Cabinet Push Button Spring Latch – Automatic Locking
• Automatically locks upon door closure for consistent security
• Simple push-button operation retracts the latch for easy opening
• Self-lubricating plastic/nylon construction ensures smooth, quiet performance
• Easy to install with a single drilled hole; no complex routing needed
• Low-profile button design sits nearly flush with the cabinet surface
• Ideal for child safety on cabinets containing hazardous items
• Keeps toy box lids, furniture doors, and storage trunks securely closed
• Durable spring mechanism provides long-lasting, reliable operation
• A cost-effective and convenient alternative to magnetic catches or keyed locks
• Helps maintain a clean, uncluttered look on cabinets and furniture

About Cabinet Push Button Spring Latch – Automatic Locking

Add simple, reliable, and child-safe automatic locking to your cabinets, furniture, and storage boxes with this Cabinet Push Button Spring Latch. This ingenious mechanism ensures that every time you close a door or lid, it automatically and securely locks with a satisfying click. To open, simply press the button, which retracts the spring-loaded latch bolt, allowing the door to swing open freely.

The Cabinet Push Button Spring Latch is perfect for keeping curious children out of cupboards, securing toy chests, or adding a tidy, flush-mount lock to entertainment units and display cabinets. Its self-lubricating plastic or nylon construction ensures smooth, quiet operation for years without maintenance. Installation is quick and straightforward, requiring only a drilled hole in the cabinet door or lid. With a low-profile button that sits nearly flush, the Cabinet Push Button Spring Latch provides effective security without intrusive hardware, maintaining clean lines on your furniture. It’s the effortless solution for automatic, push-button access control.

How Does the Automatic Locking Feature Work?

The “automatic” function is powered by a built-in spring. When the cabinet door is closed, the latch bolt (a small plastic or metal hook) is designed to ride over the strike plate on the cabinet frame. As the door shuts completely, the spring forces the bolt to snap forward into a catch on the strike plate, locking the door automatically. There is no need to manually turn a key or slide a bolt. This automatic action of the Cabinet Push Button Spring Latch ensures the cabinet is secured every time it’s closed.

Where is This Type of Latch Most Commonly Used?

The Cabinet Push Button Spring Latch is versatile and commonly installed on:
– Kitchen & Bathroom Cabinets: To keep children away from cleaners or chemicals.
– Toy Boxes & Chests: To prevent lids from slamming down and for basic security.
– Entertainment Centers & TV Cabinets: To keep doors neatly closed.
– Office Furniture & Filing Cabinets: For simple, keyless access control.
– Toolboxes & Storage Trunks: To keep lids securely fastened during transport.
Its simple mechanism makes it suitable for a wide range of lightweight to medium-duty applications.

Is Installation Difficult?

Not at all. Installing the Cabinet Push Button Spring Latch is a basic DIY task:
1. Drill a hole of the specified diameter (commonly 22mm or 25mm) through the cabinet door at your chosen location.
2. Insert the latch body into the hole from the front of the door.
3. From inside the door, secure the latch with the provided retaining clip or nuts.
4. Position the strike plate on the cabinet frame so it catches the latch bolt, mark the screw holes, and secure it in place.
The entire process can be completed in minutes with a drill and a screwdriver.

Does it Require a Key?

No, the standard Cabinet Push Button Spring Latch is a keyless mechanism. It operates solely by pressing the button to retract the bolt. This makes it ideal for situations where quick, convenient access is needed without the hassle of keys. However, it also means it is a privacy or safety lock ,not a high-security lock. For true security, you would need a keyed cam lock or similar.

Can the Latching Tension Be Adjusted?
The latching force is typically fixed by the strength of the internal spring and is not user-adjustable on most basic models. The spring is designed to be strong enough to hold the door closed reliably but soft enough for a child to press the button open. If you require a heavier-duty feel, you would need to select a latch model specifically rated as such.