Abstract: An aircraft latch is disclosed for latching to the preexisting latch pin of an aircraft assembly. The latch includes a trigger safety to block the trigger from accidentally being opened. A link trunion adds rigidity to the system and cooperates with the trigger safety to provide an anti-vibrating feature. A detent on the latch cooperates with the installation housing in which the latch pin is mounted to hold the latch handle in place when the latch is fully opened to prevent the aircraft doors in which the latch is mounted from being closed inadvertently while the latch is still unlatched.

Abstract: A draw latch includes a base member and a keeper secured to two panel members, a lever having two side flaps rotatably attached to the base member and having an actuator extended from one end, a cam member and a bracket rotatably attached to the side flaps of the lever. The bracket includes an end panel for threading to a catch which has a hook for engaging with the keeper. The cam member includes two side plates extended from a bottom plate and each having a horizontal surface for engaging with the bracket, to allow the actuator to actuate onto the cam member and then to actuate onto the bracket in a direction perpendicular to the bracket via the horizontal surfaces of the cam member.

Abstract: A double throw latch for a carrying case has a first elongated body, a first end of the body being pivotally mounted with one part of a carrying case. There is also a second elongated body that is pivotally mounted on the first elongated body. There is a first hook element on the first elongated body, and the first hook element is located towards a second end of the first elongated body. The first hook element is for engagement with a mating first formation on a second part of the carrying case. There is also an engaging element for engagement with a portion on the first elongated body. The area adjacent to where the second elongated body pivots with the first elongated body provides an inter-engaging surface or element for engagement with an opposite face on the first part of the case. After the second elongated body is toggled a predetermined amount from the closed position, the second elongated body engages the formation of the first elongated body.

Abstract: An over-centre latch (8) comprising a base plate (10) defining a plane of attachment (P), a pivotally mounted lever (16), and a claw (24) pivotally mounted to the lever, in use the claw operably engaging a catch plate in order to close the latch, wherein a safety catch, comprising a catch member (42) pivotably moveable to an engaged position about an axis that is generally orthogonal to the plane of attachment when the latch is closed, operably prevents opening of the latch when the catch member is in the engaged position.

Abstract: The invention concerns a device (16) for indicating incorrect closure of locking means consisting of a plurality of locking mechanisms (14) located between two fan cowlings (6) of an aircraft engine nacelle, the device including a body able to adopt, relative to the cowlings, a retracted position as well as a protruding position providing a warning of incorrect closure. According to the invention, the body of the device is able to cover at least partially at least two locking mechanisms (14) when it is in its retracted position, the retracted position being exclusively anthorised when each locking mechanism able to be at least partially covered by the body of the device is locked.

Abstract: A blowout latch is provided to latch a first panel to a second panel. The latch is coupled to the first panel and engaged with the second panel. The latch includes a biasing mechanism which is disengagable under pressure to move the first panel relative to the second panel. The latch may also be selectively disengaged with a lesser force than that required to overcome the biasing mechanism by bypassing the biasing mechanism. When manually disengaged, the latch maintains a biasing load on a bolt of the latch. A trigger of the latch is provided to bypass the biasing mechanism and disengage a roller assembly of the latch from the second panel.

Abstract: A latch mechanism for a vehicle, e.g., a snowmobile, includes a latch and a base. The latch is resiliently coupled to the base using a resilient member, for example, a ring-shaped member. The latch is movable, e.g., pivotable, between first and second stable positions. In the first stable position, the latch can be inserted through an aperture in the base, and in the second stable position, the latch can be moved or pivoted to secure the base with respect to the latch. The base may be attached to a cover member for an engine compartment of the vehicle. In the second stable position, a tab of the latch engages against a first engageable surface of the base, and portion of the latch opposite the tab includes a second engagement surface that cooperates with a second engageable surface provided on the base.

Abstract: A fastening device for a convertible top includes a front bow, a front window frame, a bracket disposed on one of the front bow and the front window frame, a first catch element assigned to the other of the front bow and the front window frame, and at least one second catch element. The first catch element is secured so as to be pivotable about a first axis, and is connectable to the bracket. The at least one second catch element is connectable to the bracket and pivotable about a second axis spaced apart from the first axis.

Abstract: In order to avoid an operator forgetting to actuate locking mechanism interposed between two elements, such as the pod cowls (12, 14) of an aircraft engine, when said elements are in the closed position, use is made of a closure fault indicator. Said indicator comprises retractable abutment members (42, 44) automatically maintaining the two elements spaced from one another in a visible manner, when said elements are moved from their open position into their closed position.

Abstract: A pivoting handle latch for attachment to a first member, such as a panel, to provide controlled actuation for facilitating attachment of the first member to a second member, such as a cabinet, the latch including a handle with a gripping portion, a based portion, a pawl member and and a first pin connecting the pawl member to the handle and extending through a slot provided in the base member to regulate the movement of the pawl when the handle is lifted from a closed horizontal position to a upright vertical position.

Abstract: The invention is concerned with a closure clamp, comprising a carrier element (1) provided with a bearing (2), and a clamping lever (3) pivotable thereto, wherein one end (31) thereof is connected to the bearing (2) while the second end thereof includes a handle (32). To that effect, a pivotally arranged clamping element (5) is disposed on the clamping lever (3) between the bearing (2) and the handle (32) to detachably connect a locking element (6) provided on the W side of the bearing (2) facing away from the handle, to the carrier element (1). Provision is made according to the invention that, for swivelling the clamping element (5), the same is provided, on the side facing the handle, with a hand-operated lever (7).

Abstract: A case lock is disclosed to include a fixed retaining member and a movable lock body assembly respectively fastened to the top and bottom cover shells of a case for locking the case. The movable lock body assembly includes a front cover, an actuating member pivoted to the front cover, a sliding retainer, a link pivoted between the actuating member and the sliding retainer and adapted to move the sliding retainer in an axial direction while the link is driven by the actuating member and moved along with said actuating member, and a back cover covered on the front cover and defining with the front cover a space in which the actuating member, the link and the sliding retainer are positioned.

Abstract: A locking device is to be mounted on a bed of a truck or within an ambulance to lock or fasten goods on the bed or a stretcher within the ambulance. The locking device includes a frame, an operating handle rotatably mounted on the frame, a link mechanism connected to the operating handle and having a recess defined therein, a hook connected to the operating handle via the link mechanism, and a locking pin slidable relative to the operating handle. The hook is locked by introducing the locking pin into the recess and is unlocked by moving the locking pin apart from the recess.

Abstract: A load binder with locking structure has a cradle portion defining two spaced arms and an actuating handle having a swinging component portion at a first end. A first pivotal connection is operatively connected to one end of the cradle between the two spaced arms and a second end of the actuating handle for relative swinging movement about a first pivotal axis between a load tightening position and a release position such that an intermediate portion of the handle is received between the two arms of the cradle. A second pivotal connection is operatively connecting a second tension element to the handle for relative pivotal movement about an axis offset from the first pivotal axis at a location to be overcenter with respect to the first axis when the handle is in a load tightening position. A locking pin has an elongated member with a first eccentric portion located near or on a first end.

Abstract: A draw latch for latching together two closure members having an open and a closed position and having a keeper, a base bracket, a housing, and a clevis, the keeper secured to one of the closure members, the a base bracket attached to the other of the closure members, the a housing having a first end and a second end, the first end of the housing pivotally and detachably connected to the keeper, the a clevis having a first and a second end, the first end of the clevis pivotally secured to the base bracket, and the second end of the clelvis pivotally secured to the second end of the housing; and the draw latch having secondary catches to secure the draw latch in the open and/or closed position.

Abstract: A detent system particularly suitable for pivotal automotive windows, but not limited to such use, wherein the components are molded of a synthetic material and wherein a first member pivotally supports a second member and the second member is pivotally positioned between detent maintained positions. The detent action is achieved by shaping and sizing the relative members such that deformation between the relative members occurs during relative rotation such that the changing resistance to relative rotation, because of the interlocking configuration of the members, a detent action is achieved.

Abstract: A service vehicle ladder lock for fastening a step or extension ladder to a conventional ladder rack running either along a side of the roof of the vehicle or across the top thereof. This ladder lock forms a rectangular framework for placement about the ladder and the ladder rack in close proximity to inhibit movement in any direction upon rapid starting or stopping. In the preferred configuration the ladder lock comprises three portions of narrow bent flat metal stock fastened together wherein the first and second portions are attached by a hinge to allow opening and closing; and the second and third portions are attached to each other. The free end of the first portion has a strike plate thereon for receiving the latch of a tension latch/lock assembly integrally mated to the free end of the third portion. This ladder lock optionally includes means for adjusting the frame width and/or height to insure a close fit around the ladder and the ladder frame to insure safety and security thereof.

