Installation Instructions for 801-664 Touch Latch 1. Place the touch latch on the cabinet floor or shelf away from the door hinges, with the latch extending beyond the edge of the floor or shelf. Close the door gently, pushing the touch latch inward. Open the door and, where the touch latch rests outline the elongated mounting holes with a sharp pencil. Remove the touch latch and make screw pilot
How to install a latch device?
Installing a Latch device is a two step process. You must first mount the hardware, in which we will explain in this section of the Get Started guide. Once the mounting is successfully completed, the second step is to activate the hardware by programming the device. This will be explained in Step 3.
What is a Touch latch?
Touch latches allow cabinet doors to be opened simply by pushing on them. This makes them great for hardware-free cabinetry. However, this push-to-open mechanism also means that touch latches are generally more mechanically complicated than other catches, and they won’t stand up to as much wear.
How to install a cabinet magnetic latch?
How to Install a Cabinet Magnetic Latch 1. Place the magnetic base on the lower cabinet shelf. Align the front of the base with the front edge of the shelf, and... 2. Drill pilot holes at the pencil marks. The size of drill bit may vary depending on the manufacturer, but it's usually... 3. Screw the ...
How do turn latches work?
When the turn latch is engaged, a spring-loaded bolt slides out of the body and into the catch, where it’s held securely. Turn latches are available in a wide variety of finishes and styles. These latches are attached to the face of the cabinet door (the front), so they’re generally designed for look, and they can fit well into rustic designs.
How to install a latch?
How to set up a latch for a property?
What is a latch keycard?
What is the Latch Cloud?
What is the purpose of the cutouts, wires, and locking hardware on a latch?
What happens if you don't update the latch manager?
How long does it take for a latch to expire?
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Setting up Latch Keycard – Latch
Latch; I live in a Latch building. Unlocking and Locking Your Latch Device; Setting up Latch Keycard. Latch Keycard is the first physical credential to work across any door in any building you have access to.
Latch Manager on the App Store
The smartest and simplest way to manage your Latch building. Install new Latch devices and update existing ones, all from your iPhone. For more information see support.latch.com Login using your Latch Manager login. Contact [email protected] for your login information.
Latch App on the App Store
Needs improvement The app works fine, but there are two things that could be improved: 1. The widget is a great idea, but on my phone (recent iPhone) it sometimes decides to show the "Set up" button even though I have already set it up in the app. Clicking on the button and then going back to the home screen is often sufficient to show the keys again in the widget, but it often takes a couple ...
How to install a latch?
Step 1: What do I need for a Latch installation? Step 2: Mounting the Latch device. Step 3: Activate the Latch device. Step 4: Review your installation and test the Latch device.
How to set up a latch for a property?
Notify the property managers, and they can refer to 'Setting up Latch for your property' for more information. Handing off the Latch device to the property manager officially completes your project.
What is a latch keycard?
Latch Keycards are recommended for construction projects. They can be assigned to a particular person and programmed with access to specific or all doors on the site with Latch Manager.
What is the Latch Cloud?
Unlike a traditional mechanical lock, Latch devices need to be activated with the latest software and on-boarded to the Latch Cloud, the cloud-based management platform, which enables all smart features (e.g. smartphone, Doorcode, and Keycard unlock).
What is the purpose of the cutouts, wires, and locking hardware on a latch?
The cutouts, wires, and locking hardware will allow you to properly mount and test the Latch device.
What happens if you don't update the latch manager?
If you do not update to the latest Latch Manager app, you will receive a network error message when trying to upgrade the firmware of the Latch device.
How long does it take for a latch to expire?
Your access to the Latch device being installed expires after 24 hours of being activated with firmware. If you need access beyond 24 hours, the Latch Administrator will be able to provide the necessary credentials.
How do touch latches work?
There are two types of touch latches: mechanical and magnetic. Both use springs to drive cabinet doors open. (The strength of the springs—their push and pull force—is measured in pounds; it’s important to have a pound rating that provides enough power, or “throw,” to open your doors.)
What is touch-latch hardware?
Touch latches can be used on a wide variety of doors ranging from single- and double-cabinet doors to large solid-slab doors. They’re usually paired with Conce aled Hinges for a complete, hardware-free look.
Is all touch-latch hardware created equal?
