Bargain prices thanks to the hybrid design

The hybrid design is not only in demand in the automotive sector, as the latest EMKA development shows. What differentiates this hybrid compression latch differs from the conventional version, in particular, is its housing, which is made of aluminium. All other components are identical and made of stainless steel, hence the designation “hybrid”. Due to its compact design and high weather resistance, this locking mechanism solution can be used in many areas, e.g. in wind power plants, tunnel construction, traffic facilities, and the railway sector. The compression latch uses the same hole pattern as the 1000 models. The latch is corrosion-resistant and features excellent shock and vibration resistance. Last but not least, it is fireproof compliant with DIN EN 45545-3 E20.

Thorsten Kuhnke, Head of Design Department, Development & Innovation at EMKA, explains: “With the hybrid compression latch we can offer an inexpensive alternative to an all stainless-steel product – also for areas with fire protection requirements E20 or E15. The weight saving of up to 30% resulting from the hybrid design can be particularly advantageous for applications in the transport sector”.

The areas of application of the hybrid compression latch and comparable stainless-steel variants are identical. Where the emphasis is on shock and vibration resistance as well as compression at the closure point, the hybrid compression latch can be used without restrictions.

Product advantages at a glance

• Material of housing: hard anodised aluminium
• Housing colour: technical anodising nature
• Material inside, hexagon head screw and nut made of AISI 316
• Weight saving approx. 30 %
• Fire protection test compliant with DIN EN 45545-3 E20
• Successfully tested over 10,000 cycles (approx. 120 N load)