Blue Spot Tools Ironmongery 200mm Black Powder Coated Brenton Bolt 78012

Blue Spot Tools Ironmongery 200mm Black Powder Coated Brenton Bolt

MPN: 78012

Barcode: 5028734780123

Size: 200mm

Weight: 0.48kg

Colour: Black (Powder Coat)

Overview:

The Blue Spot Tools 200mm ironmongery padbolt is pressed from carbon steel and finished in black powder coat to resist corrosion outdoors. It works on timber gates, fences, and outbuilding doors in permanent external installations. The pack contains all the mounting hardware required for fitting.

The bolt rod travels inside a fully enclosed steel housing on a solid backplate. A separate keep bracket catches the bolt end in the locked position. The bolt end loop accepts a padlock shackle, adding a secondary layer of security when needed.

A 5 year guarantee covers this gate bolt.

Key Features and Benefits

• