Wooden Gates For Bucks, Berks, Herts & Oxon
Ensure your gates close securely behind you every single time with the Gatemate Self Locking Galvanised Gate Catch. Combining a heavy-duty gravity-assisted mechanism with auto-latching technology, this trade-trusted slam catch automatically locks your timber gate into place the moment it swings shut. It is the perfect, hassle-free security solution for busy walkways, pet enclosures, and residential garden boundaries.
Automatic Hands-Free Locking: Simply push or swing the gate shut—the weighted gravity striker snaps securely into the housing instantly.
Padlock Compatible: Integrated padlock loop allows you to add an extra layer of security to lock down your boundary when away (padlock sold separately).
Hot-Dipped Galvanised Shield: Marine-grade zinc coating provides exceptional resistance against rust, salt air, and relentless British downpours.
Universal Reversible Design: Engineered to mount easily on both left-hand and right-hand opening timber gates and posts.
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£17.45 + VAT
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The Gatemate Self Locking Galvanised Gate Catch (commonly known as an auto-catch or gravity latch) is an essential hardware choice for properties requiring reliable containment. Standard slide bolts require you to manually align and lock them, which is easily forgotten. This self-locking latch solves that risk completely—whether pushed closed by you, an optional gate closer, or a strong gust of wind, the gate captures itself safely within the reinforced frame.
Forged from thick-gauge structural steel, this catch is robust enough to handle the repetitive daily slamming impacts of heavy wooden gates without twisting, bending, or failing.
Reinforced Strike Bar: The thick, solid steel striker rod resists heavy impacts and distributes physical stress evenly into the gate frame.
Reliable Gravity-Drop Core: Free from delicate internal springs that can rust or snap, this latch relies on a simple, foolproof weighted gravity block to drop over the striker.
Ultimate Weatherproofing: The hot-dipped galvanised finish prevents ugly rust bleeding, ensuring your premium treated timber gates remain stain-free for years.
Padlock Loop Integration: Features a pre-drilled hole through the catch housing, allowing you to quickly slip a padlock through to restrict entry completely.
| Attribute | Specification |
| Brand | Gatemate |
| Product Type | Self Locking Gate Catch / Auto-Catch |
| Material | Heavy-Duty Forged Structural Steel |
| Finish | Marine-Grade Hot-Dipped Galvanised Zinc |
| Operation Type | Automatic Gravity Slam Latch |
| Lockable | Yes (Via padlock loop, padlock sold separately) |
| Suitability | Garden Gates, Side Pedestrian Entries, Field & Alleyway Gates |
| Fixings Included | Yes (Includes heavy-duty, rust-resistant mounting screws) |
Pro Tip: For a perfectly smooth action, mount the main catch housing onto your fence post first, then align the striker bar on the swinging gate leaf. Leave a 5mm clearance between the striker arm and the bottom of the catch throat. This tiny buffer allows the gate to slide in and latch cleanly even if the timber naturally swells during damp winter months or sags slightly over time.
| Weight | 1.05 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 22 × 15 × 5 cm |
| Latch Type | Catch |
| 5 star | 100% | |
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