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Consider locks, latches, hinges and handles. Each come with its own benefits. Different types of locks, such as a cam lock for cabinets, are a great choice for security. Latches, meanwhile, offer ease of use if security isn&#;t an issue. Hinges, particularly stainless-steel hinges, are long-lasting, with a high resistance to rust and corrosion. Finally, handles make for a convenient way to access your equipment while offering an ergonomic design.
We can provide 3D models (CAD files) upon request or offer our single-pack option so you can verify form, fit and function.
Your application might mean that you should choose access hardware around one or both of these two issues:
1. Shock and vibrations
Vibrations can wreak havoc on applications, causing components to fail over time. Take every precaution available, and that includes choosing vibration-resistant access hardware. An example is sliding snap latches, which resists opening under vibration and shock load. An adjustable T-handle with compression is another smart choice, as it compresses for better sealing to resist vibrations.
1. NEMA and IP ratings
These are two different standards that measure electrical enclosures and their resistance to dirt, debris, moisture and water ingress. NEMA (North Electrical Manufacturers Association) is used in the U.S., while IP (International or Ingress Protection) is favoured in Europe. However, IP ratings are becoming more common in North America. Some access hardware also has NEMA or IP ratings, which ensures the enclosure&#;s rating. An IP65 electrical enclosure is approximately the same as a NEMA 4 electrical enclosure. Learn more about these ratings and how they convert in our guide, The outdoor enclosure latch and lock: IP and NEMA ratings.
Why Essentra Components?
It&#;s not merely the depth of our ranges, but our expertise across all applications for every industry.
Here&#;s a closer look at the different types of access hardware available and what your choices are.
The right hinges enhance the performance, lifespan and appearance of your application. External hinges afford you more space inside your enclosure or cabinet, a helpful feature for a server data cabinet or indoor telecom cabinet. Concealed hinges are easy to install and prevent tampering, which makes them essential for applications such as an outdoor electrical cabinet or any outdoor enclosure.
You can learn more with our guide, Types of hinges and where to use them.
Examples of hinges include:
Need: Permanent, non-obtrusive and long-lasting solution
Solution: Bullet Hinges
Why?
Need: Holds large doors securely in place
Solution: 3D Adjustable Hinge
Why?
Need: Easy lift off functionality
Solution: Lift Off Screw Mount Hinge
Why?
Need: Tamper evident solution
Solution: Screw On Concealed Hinge
Why?
Need: Strong chemical resistance to oil, solvents and seawater
Solution: Continuous Hinges
Why?
Need: Easy internal access to the application
Solution: Plastic Corner Hinges
Why?
Need: For large applications
Solution: Metal Corner Hinges
Why?
Security is the job one of any lock, whether it&#;s for an electrical enclosure box, server rack cabinet, or anything else. Make sure your choice is robust to prevent vandalism and theft of your critical components. That&#;s when you need a heavy-duty cam lock. If your application is in a controlled environment, look at an easy-to-open quarter-turn lock. Your choices are vast, offering features perfect for your application.
Also see our guide on how to choose the right lock.
Need: Ease of installation and security for heavy-duty steel cabinets
Solution: Furniture Locks
Why?
Need: Flush design to protect users from snagging clothing or skin in area with limited space
Solution: Cam Latches Lift & Turn
Why?
Need: Withstands vibrations
Solution: Nema Rated Adjustable T-Handle
Why?
Need: Easy to fit
Solution: Cylinder Locking Cam Latches
Why?
Need: Secure off-road transportation or industrial generator parts
Solution: Locking Paddle Latch
Why?
From the spring-loaded latch to the lever latch, latches are safe locking systems, ideal for data or telecom cabinet doors and panel covers in machines. You can also get latches rated IP65 to ensure your application is protected from dirt and moisture ingress.
Check out our Guide to latches.
Need: Sealing under vibration
Solution: Compression Latches - Adjustable/Wing Knob
Why?
Need: Good seal
Solution: Quarter Turn Latches - Wing Knob
Why?
