Fittings included – Screws

Size – 57mm

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Gate auto catch, available in Galvanised and Black, ideal for small gates.

Fittings included – Screws

Size – 6″

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Overview

Traditional ring latches and thumb-operated ironmongery require deliberate, two-step alignment to close properly. If you are rushing through a side path or carrying garden tools, it is easy to leave a gate unlatched, leaving your property exposed. The Gatemate Kenham Automatic Gate Latch simplifies property security. By integrating an industrial-grade spring arm inside a compact housing, this catch automatically captures your moving gate leaf, keeping pets and children securely contained.

Manufactured from heavy-forged structural steel, this trade-trusted fitting mounts cleanly onto the interior face of your gate frame. It is the perfect, low-maintenance hardware solution for homeowners who want reliable perimeter containment without compromising on simple, everyday operation.

Key Features

• Snag-Free Compression Catch: The spring-loaded arm glides over the strike receiver smoothly, dramatically reducing the rattle and vibration common with heavy gravity-drop latches.

• Low-Profile Surface Mounting: Eliminates the need to cut mortise slots or drill deep spindle holes through your wood stiles, preserving the structural integrity of your gate.

• Anti-Bleed Corrosion Wash: Advanced galvanised finish stops unsightly orange rust lines from running down and permanently staining your pressure-treated timber panels.

• Internal Lock Adaptability: When mounted to a perimeter side door or alley entry, it creates an efficient system that allows the gate to be securely bolted or padlocked from the inside while retaining easy push-to-shut utility.

Technical Specifications

Installation & Environmental Tip

Pro Tip: Mount the primary spring housing onto the internal frame rail of the moving gate leaf, and line up the strike catcher plate directly opposite on the fixed fence post. For flawless automatic operation, ensure your gate hinges are plumb using a spirit level so the gate swings straight.

Please Note: While Kenham catches are trade favorites for residential walkways and picket fencing, they are compact mechanisms. If your gate leaf is wider than 1m or highly exposed to intense, sweeping winds, we recommend pairing this catch with a heavy-duty tower bolt or drop bolt to help distribute seasonal wind pressure.

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Overview

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.

Key Features

• 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.

Technical Specifications

Installation Tip

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.

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Overview

The Field Gate Self Locking Latch (also widely known as a field gate auto-catch) is the industry standard for securing perimeter boundaries, pastures, and rural driveways. Standard latches can easily be left open or nudged loose by intelligent livestock. This self-locking mechanism eliminates human error—whether the gate is closed by hand, caught by a strong gust of wind, or paired with a gate closer, it automatically captures and locks the striker bar within its reinforced steel housing.

Forged from industrial-grade structural steel, the entire assembly is built to absorb repetitive slamming impacts from heavy timber gates without bending, twisting, or losing its mechanical alignment.

Key Features

• Heavy-Duty Striker Ring: The oversized, solid steel strike assembly mounts securely to the gate frame, distributing impact forces evenly to protect the woodwork.

• Foolproof Gravity Drop: Designed without delicate internal springs that can clog with mud or snap over time, relying instead on a completely reliable weighted gravity catch.

• All-Weather Corrosion Shield: Heavily hot-dipped galvanised to stop rust in its tracks, preventing unsightly orange bleeding from staining your treated timber.

• Animal-Safe Design: The compact, flush-fitting profile keeps the release mechanism tucked closely to the post, preventing horses, cattle, or sheep from accidentally rubbing it open.

Technical Specifications

Installation Tip

Pro Tip: Mount the heavy catch housing onto the main receiving gate post first, then line up the striker bar assembly on the gate leaf. Leave a 5mm clearance gap between the striker and the bottom throat of the catch. This minor buffer ensures that if your heavy timber posts shift slightly due to winter mud or summer ground compression, the striker will still guide itself smoothly into the lock.

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