Abstract: A locking power clamp assembly for repetitive use to uniformly and securely clamp a closure member over a container opening is disclosed. The clamp assembly includes a clamp arm member having a clamping contact surface. The clamping arm member has an elongated dimension and is capable of generally rotational movement such that when the clamp assembly is opened the clamp arm member will move in a generally perpendicular direction away from the plane of the closure member. The clamp arm member also moves in a radial direction away from the peripheral edge of the closure member. The clamp assembly further includes at least one frame member. The clamp assembly also includes at least two link arm members each being of a different length. The clamp assembly uses a fluid operated piston and cylinder assembly with the piston being connected to one of the link arm members. The clamp assembly is connected to the frame member.

Abstract: Disclosed is a keeper mechanism utilized with a latch having a hook. The keeper mechanism includes a housing, housing extension, clevis, adjusting nut, biasing spring, retaining ring, detent spring, indicator, and indicator spring. The housing includes exterior and interior surfaces, a mounting wall, and an adjustment slot adjacent the mounting wall. The mounting wall connects to one end of the housing and includes an opening. One end of the housing extension protrudes from the exterior surface of the housing while the other end includes an indicator opening. The clevis includes a clevis opening and clevis shaft which passes through the opening and extends inside the housing. The adjusting nut is threadably mounted to the clevis shaft and includes a plurality of grooves. One end of the biasing spring is adjacent the mounting wall while the other end interfaces the adjusting nut. The retaining ring connects to the interior surface of the housing between the adjustment slot and the housing extension.

Abstract: A pair of hold pieces 19, which elastically hold the two side edges 25 of an elastic securing member 21 for mounting a cover member 12 onto a housing 11 to thereby be able to position the shifting inclination position of the elastic securing member 21 provisionally at an arbitrary position, are disposed in either of the housing 11 or cover member 12 which supports the elastic securing member 21.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cinch-up latch for securing an aircraft panel to a keeper. The cinch-up latch includes a bracket, a handle, a trigger lock, a hook, and a linkage. The handle is moveable between a closed and an open position and includes a handle base plate. The trigger lock is pivotably mounted to the handle so that when the handle is in the closed position, the trigger lock engages the keeper. When the handle is in the open position, the trigger lock is disengaged from the keeper. The hook is rotatably mounted to the handle and is used for engaging the keeper. The linkage is rotatably mounted to the bracket, the handle, and the hook. The linkage has an over-center position which prevents the hook from disengaging the keeper when the handle is in the closed position. The trigger lock engages the linkage when the handle is in the closed position.

Abstract: Disclosed is a latch assembly including sensor for releasably engaging an aircraft panel to a keeper. The latch assembly includes a latch housing and a latch mounted in the latch housing. The latch includes a hook rotatably mounted to the latch housing, and a linkage, moveable into and out of a locked position, rotatably mounted to the latch housing and the hook. The latch also includes a sensor, moveable between a blocking and unblocking position, mounted to the hook. In the blocking position, the sensor prevents the linkage from moving to its locked position and the latch assembly from closing. In the unblocking position, the sensor is moved away from the linkage allowing the linkage to move to its locked position and the latch assembly to close.

Abstract: Disclosed is a latch for releasably engaging a keeper to secure two members, such as, aircraft cowlings, to one another. The latch includes a handle moveable between closed and open positions and a hook pivotally connected to the handle for engagement with the keeper. When the handle is in the closed position, the hook engages the keeper to secure the members. When the handle is in the open position, the hook is disengaged from the keeper and the members are no longer secured. The latch includes a sensor pivotally mounted to the handle. The sensor provides a visual indication, via the position of the handle, whether the hook has engaged the keeper. If the hook does not engage the keeper, the sensor prevents the handle from closing, providing a visual indication that the latch has not closed.

Abstract: A modular spacecraft construction having a simple spacecraft core structure (10) of cylindrical shape, spacecraft equipment modules (12) in the form of generally flat panels that are attached in a radial configuration about the core structure, and electronic sub-modules (16) secured to the faces of the spacecraft equipment modules. Hand-operated fasteners (14, 18) facilitate assembly of the modules (12) to the core structure (10) and of the electronic sub-modules (16) to the modules. Each spacecraft equipment module (12) is secured to the core structure (10) using multiple hook-type latches (14) that are hand-operated to secure the module to the core structure. Each sub-module (16) is secured to an equipment module (12) by fasteners (18) of a different type that are also hand-operated. These fasteners (18) have a one-way ratchet a mechanism that prevents their deliberate or inadvertent loosening.

