New Compression Latch Enhances Safety, Increases Efficiency and Reduces Maintenance Errors

  • Wings expand out to provide quick visual indication of latch status
  • Reduces downtime and increases confidence that panel is all secure
  • Expands line of MAKE SAFETY VISIBLE BY SOUTHCO™ products

Southco’s VISE ACTION® Compression Latches provide mechanical advantage, ensuring tight, vibration resistant door closure to seal out water and dust, while allowing easy access with a choice of key and tool security options. The smooth operation of the VISE ACTION® design aligns the cam behind the frame and draws it up tight with a single continuous half-turn motion.

  • Up to 6.4mm (.25”) of compression
  • Numerous hand, tool and key actuation options
  • Extensive range of body and installation styles
  • Sealed to meet NEMA / IP Standards

Whether compressing gaskets to provide sealing against dust or water, or clamping to prevent noise and vibration, Southco’s extensive line of compression latches provide robust solutions to hold doors and panels closed

Features and Benefits

The smooth operation of the VISE ACTION® design aligns the pawl behind the frame and draws it up tight with a single continuous half-turn motion. Its compression action provides consistent 6.4 mm (0.25 in) pull-up for environmental sealing in gasketed applications, and helps reduce or eliminate noise and rattles caused by vibration. Over-center latching resists accidental opening due to shock or vibration.

  • Six body styles accommodate various door/panel thicknesses, grip ranges, actuator styles, and interior protrusion
  • Easy-to-grip knob and handle-actuated styles provide quick, simple access
  • More than 45 key-actuated and tool-actuated styles restrict access and discourage vandalism
  • Low-profile and flush-mount styles minimize external protrusion
  • Available in fixed-grip and adjustable grip versions
  • Suitable for NEMA 4 and IP65 applications
  • Single-hole mounting styles provide for convenient installation
  • Compact version with shortened housing for limited space applications