Latch Collar

Description

These latch collars will hold a cylindrical latch within the door, so it does not fall out of the lock chassis.  This was created for a job where UNIT locks were removed and cylindrical locks were installed (with a wrap plate).  An issue was discovered where if the latch screws became loose, the latch could swing out of the lock chassis. This would prevent both handles from working and could allow people to get locked in (and out).

The design of this block has two dimensions: 1) 1-3/4″; 2) 1-1/2″.   Installing this on a latch is easy (no tools needed) and there is a friction fit so it wont rattle around inside the door.