{"product_id":"over-centre-latch-trailer-drop-sides-catch-plate-safety-catch","title":"Over centre latch for trailer drop sides, with catch plate and safety catch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOver centre latch for trailers – the lever pulls the drop side tight, and the safety catch stops it opening on the move.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your old drop-side catch rattles or opens on the move, this set keeps the side shut tight. A drop side that swings open can drop the load onto the road, which is dangerous for everyone behind you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA set of over centre latch and hook catch plate in galvanised steel, for trailer drop sides, doors or lids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"h6\"\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo more rattling:\u003c\/strong\u003e pushing the lever down pulls the drop side against the frame, so it doesn't rattle or move.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWon't open on its own:\u003c\/strong\u003e the safety catch stops the lever releasing by accident, while you open it by hand with no tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo hunting for a catch plate:\u003c\/strong\u003e the latch and its matching hook catch plate come together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade to live outside:\u003c\/strong\u003e galvanised steel resists moisture and corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"h6\"\u003eHow does it work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same principle as the clip-top lid on a preserving jar. You hook the loop over the catch plate, push the lever down, and it snaps past a dead point under tension: the tension itself keeps it shut. On top of that, the safety catch holds the lever in place, so a jolt can't flip it open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"h6\"\u003eWhat is it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecuring the opening parts of trailers: drop sides, rear doors and lids. The latch goes on one part, the hook catch plate on the part opposite it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"h6\"\u003eWhat to expect, and what not\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect the drop side or door to stay tightly shut and not open on the move. Don't expect it to keep someone else out of your trailer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt isn't adjustable:\u003c\/strong\u003e the tension can't be set, so the latch and catch plate need to be fitted accurately to each other.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt isn't a lock:\u003c\/strong\u003e it won't stop someone opening it, the catch only prevents it opening by accident.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"h6\"\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit the latch and the catch plate opposite each other, so the latch loop reaches the hook with the lever closed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLift the lever and hook the loop over the catch plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush the lever down: the latch pulls the parts together and the safety catch holds the lever.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo open, release the safety catch and lift the lever.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e before you drill, hold both parts in place with the lever closed and only then mark the holes. The distance is right when the lever closes with noticeable resistance as it snaps over. If it drops shut with no effort it isn't pulling tight; if you can barely push it down, the hook is too far away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"h6\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;margin-bottom:1.5em\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width:50%;padding:.5em .75em\"\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:.5em .75em\"\u003eover centre latch (drop side catch) with safety catch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width:50%;padding:.5em .75em\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:.5em .75em\"\u003egalvanised steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width:50%;padding:.5em .75em\"\u003eFixing hole spacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:.5em .75em\"\u003e80 mm (latch), 46 mm (catch plate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width:50%;padding:.5em .75em\"\u003eAdjustable\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:.5em .75em\"\u003eno\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width:50%;padding:.5em .75em\"\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:.5em .75em\"\u003etrailer drop sides, doors, lids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width:50%;padding:.5em .75em\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:.5em .75em\"\u003e0.45 kg (set)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"h6\"\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 over centre latch with safety catch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 hook catch plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScrews or rivets are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"h6\"\u003eFrequently asked questions about the over centre latch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it to replace my old, worn catch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt fits the old holes if they are spaced the same: 80 mm on the latch, 46 mm on the catch plate. If your old one differs, you will need to drill new holes for this over centre latch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the catch plate included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The set contains the over centre latch and the matching hook catch plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it open while I'm driving?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe safety catch on the over centre latch prevents that: it holds the lever down until you release it by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need tools to open it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The catch and lever open by hand, you only need tools to fit it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do I fix it with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScrews or rivets through the holes. The latch holes are 80 mm apart, the catch plate holes 46 mm. Fixings are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it rust?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe over centre latch is galvanised steel, so it resists moisture and can be used outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"h6\"\u003eImportant information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore setting off, check that the lever is down and the safety catch holds it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold the lever when opening, as it is under tension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf the catch on your trailer's drop side or door is worn or loose, and there is room to fit both parts, this over centre latch set is for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Convoy Vibe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67846238601501,"sku":"12566EH","price":6.54,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/2607\/1581\/files\/over-centre-latch-trailer-open-lever-12566EH-1.png?v=1792674026","url":"https:\/\/convoy.eu\/products\/over-centre-latch-trailer-drop-sides-catch-plate-safety-catch","provider":"Convoy Vibe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}