What is the magnetic latch?

The magnetic latch for doors is used for fixing in the open position with the balcony version of the fastening and in the closed one when it is located on the interior openings. A simple invention helps to fight drafts and construction flaws.

Varieties of fasteners

The magnetic latch is available in two versions:

• Built-in construction. It is moved from the handle.
• Mounted type. The magnet is fixed on the base of the opening, the mate is attached to the web material.

By the complexity of the design it is also divided into:

• Simple types - suitable for installation by hanging on furniture, boxes, suitcases.
• Complex mechanisms - have mechanical clamps and magnetic parts.

The latter are subdivided according to the type of work:

• Roller - are used to facilitate the opening of the door. The work of the mechanism is noiseless, movements occur without snacks.
• False - manipulation with the opening of the lock will require a little effort. The mechanism closes.
• Latches-latches - it is required to close and open forcibly.

Use on internal apertures

The built-in latch is internally magnetic due to the fact that it is sold as a part of the kit. The appearance is aesthetic, the fastenings are hidden under the details of the lock case. To install the kit, you will need to make a groove in the canvas, for which a chisel is used.

Produced in the following versions:

• With a magnetic tongue fixing the door in the opening.
• Combine with mechanical stops, open only with a key.
• Simple clamping plan, unlocked by force by the handle or from the outside by pushing into the blade.

The magnetic latch is released in the form of double poles, turning the handle creates a repulsive moment, which does not require effort to open.

Fastening of openings on loggias

The magnetic balcony latch is divided into three types: roller, fall, latches-latches. But the fastening mechanisms of plastic has the following features:

• Instead of screws or pins, a long metal bar is used, which is installed on the end of the blade;
• The mating part of a small size is attached to the opening by screws for metal, holes of small diameter are pre-drilled;
• It is recommended that when installing new plastic doors, snap fasteners are provided.

Advantages of the products

The magnetic latch has a number of advantages over mechanical clamps:

• Noiseless operation - click when fixing and spinning out.
• Durability - there are no rubbing details, the colorful coating of details remains.
• Simplicity of fastening - the hinged magnetic latch is installed in a place hidden for eyes.
• Do not be afraid of skewing the door - there are no restrictions on the parallelism of the mating part and the base with the magnet.
• Variety of products - for a specific case, a moving magnet is selected, of a simple type or with a floating head.

The procedure for installing simple designs will require the purchase of a screwdriver, drill, drill. The operation of marking is reduced to the alignment of the plate and the magnet, which is not particularly difficult. The outer web deteriorates with the hinged version, so the application of the drilling point must occur with high accuracy.

Complex designs involve the use of an equally important element - door closer. It is not necessary to close the door to the end, the responsible part will implement the required locked position without clapping and noise. The reliability of knots is an important parameter when choosing accessories. It is recommended to lean towards proven manufacturers of well-known brands.