Latch Options
After a lot of searching and testing, It’s been narrowed down to 2 latch options.
Kevin M Rowland
Compression Latch
$90-set
$5-ea. key core
These latches fit directly in the regular latch holes and are a retrofittable option.
They are made entirely of stainless steel and operate as a compression latch.
These are my top of the line bomb poof latch. For the quality they are certainly worth it, but unfortunately each one of these (very nice) latches cost $45.
These are also now available with a full tumbler key lock, each lock core adds $5.
Cam Latch
$45-set
$5-ea. key core
The cam latches provide a secure hold comparable to the compression latches with the option of a full tumbler key core in a more cost effective package.
They are metal construction with a powder coated finish.
The compromise is that the other latch options provide a pull ring as an integral part of their function, but because of the cam function of these latches, the user has to be able to grip the tab to pull the lid open.
The operation is still relatively easy, below is a video that displays the latch function.