Abstract: A conveying capsule for a pneumatic tube conveyor system is formed with a capsule body the open end face of which is closed with a lid. The lid is hinged on the capsule body about a transverse pin, and it has a lid closure on the side of its peripheral wall opposite from the hinge pin. The closure is formed with a closure hook that engages into a latching cutout formed in the capsule body. An actuating lever for the closure hook is articulated in a wall recess on the outside of the peripheral wall and the inward-pointing closure hook engages into the latching cutout which is open towards the outside. An annular seal is disposed between the lid and the capsule body. The seal is inserted into an annular groove formed in the end face of the peripheral wall of the lid or of the capsule body.

Abstract: A sterilization container for medical instruments includes a receptacle with a bottom wall and an open top, there being a multiplicity of vent openings in the bottom wall. The receptacle has a cover movable between a closed position wherein the cover closes the open top of the receptacle and an open position wherein the cover is positioned to allow access to the interior of the receptacle. A filter sheet is positioned in the receptacle so as to cover the bottom wall and the vent openings therein and the receptacle contains one or more trays for supporting medical instruments above the filter sheet. A perforated highly thermally conductive plate is positioned between the trays and the filter sheet so that when steam enters the container through the vent openings during steam sterilization, it heats the plate to a temperature sufficient to revaporize steam condensate collecting on the plate. The internal structure of the container is also disclosed.

Abstract: A latch is disclosed incorporating features allowing complete actuation i.e., engagement and disengagement of a latching hook on the side of the container from a latch handle on the face of the container thus allowing actuation of the latch hook even when the latch hook is itself inaccessible. The latch also features variability in the stroke of the hook and a design allowing its construction from plastic material.

Abstract: A draw latch for attaching one member to another, such as a first panel to a second panel, is unlatched and latched by lifting the latch handle in one direction or the other about a pivot axis, which actuates a pawl member which is pivoted to engage and secure a first catch of a keeper, the handle being pivoted to be secured on a second catch of a keeper, with the pawl being latched against a spring bias provided by a keeper member. The handle is securable by a lock which locks the handle to the second catch to prevent release of the pawl from engagement with the first catch.

Abstract: A latching system for an automotive vehicle convertible roof employs a slide having a camming surface which is operably movable in a generally linear direction for moving a cam follower which, in turn, causes a linkage mechanism to pivot a latch. In a further aspect of the present invention, a centrally mounted actuator operably drives a pair of linear slides in a generally cross-car direction for operating a pair of hook-like latches.

Abstract: A latch assembly of the present invention comprises a link member and a latch body. The latch assembly is adapted for use with a storage container having a container body and a container lid connected to the container body. The container lid is connected to the container body in a manner to permit movement of the lid between open and closed positions relative to the container body. The link member is moveably connected to the container body. The latch body includes at least one lug and at least one retaining arm. The lug is integral with the latch body and has a lug recess adapted for receiving a first portion of the link member in a manner to permit pivoting movement of the link member relative to the lug. The retainer arm is integral with the latch body and is adapted for engaging the link member in a manner to prevent the link member from being released from the lug recess. The latch assembly is adapted for movement relative to the container body between a locked position and an unlocked position.

Abstract: A draw latch for latching together two closure member having an open and a closed position and having a keeper, a base bracket, a housing, and a clevis, the keeper secured to one of the closure members, the base bracket attached to the other of the closure members, the housing having a first end and a second end, the first end of the housing pivotally and detachably connected to the keeper, the clevis having a first and a second end, the first end of the clevis pivotally secured to the base bracket, and the second end of the clevis pivotally secured to the second end of the housing; and the draw latch having secondary catches to secure the draw latch in the open and/or closed position.

Abstract: A drawbolt for luggage cases or the like comprises a base plate, an actuating lever, and a U-shaped latch member. The actuating lever is pivotally connected to the base plate for movement between a latched position and an unlatched position. A U-shaped link connects the actuating lever and the arms of the U-shaped latch member. The U-shaped link has arms formed as plates that are received in pockets at the sides of the actuating member. The actuating lever has a back cover with a cavity that receives the cross-bar of the U-shaped link, and the base plate has a recess that receives the cavity when the actuating lever is in the latched position. A lock bolt is supported on the actuating lever for movement parallel to the opposite sides of the actuating lever and enters an eccentric bolt socket on the base plate to lock the actuating lever in the latched position. Rivet holes are provided through the base plate and are covered by the actuating lever in the latched position.