Need: Maintain IP65 electrical enclosure rating or protect against dust and water ingress
Solution: Quarter Turn Spring Latches
Why?
Need: Pleasing aesthetics
Solution: Offset Compression Lever Latches
Why?
Need: Securely pull and lock two components together
Solution: Adjustable Draw Latches
Why?
Magnetic catches are usually used for high-end furniture in place of knobs and industrial applications. If your use is industrial, consider a vibration-resistant catch. Magnetic catches are available in different styles and for different panel thicknesses, and all are easy to install and use. Catch plates aren&#;t limited to catches, either &#; you can use latches with them too.
Need: Robust latching device
Solution: Panel Catches
Why?
Need: Simple mechanism for keeping a door or panel closed
Solution: Snap In Magnetic Catches
Why?
Need: Effective latching for enclosures
Solution: Panel Strikers
Why?
Cabinet pull handles, bridge handles, flush handles, crank handles &#; these are just a few of the styles available. Handles come with different mounting options, in different materials, or even as hand grips for health and safety applications. Choose an ergonomic handle for comfort. If you want a handle that doubles as security, a T-Handle cam lock or L-Handle keyed cam lock are good choices, which you can find under locks within this guide. Both offer easy hand gripping and actuation.
When choosing your handle, consider your application&#;s environment. For example, if there&#;s a lot of traffic, or space is limited, go with a recessed door handle to prevent obstruction. You can learn more in our Guide to handle design.
Need: Lightweight
Solution: Plastic Pull Handles - Female Arch
Why?
Need: Comfort and pleasing aesthetics
Solution: Pull Handle Through Hole Angled Arch
Why?
Need: Compact and ergonomic design
Solution: Recessed Handle - Snap In
Why?
Need: Clean and aesthetic finish
Solution: Pull Handles - Plastic
Why?
Need: Impact resistant
Solution: Bridge Pull Handle
Why?
Door gaskets and seals can have different applications. Edge trim is designed to allow for an easy installation on your fabricated edged for a finished look that seals and protects against sharp surfaces, impact and weather damage. Bubble gaskets and seals offer a flexible and protective seal against weather and irregularities between two surfaces to allow protection against vibrations, dirt and moisture ingress. It can also help reduce noise. Some can even help prevent electromagnetic interference in electrical cabinets and enclosures.
If your application is outdoors, EPDM is a good material choice for your gasketing. It withstands the aging effects of UV rays and resists heat, oxidation and extreme weather conditions and has very good compression set properties. Neoprene provides an excellent watertight seal and resistance to oils and chemicals, while PVC gasketing is tough and resilient.
Need: Protection and sealing for sheet metal
Solution: Side Bubble Gasket
Why?
Need: Easy fitting protection
Solution: Push on Seal Trims
Why?
Need: Protection for outdoor use
Solution: Weather Stripping and Gasketing Tape
Why?
If you&#;re still not sure which access hardware to use for your application, we&#;ve put together recommendations. If you have questions about any solutions and how they might work with your specific application, we invite you to contact us.
HVAC components include access hardware, which needs to be robust enough to stand up to vibrations and frequent use.
Butt Hinge
HVAC Handle
HVAC Lock
Adjustable compression latch
Contact us to discuss your requirements of Sliding T Handle Exporter. Our experienced sales team can help you identify the options that best suit your needs.
Plastic Pull Handle
From a cable junction box and outdoor utility cabinet to an industrial computer cabinet and rack mount cabinet, easy access is an important part of its design. Here are recommendations for access hardware for cabinets and drawers.
Quarter Turn Latch - Wing Knob
Lift & Turn Cam Latch
Corner Hinge
L-Handle
Magnetic Catch
When thinking about the industrial generator parts you need, don&#;t leave access hardware to the last minute. For instance, your hinge can make access easier &#; it can even function as an additional security measure if that&#;s relevant. Take a look at our recommendations:
Paddle Latch
Leaf Hinge
Sealing Gasket
Recessed Handle - Snap In
Quarter Turn Latch Wing Knob Extra Long Housing
Industrial machinery is complex to design. You can make your choice of access hardware easy with components that perfectly suit your application. Here&#;s a few suggestions to get you started.
