Cam locks go modular

May 24, 2007
Companies making cabinets and enclosures often look for flexibility and versatility when choosing locks for their products.

To meet this demand, engineers at Southco, Concordville, Pa. (southco.com), developed the CM line of cam locks. The removable-core design gives OEMs a range of options to choose from and lets them mix and match interchangeable housings to satisfy their customers' needs.

Access, for example, can be though wing-grip hand latches, keys, or Phillips, slotted or hex tools. Sealed-cam versions meet NEMA-4 and IP66 standards. Locks can rotate clockwise or counterclockwise, with 90 or 180° cam rotations. Mounting options include nuts for metal doors, spring clips for fast assembly, nuts with washers for outdoor applications, and nuts with prong washers that clinch into low-density materials. Locks can also be overmolded or reversible and have custom logos.

Sizes range from 1.6 to 57.2 mm (0.63 to 2.25 in.). Mini-sizes work with grips as small as 21.5 mm (0.85-in. tall) with just 14.9-mm (0.59-in.) diameter flange exposure on the front panel and as little as 16.4-mm (0.65-in.) cam protrusion from centerline. Locks handle up to 180-N ultimate loads; with the mini-sized locks handling 160 N.

Sponsored Recommendations

NEW Low Profile, Ultra Compact Power Supplies

March 13, 2024
Learn more HERE about Altech's Power supplies!

Altech's Liquid Tight Strain Relifs Catalog

March 13, 2024
With experienced Product Engineers and Customer Service personnel, Altech provides solutions to your most pressing application challenges. All with one thought in mind - to ensure...

Industrial Straight-Through Cable Gland

March 13, 2024
Learn more about Altech's cable glands and all they have to offer for your needs!

All-In-One DC-UPS Power Solutions

March 13, 2024
Introducing the All-In-One DC-UPS, a versatile solution combining multiple functionalities in a single device. Serving as a power supply, battery charger, battery care module,...

Voice your opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of Machine Design, create an account today!