bolt that does not need welding. It is lighter than a 16mm bolt, so step up to a weld-on bolt on a large or heavy gate. If you want a spring-loaded bolt that holds itself up or down, those are listed below. Plan for firm ground with a hole for the foot of the bolt, or use a ground socket.

You want	Choose
A screw-on 12mm drop bolt	This bolt
A spring-loaded drop bolt, 300mm	Spring-loaded drop bolt, 300mm
A weld-on drop bolt, 400mm	Weld-on drop bolt, 400mm
A 12mm plain bolt to weld	Plain top drop bolt, 12mm x 500mm

Fitting and care

Close the gate and hold the bolt against the closing edge with the foot on the ground. Slide the bracket onto the bolt and fix it to the gate at a comfortable height using all four holes, with fixings to suit your gate. Make sure the bolt runs freely up and down. Drill or core a hole in the ground for the foot to drop into.

Keep the ground hole free of debris and grit. On a gate in regular use, check that the bracket fixings are tight and wipe the bolt clean. Galvanising needs no routine care.

Frequently asked questions

Is the price for one bolt with bracket?

Yes, the price is for one bolt with its bracket, and the minimum order is 5. Call us about larger quantities and we will confirm availability before you order.

Does it need welding?

No. The bracket screws to the gate through four 5mm holes. Fixings are not published for this line, so use screws suited to your gate.

Is it galvanised?

Yes. The bolt and bracket are galvanised, so they suit outdoor use without painting.

Can I cut the bolt shorter?

Yes, but you will expose bare steel at the cut. Treat the cut end with zinc-rich paint.

Ordering and delivery

Order 5 or more online, with Express UK Delivery to your site and same-day dispatch on orders before 2pm, Monday to Friday. For a larger job, call 01744 520 110 or email sales@industrialsuppliesco.co.uk and we will confirm availability and delivery before you order.