Cam Latch L Handle
Concealed Hinge
Slide latch
Cylinder Locking Cam Latch
Draw Latches
Form meets function in these access-hardware recommendations. Solutions are designed to high standards to help ensure the quality of your finished product.
Screw-On Concealed Hinges
Weather Stripping & Gasket Tape - EPDM
Flush Cup Recessed T-Handle Latch
Compression Latches - Adjustable
Paddle Latch
When selecting the right material for your application, it&#;s vital you know the benefits of each type. Below, we outline some of the key materials and why you might choose them.
Metals
Available in a range of strengths, metal is a good choice for industrial requirements for latches and hinges and handles. Aluminum, for example, is strong, light and easy to form, while steel is rust-resistant and extremely durable.
Plastics
From nylon and polypropylene and polyethylene, plastics offer a wealth of benefits, too. Fiberglass, for instance, offers dimensional stability, with no stretch or shrink, while polypropylene ensures high heat resistance and stiffness. Polyethylene, on the other hand, has high ductility and impact strength, as well as low friction.
Let&#;s take a closer look at some of these materials:
Aluminum
Easy to form, fireproof and offering a long-life with little maintenance, aluminum is a superconductor for heat and electricity &#; twice as effective as copper, in fact. It&#;s strong and light, too. The fact that it is fireproof makes it a great choice in terms of security.
Example: Weld On Hinge
Die-cast zinc alloy
A low-cost raw material, die-cast zinc offers high quality finishing characteristics for an attractive aesthetic. It also has the ability to cold form, which eases joining. What&#;s more, it provides high-dimensional accuracy and stability and high thermal conductivity.
Example: Quarter Turn Latch - Wing knob
Steel
Durable steel is a great component for access hardware. With a good tensile strength, the metal is malleable and lustrous. Ideal for a range of handles or levers, steel provides a host of properties.
Example: Cylinder Locking Quarter Turn Latch
Stainless Steel
If you&#;re looking for a material that offers corrosion resistance, an attractive appearance and a higher strength and hardness than most metals, consider stainless steel. It&#;s low-maintenance, too, while also providing higher cryogenic toughness, making it ideal in colder environments.
Example: Compression Cam Latch
Chrome plated steel
A corrosion-resistant component, chrome plated steel is low risk when it comes to delamination or flaking during use. The great thing about the material is it provides enhanced wear and impact resistance, too.
Example: Metal Pull Handle
Brass
Wear-resistance, strength, machinability and ductility are just four benefits of brass. Offering hardness and electrical and thermal conductivity, too, the component also provides hygiene and corrosion-resistance.
Example: Side Hinge
Nylon
With good thermal and chemical resistance, Nylon&#;s impact resistance and flexibility increases with moisture content. It can be used in high temperature environments, which makes it ideal in the electronics industry. It also offers good resistance to most chemicals but can be attacked by strong acids and alcohols.
Example: Quarter-turn spring latches
Glass-filled nylon
Offering resistance against ageing, glass-filled nylon is waterproof and provides high compression strength and tensile strength. On top of that, the fatigue resistance is excellent and it&#;s one of the best wear-resistant plastics available.
Example: Handle Turn Cam Latch
Polypropylene
A low-density material, Polypropylene provides heat resistance, chemical inertness and a high gloss appearance too. It&#;s easy to weld, which makes it handy for all kinds of applications, and it offers steam barrier properties.
Example: Magnetic Catches
Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS)
Resistant to corrosive chemicals and/or physical impacts and toughness, the relatively inexpensive Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) has a low melting temperature. What this means for the user is it&#;s simple to utilize alongside injection molding manufacturing processes.
Example: Slam Action Slide Latch
Acetal
You&#;ll get good wear in both wet and dry environments when you use Acetal. It&#;s lightweight and high strength, too, providing low friction and great stiffness.
