5/8 Inch Chain Bolt

Spring-loaded chain bolt for gates, doors, etc. The chain bolt may be used on the top or bottom of the gate or door or on both the top and bottom (if two are purchased). Chain bolt provides a method of securing a gate or door in the open (or closed) position. For doors hung in a jamb with a header, consider using a Chain Bolt at the header, and a Cane Bolt at the bottom of the door. Using this application, gravity will hold the header chain in place, and the Cane Bolt is solid, so unlike chain, it will not sag or drape over the chain strap. The bolt is made of 5/8" square steel. It is spring-loaded loaded and it is beveled on the latching end. The bevel allows the bolt to automatically retract and then lock when the bolt hits the strike. The strike is also beveled to help the bolt retract. An 18" chain is attached. The chain is used to release the bolt from the strike, thereby freeing the gate or door. Dimensions of chain bolt: Throw of bolt is 7/8". Mounting plate measures 2" x 7-3/8". Projection is 3/4"