Cabin Hook Latch – Black or Galvanised

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Quick answer: A cabin hook is a hook-and-eye restraint used to hold a gate, door, shed door or window in a chosen open or closed position. It is useful for controlling movement, bu t it is not a security lock.What is it used for?One part fixes to the moving gate or door and the other fixes to the post, wall or frame. When the hook is placed through the eye, it prevents the leaf from swinging freely in wind or during use. Available in 100, 150 and 200mm nominal lengths. Choose black or galvanised finish. Can hold a gate open against a wall or hold a light door closed. Simple manual operation with no automatic catching action. What else do I need?Use appropriate exterior fixings and make sure both fixing points are solid. For a gate that also needs everyday latching, add a ring latch, Suffolk latch or automatic latch. A cabin hook is particularly useful as an extra hold-open fitting alongside those products.AlternativesThe light cabin hook on plate suits lighter restraint work. The cast iron cabin hook provides another construction and appearance. For positive bolting rather than holding open, use a tower bolt or Brenton bolt.Before ordering: Measure the distance between the intended fixing points with the gate in its required position. Choose enough hook length to reach without forcing the hardware out of line. Do not use a cabin hook as the only restraint where livestock, strong wind, children or security concerns create a higher consequence of opening.Browse the full gate hardware range. Show more