T-Handle Latch - Stainless Steel

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• Polar T-Handle Latch # PLR5730 Depth from Mounting Flange
  I attached a picture that has all of the depth dimensions for the Polar T-Handle Latch # PLR5730 that you referenced.
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• Length of Rods on Polar T-Handle Latch # PLR5730
  The two rods on the Polar T-Handle Latch # PLR5730 are each 48 inches long. When locked the assembly will have an overall length of 97-3/4 inches long and when unlocked the overall length is 96 inches. The ends of each rod are circular.
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• Do Polar and Redline T-Handle Latches Have Same Body Dimensions
  Yes, the Polar T-Handle Latch # PLR5730 has the same body dimensions as the Redline T-Handle Latch # L4080 so you can use one in the place of the other. They will fit the same cutout.
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• Do T-Handle Latches Come Keyed Alike
  I reached out to a representative of Polar Hardware who told me that the T-Handle Latch # PLR5730 uses the same key so if you get four latches yes, they will all be keyed alike.
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• Does T-Handle Latch PLR5730 Come with Rods
  Yes, the T-Handle Latch part # PLR5710 that you referenced does come with rods that attach to the door and pull in on the door releases as the latch is turned. I attached a picture that shows a similar latch and the rods it comes with to show you what I mean.
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• Contact Points for Polar T-Handle Latch
  The Polar T-Handle Latch # PLR5730 that you referenced does just feature the two arms as contact points with the door jamb. You could potentially fabricate something for the back of the unit to engage with the jamb as well but there is not a short arm on the latch for this purpose. We do have deadbolt type locks that feature a 3-point design like the Polar # PLR7011S that you might be interested in.
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• Does the T-Handle Latch Part # PLR5730 Come with a Gasket
  The T-Handle Latch part # PLR5730 does not come with a gasket. However, if you need protection from the elements then you can make one yourself with the Loctite RTV 598 High-Performance Silicone Gasket Maker part # LT37467. You can also get a "make your own gasket" kit from most local automotive stores. If you use the latch to trace an outline onto the make your own gasket then you could get exactly what you need for just a little time an effort. The make your own gaskets kits come in foam,...
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• Dimensions for Mounting Holes on Polar T-Handle Latch
  The T-Handle Latch - Stainless Steel # PLR5730 has holes 3-3/4 inches on center horizontally and 3-1/4 inches on center vertically. I've attached a photo to assist. The # L4080 has the same dimensions.
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• How Long is T-Handle Latch PLR5730 When Locked and Unlocked
  The measurements of the T-Handle Latch # PLR5730 you referred to are correct. The assembly measures 97-3/4 inches long when it is locked, and measures 96 inches long when it is unlocked.
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• What Size Hole is Latch # PLR5730 Designed to Fit
  The hole or cutout size that the latch part # PLR5730 is designed to fit is 2-3/4 inch by 3-3/4 inch.
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