SKU: CW67307
UPC: 817382011070
MPN: M1-20-81-48
The Southco Medium Lift & Turn Latch in stainless steel with short cam offset is a precision-engineered fastening solution designed for equipment enclosures, service panels, and secure access applications requiring key-locking functionality. Built from 316 stainless steel with an electropolished finish, this medium lift & turn latch delivers corrosion resistance and reliable security in demanding field environments.
This latch accommodates two grip ranges—27.0–40.0 mm (1.06–1.57") and 51.0–64.0 mm (2.01–2.52")—making it suitable for varied panel configurations and thicknesses from 2.0–12.0 mm (0.08–0.47"). The gasketed design creates a sealed enclosure when engaged, protecting internal components from dust, moisture, and environmental contamination. The key-locking head style ensures controlled access and prevents unauthorized opening, a critical feature for tactical equipment cases, server racks, weapons storage, and industrial control cabinets where security and weatherproofing are non-negotiable.
Users operating in salt spray, humid, or corrosive environments benefit significantly from the 316 stainless construction—superior to standard 300-series stainless for offshore, coastal, and chemical exposure scenarios. The short cam offset geometry allows efficient one-quarter-turn operation without excessive force, reducing fatigue during frequent opening and closing cycles typical of field service and maintenance applications. Electropolishing further enhances corrosion resistance and provides a clean, bright appearance that resists fingerprinting and organic residue buildup.
The Southco M1-20-81-48 is specified by OEMs and field operators who prioritize long-service-life hardware over commodity alternatives. Whether securing communications equipment in forward positions, protecting flight-line avionics, or locking down modular tactical gear, this latch combines military-grade material durability with engineered reliability that outlasts cheaper zinc-plated competitors.
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