- Horizontal mortice latch.
- Supplied with PVD brass forend and strike plates.
- Architectural quality.
- Large style lock case – 127mm (5 inches) or 152mm (6 inches) deep.
- Traditional horizontal style is ideal for mortice knobs as it places the knobs far away from the door frame.
- For use on doors that require door handles but do not need to be locked (latched only).
- Horizontal latches were a traditional lock often found in period properties.
- Bolt through lock (38mm bolt holes) to suit bolt together handles and mortice knobs.
Operation
- Latch is withdrawn via a mortice door knob or lever handle from either side of the door (handles sold separately).
- Two way action allows un-sprung door knobs to be turned either way to withdraw the latch mechanism and open the door.
FeaturesÂ
- Light to medium weight springing makes this lock ideal for use with door knobs.
- Two way action allows door knobs to be turned in both directions.
- Solid brass guided latch.
- Bolt through facility for bolt together fixing lever handles and accessories at 38mm centres.
- 8mm x 8mm spindle follower (to suit standard UK size spindles).
- Latch can be reversed on site.
- Reversible frame mounted strike plate.
- Suitable for use on internal doors in residential or light commercial buildings.
Finish
- PVD brass.
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Alternative Finishes Available
- Satin stainless steel.
- Polished stainless steel.
Dimensions

- 40748.1Â – 127mm (5 inch)
- 40748.2Â – 152mm (6 inch)
| Â |
40748.1 |
40748.2 |
Dimension On Diagram |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Case Depth |
127mm |
152mm |
A |
| Backset (Distance To Centre Of Spindle Hole) |
101mm |
127mm |
B |
| Case Height |
70mm |
70mm |
N/A |
| Forend – Height x Width |
120mm x 25mm |
120mm x 25mm |
N/A |
| Strike Plate – Height x Width |
58mm x 25mm |
58mm x 25mm |
N/A |
Options Available To Order
- Intumescent sheets and lock case liners are available. Please see our intumescent fire rated products category for details.
Rebate Kit For Double Rebated Doors
- 40832.1Â – 13mm PVD brass rebate kit for use with the horizontal mortice locks.
Unit Of Sale
- Each – (1 x latch case supplied with forend and strike plate).








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