Southco has expanded its line of rotary latches with a new version that can be triggered by hand via an integrated plastic knob, eliminating the need for a separate cable and actuator, according to the company. The hand actuated R4-20 Rotary Latch features steel construction, providing a solution for applications such as hidden access panels and doors on transportation and industrial equipment.
Southco’s hand actuated R4-20 Rotary Latch features a compact design that facilitates inside door mounting and is available in through-hole, metric- and imperial-mounting styles. The R4-20 Rotary Latch is available with single or two-stage latching for low closing forces. Southco’s R4-20 series offers latch-to-striker mating tolerances, making it suitable for flexible panel applications with inherent misalignment concerns.
“The hand actuated R4-20 offers a simplified rotary system solution by eliminating the need for a separate actuator and cable,” said Cynthia Bart, Southco’s global product manager. “High strength construction and a two-stage latching option provide added safety and security for a variety of heavy-duty applications.”