Blue Spot Tools Ironmongery 102mm Black Powder Coated Cabin Hook
MPN: 78040
Barcode: 5028734780406
Size: 102mm
Weight: 0.12kg
Colour: Black
Overview:
This 102mm cabin hook from Blue Spot Tools is built from carbon steel and finished with a black powder coat to guard against corrosion. It suits a range of permanent outdoor hardware installations where a secure hook-and-eye fastener is required.
The hook arrives with all necessary fixings included and is backed by a 5-year guarantee from Blue Spot Tools.
Key Features and Benefits
Carbon steel construction: Provides the structural strength needed for regular outdoor use on gates, fences, and shed doors.
Black powder coat finish: Seals the metal surface against moisture and air, protecting against corrosion during permanent outdoor installation.
Fixings included: All necessary screws are supplied, so installation can begin straight away without sourcing additional hardware.
Specs & Attributes
Typical Applications
How to Use
Choose a position: Decide where on the door or gate to mount the hook and eye, based on personal preference and access height.
Mark the eye: Hold the eye plate against the door frame and mark the screw positions with a pencil.
Fix the eye: Drive the supplied screws through the eye plate firmly into the door frame.
Mark the hook: Close the door or gate and mark where the hook plate must sit to align cleanly with the eye.
Fix the hook: Screw the hook plate to the door or gate leaf using the remaining supplied fixings.
Test the fit: Lift the hook arm into the eye to confirm it seats correctly and operates without obstruction.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the difference between a cabin hook and a hasp?
A cabin hook uses a hooked arm that drops into a fixed eye, providing a simple door or gate fastening. A hasp uses a slotted plate that fits over a loop, which can then be secured with a padlock, making it more suited to higher-security applications. For low-risk areas such as garden gates and shed doors, a cabin hook is the more practical choice.
What is carbon steel, and why is a protective finish needed for outdoor use?
Carbon steel is an iron alloy with added carbon, which gives it greater hardness and strength than mild steel. On its own, carbon steel can corrode when exposed to moisture. A powder coat finish applied over the surface blocks direct contact with water and air, making the combination well-suited to outdoor garden hardware.
What size cabin hook do I need for a garden gate or shed door?
Cabin hooks are available from around 100mm up to 600mm or more. For a standard garden gate or shed door, a 100-150mm hook is generally sufficient. Larger or heavier doors may benefit from a longer hook, which places the fixed eye further from the door face. What matters most is that the door or gate aligns squarely with the eye when closed.
Where does the name "cabin hook" come from?
The name originates from maritime use. Cabin hooks were fitted inside ship cabins to stop doors from swinging open and closed as the vessel pitched and rolled at sea. The term carried over into everyday building hardware and has remained in use ever since.
Summary
The Blue Spot Tools 102mm Black Powder Coated Cabin Hook is a carbon steel hook-and-eye fastener with a black powder coat finish for outdoor corrosion resistance. At 102mm, it fits garden gates, shed doors, and fence gates, and arrives with all necessary fixings included. It is backed by a 5-year guarantee from Blue Spot Tools.
| Data | |
| Reference Code | 78040 |
| Size | 102mm |
| Finish | Powder coated (Black) |
| Internal / External Use | External |
| Weight | 0.12kg |
| Material | Carbon steel |
| Guarantee | Blue Spot Tools 5-year guarantee from the date of purchase |
| Colour | Black |
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