Abstract: Latch arrangements for mounting on a first housing section to secure the first housing section to a second housing section are provided. The arrangements are particularly well adapted for utilization with air cleaner housings. Several designs described comprise bent wire arrangements having a first handle segment formed from a single piece of bent wire, and a latch or hook segment formed from a second piece of bent wire. Preferred configurations for utilization with plastic housing sections, are provided. An alternate latch arrangement, comprising a single molded latch member, is also provided.

Abstract: An extended reach latch for an engine cowling and the like, including a housing having a housing slot, a hook pin carried in the housing, a hook having a hook slot, with the hook pin in the hook slot for sliding of the hook relative to the housing, first, second and third links, a first link pin joining the hook and the first link and sliding in the housing slot, a second link pin joining the first and second links, a third link pin joining the second and third links, with the third link pivoting on the hook pin, an outer handle pivotally mounted on the first link pin for movement between an open position and a closed position, and having an outer handle slot for the second link pin, and an inner handle pivotally mounted on the first link pin for movement between an open position and a closed position, and having an inner handle slot for the third link pin, with movement of the inner handle from its open position to its closed position moving the hook into the housing a first distance, and with movement of th

Abstract: A latch for a sliding door of a truck or the like comprises a housing, a latch bar mounted to the housing for pivotal movement and spring means biasing the latch bar towards a latched position. An outboard cam is rotatably mounted to the housing for camming engagement with the latch bar. An outside handle is mounted to the outboard cam. An inboard cam is rotatably mounted to the housing for camming engagement with the latch bar and an inside handle is mounted to the inboard cam. A lock slide is mounted for manual movement into and out of locking engagement with the outboard cam. A mechanism is also included for moving the lock slide when positioned in the locking position out of the locking position in response to pivotal movement of the latch bar.

Abstract: An apparatus for opening and detaching a panel has a rotating plate rotatively installed in an escutcheon of a car audio. The rotating plate is secured to the escutcheon by fastening the fastened protrusion of the rotating plate with a locking portion installed in an upper side of one side of a rear face of the escutcheon. A detaching portion is secured to one side of the rear face of the rotating plate. A panel is secured to the rotating plate by fastening the rear face of the panel with the detaching portion. When the rotating plate is released from the escutcheon, an elastic portion secured to the lower one side of the rotating plate elastically opens the rotating plate. A speed reducing portion secured between the escutcheon and the rotating plate reduces the rotating speed of the rotating plate.

Abstract: A latch is provided for holding a pair of case parts together, of a type that includes a frame (40) having a dish (42) that can mount in a hole of a first case part and a hasp (20) that can engage a strike (16) on the other case part. A slide (70) that can slide vertically on a bracket fixed to the dish, carries a bolt (30) that can be turned to move the slide up and down. The hasp has a first has end (22) pivotally mounted on the upper end of the slide and having a free second hasp end (24) for engaging the strike. The slide (70) is of sheet metal, with opposite slide sides (131, 132) that are bent around edges (60, 62) of a strip-shaped bracket (50) that extends vertically.

Abstract: A latch comprises a support block which, in use, is attached to a first member, and a strike block which, in use, is attached to a second member. A first lever is attached to the support block and shaped to engage with the strike block when the first and second members come into contact. A link member is pivotally attached to the support block. A second lever is pivotally attached to the link member and is shaped to engage with the strike block, with a third lever, pivotally attached to the link member and engageable with the support block, to retain the latch in a latched position. Biasing means biases the third lever into engagement with the support block when the second lever is in its engaged position.

Abstract: A latch mechanism for furniture parts such as extension tables and leaves. The mechanism aligns the furniture parts horizontally and vertically and is selectively lockable for preventing disengagement. A strike member including a pair of fingers is attachable to one of the furniture parts. A lock member is attachable to the other furniture part and forms a pair of apertures between the lock member and furniture part. The strike member fingers are received within the respective lock member apertures and a lock mechanism selectively detachably attaches the strike member and lock member together.

