Blue Spot Tools Ironmongery 55mm x 65mm Zinc Plated Heavy Duty Staple on Plate 78066

Blue Spot Tools Ironmongery 55mm x 65mm Zinc Plated Heavy Duty Staple on Plate

MPN: 78066

Barcode: 5028734780666

Size: 55mm x 65mm

Weight: 0.17kg

Overview:

This heavy duty staple on plate from Bluespot Tools is manufactured from carbon steel with a zinc plated finish. The plate mounts to a timber surface and provides a fixed loop for attaching padlocks, chains, or hasps. All necessary fixings are included.

Designed for permanent outdoor installations on wooden gates, fences, and shed doors. The carbon steel construction creates a solid anchor point for securing access to outdoor structures and storage areas.

Key Features and Benefits

• Carbon Steel Construction: Provides a firm, load-bearing anchor point capable of holding padlocks and chains securely.
• Zinc Plated Finish: Protects the steel against rust and corrosion when fitted in exposed outdoor positions.
• Pre-Drilled Mounting Plate: Ready to fix straight away - no additional drilling of the plate required.
• Fixings Included: Comes supplied with all the fittings needed to complete the installation.
• Permanent Outdoor Use: Built for static, long-term fitting rather than temporary or removable applications.
• 5-Year Guarantee: Covered by the Bluespot Tools manufacturer guarantee.

Specs & Attributes

• Size: 55mm x 65mm
• Weight: 0.17kg
• Material: Carbon steel
• Finish: Zinc plated

Typical Applications

• Securing wooden garden gates with a padlock
• Fitting a hasp to shed doors
• Providing a chain anchor point on timber fence posts
• Locking access points on outbuildings
• Padlock anchor on field or farm gates
• Restricting entry to fenced or gated areas

How to Use

• Position the plate: Hold the plate against the timber surface and check it aligns with the corresponding hasp or chain.

• Mark the fixing points: Use a pencil or bradawl to mark each screw hole position on the timber.

• Pre-drill pilot holes: Drill a pilot hole at each marked point to avoid splitting the timber.

• Secure the plate: Fix the plate firmly to the timber using the supplied fittings.

• Attach your hardware: Pass a padlock shackle or chain link through the staple loop to complete the installation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is a staple on plate?
  A staple on plate is a U-shaped metal loop welded to a flat mounting plate. It screws to a timber surface and acts as a fixed anchor point for a padlock, chain, or hasp.

• What is the difference between a staple on plate and a hasp and staple?
  A staple on plate is the receiving component - the fixed loop. A hasp and staple set combines a hinged arm (the hasp) with the staple plate, forming a complete locking system when used together.

• Can a staple on plate be used outdoors?
  Yes. This staple on plate carries a zinc plated finish, which provides protection against rust and weathering. It is suited to permanent outdoor timber installations such as gates and shed doors.

• What size padlock fits a staple on plate?
  The padlock shackle diameter must be smaller than the internal diameter of the staple loop. Always check the loop dimensions against the shackle size of your chosen padlock before buying.

• What is the difference between zinc plated and galvanised steel?
  Zinc plating deposits a thin zinc layer via electroplating, offering moderate corrosion protection. Hot-dip galvanising applies a thicker zinc coating, which gives greater protection in more exposed or marine environments.

Summary

The Bluespot Tools 78066 is a 55mm x 65mm heavy duty staple on plate, manufactured from carbon steel with a zinc plated finish. It provides a fixed anchor point for padlocks, chains, and hasps on wooden gates, shed doors, and fenced areas. All fixings are included, and the product carries a 5-year manufacturer guarantee.