Hooked Gate Latch 130mm with Two Holes, Raw Mild Steel, 34 x 5mm Flat

This is a compact 130mm hooked gate latch cut from 34mm x 5mm mild steel flat, with two fixing holes, supplied as raw (bare) steel for welding, painting or galvanising. Fix it with a bolt through one hole as a pivot so the hook swings over a pin or keep on the post, or use both holes to fix it rigidly as a hook catch that a gate bar or ring drops into. It is the plain, strong ironwork blacksmiths, fabricators and gate makers use on steel and timber gates, field gates and estate railings. The price shown is for one piece; the minimum order is 10.

Why use it

Solid steel. Cut from 34mm x 5mm mild steel flat, it is far stronger than pressed or cast latches and will not snap if a gate is slammed or leant on.

Ready to fabricate. Raw steel welds cleanly with no coating to grind off, and takes paint, powder coat or hot-dip galvanising with the rest of the gate.

Simple and reliable. A gravity hook or holder has no springs to break and nothing to seize; it works for years with an occasional coat of paint.

Traditional look. The plain blacksmith shape suits wrought iron style gates, railings and estate fencing as well as modern steel and timber gates.

Where it is used

Steel and timber garden gates, field and farm gates, estate railings and park gates, driveway gates, stable and kennel gates, and fabricated gates of all kinds, made by blacksmiths, fabricators, gate makers and DIY metal workers.

Specifications

Matching latch parts

Choosing the right option

For a simple drop latch, use a hooked latch on the gate and a latch holder or pin on the post: the 200mm latch with a single pivot hole for full-size gates, or the compact 130mm latch with two holes where space is tight or you want a fixed hook catch. The 100mm latch holder welds to the post to hold a flat latch bar. Because the parts are raw steel, plan to paint, powder coat or galvanise them; for a ready-finished bolt that screws straight on, choose a zinc plated sliding bolt instead.

Fitting and care

Hang the gate first. Offer the part up with the gate closed, mark its position so the latch drops cleanly into its holder or over its pin, then weld or bolt it in place. Grind any weld smooth, clean off oil and scale, then prime and paint, powder coat or galvanise. Touch up any chips in the paint to stop rust, and keep pivot bolts lightly greased.

Frequently asked questions

Ordering and delivery

Order online with Express UK Delivery and same-day dispatch on orders before 2pm, Monday to Friday. For trade quantities, call 01744 520 110 or email sales@industrialsuppliesco.co.uk.