For a secure hold, lift the handle, turn it a quarter-turn to close, and then push it down into the recess to create compression and minimize rattling from vibration. Also known as compression cam locks, these locks create a tighter hold than traditional cam locks, making them useful for doors that have a seal. The handle lays flat and out of the way in the recess, so you won’t bump into these locks or catch clothes on them. However, the locks project further into enclosures than other locks without a recess. Choose them if you need several locks that open with the same key.

These locks include multiple cams with an adjustable latching distance. They handle a wide range of latching distances, so they’re best for tasks when precise distances are unknown. Adjust the position of the cam before you begin to install them.

Aluminum locks are less corrosion resistant than stainless steel, but they are lighter in weight.

Stainless steel locks are more corrosion resistant than aluminum locks. They won’t rust in areas that are constantly exposed to moisture.

Fold the handle into the recess to stay out of the way when not in use. It lays flat so you won’t bump into these latches or catch clothes on them. The latches project further into enclosures than other latches without a recess. To open them, pull the handle. Also known as compression cam latches, they create a tighter hold than traditional cam latches, making them useful for doors that have a seal. Lift the handle and turn it a quarter- or half-turn to close, then push it down to create full compression and minimize rattling from vibration.

All of these latches include one or more cams with an adjustable latching distance. They handle a wide range of latching distances, so they’re best for tasks when precise distances are unknown. Adjust the position of the cam before you begin to install them.

Aluminum latches are lighter in weight then stainless steel latches, but not as corrosion resistant.

Use stainless steel latches in areas that are constantly exposed to moisture since they resist corrosion better than aluminum latches .

For Style B latches, the installation hole can be made with a round hole instead of the irregularly shaped standard cam hole. This is especially helpful if the material of the door is difficult to cut or part of an existing structure.

With a flat inset grip, the handle is recessed to stay out of the way. Select the turn direction of the latch when mounting the cam.