Example: Door Latch Striker
Polyoxymethylene (POM)
Choose Polyoxymethylene and you&#;ll enjoy high stiffness, hardness and high abrasion resistance. The material also provides high heat resistance, low water absorption and good electrical and dielectrical properties.
Example: Recessed Handle
EPDM
Performing as an electrical insulator, EPDM is compatible with polar substances, making it fireproof. The ideal component for access hardware, it offers great security and outstanding resistance to heat, ozone, steam and the weather.
Example: Sealing Gasket
Polyurethane
With good tensile strength, Polyurethane is impact-resistant, abrasion-resistant and offers good hardness. It also has good tear strength and can be used to great effect in access hardware.
Example: Cam Latch - Lift & Turn (seal)
Silicone
A fire-resistant component offering dielectric strength, thermal conductivity and cyclic flexing, silicone rubber provides creep, elongation and great tear strength. Due to the fact it&#;s fire-resistant, it can be used confidently in access hardware.
Example: Cylinder Turn Quarter Turn Latch (O-ring)
Acrylic
Benefit from excellent optical clarity with acrylic. The component also offers great weatherability and resistance to sunlight, as well as good impact strength and rigidity. With low mold shrinkage, its stretch forming increases biaxial toughness.
Example: Weather Stripping (Adhesive backing)
Neoprene
A type of plastic made from synthetic rubber, neoprene resists oils, chemicals and UV light. Abrasion resistant, it also has high tensile strength. Note, it resists water, solvents and heat better than natural rubber does.
Example: Sealing Gasket
PVC
There are two types of PVC: rigid and flexible. Both are low cost and offer good electrical insulation. Rigid PVC has high stiffness while flexible PVC has high impact strength. Rigid PVC contains vapor barrier properties whereas flexible PVC resists UV rays.
Example: Sealing Gasket
Free CADs are available for most solutions, which you can download. You can also request free samples to make sure you&#;ve chosen exactly what you need. If you&#;re not quite sure which solution will work best for your application, our experts are always happy to advise you.
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Pull handles are a common feature of furniture and cabinetry. They come in many different shapes, sizes, and materials, making it easy to find a pull handle that matches your decor and functional needs. In this post, we&#;ll explore the different types of pull handles and their uses, so you can choose the right type for your needs.
Cabinet pull handles are a classic type of pull handle. They are typically installed on cabinets and drawers and come in a variety of styles and finishes. Cabinet pull handles can be decorative or understated, depending on the style of the cabinet or drawer. They are a great choice for kitchens, bathrooms, and other areas where cabinetry is prevalent.
Door pull handles are larger than cabinet pull handles and are typically used on doors. They come in a variety of styles and finishes, making it easy to find a handle that matches the decor of your home or office. Door pull handles are an important component of any door, providing a comfortable grip for opening and closing.
Recessed pull handles are a popular choice for sliding doors and pocket doors. They are designed to be flush with the surface of the door, providing a clean and streamlined appearance. Recessed pull handles are also a great choice for cabinets and drawers, where a protruding handle might get in the way.
Bar pull handles are long, straight handles that are often used on cabinets and drawers. They provide a modern and sleek look, making them a popular choice for contemporary kitchens and bathrooms. Bar pull handles come in a variety of lengths, so you can choose one that fits the size of your cabinets or drawers.
KNURLED T HANDLE BLACK 260X12MM CC 224MMFinger pull handles are small, discreet handles that are often used on cabinet doors and drawers. They are designed to be easy to grip with your fingers, making them a great choice for areas where a larger handle might not be practical. Finger pull handles are available in a variety of materials, including metal, wood, and plastic.
In conclusion, pull handles are an essential component of furniture and cabinetry. With so many types of pull handles available, it&#;s important to choose the right one for your needs. Whether you&#;re looking for a cabinet pull handle, a door pull handle, a recessed pull handle, a bar pull handle, or a finger pull handle, there&#;s a pull handle out there that will meet your needs. With this knowledge, you can choose a pull handle that not only looks great but also provides the functionality you need.
Using our website, you can shop our collection of pull handles to discover your ideal match.
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