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Are you looking to buy a swing handle? Swing handles offer a convenient latching solution for doors, cabinets, toolboxes, control panels and other surfaces. As their name suggests, they are designed to swing open. Pulling and turning a swing handle will open the surface in which it’s installed. While most swing handles use a similar method of operation, however, they are available in different types.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lock Type<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You should consider the lock type when choosing a swing handle. Some swing handles feature a built-in lock that requires a key to open. Other swing handles require the use of a padlock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Swing handles with a built-in lock typically come with a key. You can lock or unlock them using this key. Those that require a padlock, on the other hand, feature a metal shackle. After closing them, you can place a padlock through this metal shackle to lock the swing handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lock Body Material<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In addition to the lock type, you should consider the lock body material when choosing a swing handle. Some of the most common materials in which lock bodies are made include stainless steel and die-cast zinc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both stainless steel and die-cast zinc swing handles are strong. Stainless steel is an iron alloy with a relatively high chromium content. Die-cast zinc, in comparison, is zinc that’s smelted and poured into a pressurized mold cavity. While there are nuances between them, stainless steel and die-cast zinc both make excellent materials for swing handle lock bodies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Color<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Swing handles are available in different colors. Among the most popular colors in which they are made include black and chrome. Black swing handles feature a sleek and modern appearance that integrates easily with other black objects and devices. With that said, many people prefer the timeless appearance of chrome swing handles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Single vs Multi-Point Latching Points<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Not all swing handles have a single latching point. You can find swing handles with multiple latching points as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Swing handles are essentially latching devices with a handle. They are typically installed flush with the surface of a door or object. Once installed, they will leverage a latching mechanism to keep the door or object closed. While some swing handles have a single latching point, though, others have two or more latching points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Electronic vs Mechanical<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You might be surprised to learn that there are electronic swing handles available. They still feature moving parts — just like mechanical swing handles — but electronic swing handles feature software-controlled locking.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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