Magnetic door latch is used forfixing in the open position with the balcony mounting option and in the closed when it is located on the interroom openings. Simple invention helps to deal with drafts and construction defects.
Variety of fasteners
Magnetic latch is available in two versions:
- Built-in construction. Driven by the handle.
- Hinged type. The magnet is mounted on the basis of the opening, the counterpart - on the web material.
According to the complexity of the design it is also divided into:
- Simple types - suitable for installation by hanging on furniture, boxes, suitcases.
- Complicated mechanisms - have mechanical locks and magnetic parts.
The latter are divided by type of work:
- Roller - used to facilitate the opening of the door. The operation of the mechanism is silent, movements occur without snacks.
- Falevye - manipulations with the opening of the castle will require little effort. The mechanism closes itself.
- Latches - it is required to close and open forcibly.
Use on internal openings
Built-in interroom magnetic latch standsexpensive because it is sold as part of a kit. The appearance is aesthetic, fastenings are hidden under the details of the lock case. To install the kit will require the manufacture of a groove in the canvas, which uses a chisel.
Available in the following versions:
- With magnetic tongue fixing the door in the doorway.
- Combined with mechanical stoppers, you can only open with a key.
- Simple clamping plan, unlocked by the force of the handle or from the outside with a push to the canvas.
The magnetic latch is available in the form of double poles, turning the knob creates a repulsive moment that does not require an effort to open.
Mounting openings on loggias
Magnetic balcony latch is divided into three types: roller, falevy, latches, latches. But the fastening mechanisms of plastic has the following features:
- instead of screws or pins, a long metal strip is used that is installed on the end of the blade;
- the counterpart of the magnet is of a small size; it is fastened to the opening with metal screws; the holes of small diameter are pre-drilled;
- It is recommended when installing new plastic doors to provide fasteners for snaps.
Product advantages
Magnetic latch has several advantages over mechanical locks:
- Silent operation - there is no click during fixing and spinning.
- Durability - no rubbing parts, the colorful coating of parts remains.
- Simplicity of fastening - the hinged magnetic latch is established in the place hidden for eyes.
- Not afraid of skewing the door - there are no restrictions on the parallelism of the counterpart and the base with a magnet.
- A variety of products - a moving magnet, of a simple type or with a floating head, is selected for a specific case.
The procedure for installing simple designs will requireAcquisition of a screwdriver, drill, drill. The marking operation is reduced to the combination of the plate and the magnet, which is not particularly difficult. The outer fabric deteriorates when mounted option, so the application of the drilling point must occur with high accuracy.
Complex designs imply useno less important element - closers. It is not necessary to close the door to the end; the critical part will achieve the required fixed position without cotton and noise. The reliability of knots is an important parameter when choosing fittings. It is recommended to lean towards proven manufacturers of famous brands.
