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Southco’s New E5 Cam Latches

Product Updates, Southco

Southco's New E5 Cam Latch deliver affordable simplicity, including quick access with just a quarter turn, the versatility of multiple body materials, plus the flexibility of modular design for numerous actuation and dimensional options. 

The straightforward design provides simple installation with a single hole and single mounting nut. Assembled latches simplify and speed installation in applications where grip exceeds panel thickness by 4 mm (0.16 in). For unassembled latches, cam mounts on end of drive stud with a single screw.

Features and Benefits

• Numerous head styles provide a wide range of access management security
• Ramping action on rotating cam styles provides about 2 mm (.08”) of compression on closing, while numerous offset options satisfy a wide range of grip dimensions
• Push-to-close cam style rotates freely from the “closed” position as it contacts the frame or keeper; an integral spring pushes cam back into the engaged position once cam clears the keeper
• Latched/unlatched status indicator provides user with quick visual confirmation of latch status
• Low profile series offers sleek tapered head styles
• Standard series offers more head styles, environmental sealing, and spring-loaded bodies for better grip tolerance and vibration resistance

Available Options

• Latch actuation available with choice of clockwise or counter-clockwise rotation
• Available with multiple options of manually actuated, tool-actuated, or keylocking designs
• Push-to-close styles available for single point and two-point latching configurations
• Most styles available in a variety of metallic, black and custom-color finishes
• Low Profile Series offers optional O-rings/sealing washers to provide environmental sealing
• Standard Series includes zinc alloy, stainless steel, and glass-filled nylon constructions
• Shutter-style driver option prevents accidental opening and provides visual indication of unsecured latching
• Friction cams available in 35 mm (1.38 in) or 45 mm (1.77 in) lengths; hook cams available to suit different frame configurations
• Miniature size option for small doors and panels with limited space allowance

If you would like more information on these or other Southco products, please contact your Tower representative at 800.688.6937, or by using our online information request form.