Not at all. The market is flooded with inexpensive, poorly made hardware that’s to be avoided. A $.99 touch latch might be enticing (especially if you’re outfitting a number of cabinets), but going cheap will likely cost you more in the long run when replacements are required. Touch latches are a hardworking piece of machinery with small parts and latches that need to stay in alignment. It’s worth investing in hardware made from high-quality materials and built for durability.
Getting Started
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Catches vs. latches
Two terms that get thrown around a lot when talking about cabinet doors are catches and latches. Some people use the terms interchangeably, while others make a number of distinctions between them. This is because these terms do have a few different meanings.
Types of cabinet door catches
There are a number of cabinet catches on the market. Just keep in mind that these types are not all interchangeable. While you have a variety of options available, for heavier-duty applications, make sure you choose a catch that can handle what you throw at it.
Cabinet door catch materials
Cabinet door catches are available in a variety of materials, though most are plastic or metal. For lighter-traffic areas of the home, plastic may be sufficient. However, for high-traffic areas, RVs, and shops, it’s best to go with metal. Consider stainless steel or brass over zinc and aluminum for the best durability.
Cabinet bumpers
Cabinet bumpers are the small pieces of material that are mounted on the inside of overlay and partial overlay cabinet doors, often on the corners. They protect cabinets and cabinet hardware from damage from slamming doors while also dampening sound.
Can you use latches on overlay cabinets?
There are two kinds of overlay cabinets, full overlay and partial overlay. In full overlay cabinets, the cabinet door is flush with the edge of the cabinetry (or with the adjacent door). In partial overlay cabinets, there is a gap.
Product Overview
The Amerock BP32301BR Touch Catch is finished in Brown. Every Amerock Functional Hardware series is tested for durability in conditions exceeding all KCMA certification requirements and BHMS standards for cycle life, strength and finish quality.
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What is a magnetic latch?
A magnetic cabinet latch, also called a catch, is designed to hold a cabinet door closed. The latch is comprised of two parts: a floating magnetic base screwed to the bottom cabinet shelf, and a steel striker plate screwed to the inside of the door. Magnetic latches are great for use in older homes or RVs where cabinets may not be perfectly plumb.
How to install a striker on a cabinet door?
Place the striker against the inside of the cabinet door, and position it so it is directly across from the magnet when the door is closed. Drill a pilot hole in the door using the screw hole in the striker as a guide. Screw the striker to the door using the supplied countersunk screw.
How to make a magnetic base for a shelf?
1. Place the magnetic base on the lower cabinet shelf. Align the front of the base with the front edge of the shelf, and make pencil marks in the base's mounting holes.
How to open a door that is weak?
If the force required to open the door seems weak, loosen the screws on the magnet base, slide the base forward, then retighten the screws.
Can magnetic latches be used in RVs?
Magnetic latches are great for use in older homes or RVs where cabinets may not be perfectly plumb. While providing some resistance to opening, they should not be substituted for true safety latches if the goal is to keep little children from access to a cabinet.
How to install a latch?
Step 1: What do I need for a Latch installation? Step 2: Mounting the Latch device. Step 3: Activate the Latch device. Step 4: Review your installation and test the Latch device.
How to set up a latch for a property?
Notify the property managers, and they can refer to 'Setting up Latch for your property' for more information. Handing off the Latch device to the property manager officially completes your project.
What is a latch keycard?
Latch Keycards are recommended for construction projects. They can be assigned to a particular person and programmed with access to specific or all doors on the site with Latch Manager.
What is the Latch Cloud?
Unlike a traditional mechanical lock, Latch devices need to be activated with the latest software and on-boarded to the Latch Cloud, the cloud-based management platform, which enables all smart features (e.g. smartphone, Doorcode, and Keycard unlock).
What is the purpose of the cutouts, wires, and locking hardware on a latch?
The cutouts, wires, and locking hardware will allow you to properly mount and test the Latch device.
What happens if you don't update the latch manager?
If you do not update to the latest Latch Manager app, you will receive a network error message when trying to upgrade the firmware of the Latch device.
How long does it take for a latch to expire?
Your access to the Latch device being installed expires after 24 hours of being activated with firmware. If you need access beyond 24 hours, the Latch Administrator will be able to provide the necessary credentials.
