End latches: features and tips for choosing

End latches are the necessary means for securing doors. Despite the fact that there are a large number of new and modern devices on the market today, this traditional design is still very popular with craftsmen. Usually, the end bolt for metal doors acts as a latch, preventing it from opening spontaneously. It is also important to note that this device will be useful both to apartment owners and to those who own a dacha or a country house. In addition, with the help of this tool, any auxiliary premises (storerooms, warehouses) can be protected from the invasion of unwanted guests. Read about the features of various models of end latches in our material.

Espagnolette is a special latch for a door. There are many types of these devices:

• mortise;
• built-in;
• waybills;
• open;
• closed.

First of all, you need to focus on the type of your door:

• metal;
• plastic;
• bivalve.

So, when choosing for a double-leaf door, it is necessary to be guided by such indicators as conditions of use and functionality, control method, size and shape, modification and geometric parameters. To install a latch on a metal door, you should not choose an end-type latch - it will have rather little functionality. Each of these models has an individual design type.

The door mortise end bolt is not the only option for this type of device. There are other models of this type of product.

• Overlay gate valve. This design consists of two components, one of which is attached directly to the door frame, and the other to the sash.
• Devices requiring installation. These elements are installed along the entire height of the door, respectively, they can be opened both from above and from below (which is important for people of short stature and children).
• If we talk directly about the end bolt, then it should be noted that it cuts into the direct structure of the door. It should also be said that the most popular model of the end bolt is its mortise version. It is suitable for multiple uses and is usually about 4 centimeters long.
• As for more modern and technologically advanced models, in recent years, radio-controlled devices have become widespread. Usually, this technology can significantly increase the safety of the structure. This model, like many others, is bumped into the door. Moreover, this can be done in any convenient place (this is possible due to the fact that the device is controlled over the network).

In addition to the direct design of the latch, there are differences in the material from which the latch can be made. So, most often brass is used for these purposes, as well as galvanized or stainless steel. As you can see, there is a wide variety of latches. The exact choice depends on the surface of the door on which you are going to install the latch.

In the video below, you can clearly see how to install the bolt yourself.