Abstract: A latch assembly is provided. In the assembly: base-end portions of an operating lever 3 are connected to bearing-plate portions 2 of a base plate 1 through a first pivot 4; base-end portions of a latch arm 5 are connected to intermediate portions of the operating lever 3 through a second pivot 6; and extension-plate portions 12 of a lock plate 11, which are mounted in slots 13 of guide-plate portions 10 of the base plate 1 in insertion manner, are engaged with locking notches 21 of locking-plate portions 20 of a socket plate 19 fixed to the operating lever 3 and slidably urged by a compression coil spring 18 so as to be held in such engagement, whereby the operating lever 3 is locked to the base plate 1.

Abstract: A handle operated, heavy duty, toggle type draw latch is mountable on one of two members and is operable to selectively engage and disengage a latch-engageable formation connected to the other of the two members. The latch includes a complexly configured operating handle that is pivotally connected near one end to a mounting base for movement relative to the base between closed and open positions, that provides a hand grip near its opposite end, and that, at locations between its opposite ends pivotally mounts a drawbar for movement between extended and retracted positions, and defines not only a plurality of stops but also a catch-engageable formation. One stop engages the base when the handle is closed. Another stop engages the base when the handle is fully open. Still another stop engages the drawbar when the drawbar is retracted. When the handle is open, the drawbar can be pivoted into and out of extended positions for selectively embracing the latch-engageable formation.

Abstract: The present invention provides a lever latch for securing a door panel of a cabinet or the like in a closed position relative to the frame. The lever latch is installed within an aperture formed in the door, and releasably retains the door against the frame when the door and the frame are latched together. The lever latch includes a housing for mounting in the door, a handle assembly which is pivotally attached to the housing, and rotatable between an opened and closed position, and a fastening means. The fastening means retains the door, when the door is closed against the frame, by engaging the frame as the handle assembly is rotated to the closed position. The housing, handle assembly and fastening means form a integral solid structure for preventing the passage of matter through the latch itself.

Abstract: A latch assembly is provided.

Abstract: A draw latch assembly is formed of three major components including a base member and a latch or bail member interconnected by a link member. The link member and the base member are capable of being pivotally connected in either of two positions rotated 180.degree. from each other so that the reach of the bail member can selectively be either of two different lengths.

Abstract: A hook latch mechanism for joining two members of an engine cowl or the like, with the hook latch mechanism carried on one member on a mounting bolt and a keeper carried on the other member, and with a keeper engaging hook spaced from the handle.

Abstract: A latch assembly (90) is disclosed having structure for controlling (76) and restricting (70) the rotation of a bolt (48) carrying arm (36). The structure facilitates securement together of first and second members, e.g., an equipment case lid (22) and body (24), by preventing inadvertent abutment between the bolt and a latch striker plate (32). The structure also reduces the hazard of an uncontrolled arm.

Abstract: A paper feed roller (5) is divided into a first roller (5a) and a second roller (5b); a slit (58) through which about 10 to 20 sheets of documents can pass is formed between the first roller and a gate plate (57) opposite to this; and the paper fed out therefrom is fed out to a space between the second roller (5b) and a separation pad (7) in contact with this.Also, there is adopted a construction in which the pressing force of a paper conveyance spring is transformed by a slide cam sliding in a direction parallel to the paper feed roller; and the paper width detection sensor is assembled by a fitting construction.

Abstract: A toggle catch for the closing of first and second housing parts of intake air filters for machines which take in air has a toggle lever which pivotally engages in a bearing opening of an abutment, and a hook part. This hook part is pivotally fixed on the toggle lever. The hook part reaches over a projection of the first housing part. A spring band element is provided that has an end-face ear forming the abutment. The spring band element has a hook-shaped end that is engageable in a form-locking manner in a recess of the second housing part.

Abstract: A draw latch includes a handle assembly comprising a base, a lever and a catch. The handle assembly is mounted on a first panel and is adapted for fastening a keeper mounted on a second panel. When the latch is fastened, the catch engages the keeper which operates to draw the panels together. When the latch is unfastened, rotation of the lever provides corresponding rotation or "kick-out" of the catch from engagement with the keeper.

Abstract: A toggle fastener as a hasp lever 22 pivoted on a first axis on mounting plate 10, and pivotally mounting bail 24 28 on a second axis 30. The bail is to engage in jaw 26 in keeper 14 and when the plate 10, bail 24 and lever 22 are all substantially parallel, which is the secured position of the fastener and lugs 32 provided on the hasp 22 lie closely adjacent to the bail between axis 30 and the axis of the keeper engaged end, and serve to prevent or limit pivotal movement of the bail about either end. This enables the fastener to be used to secure panels in place.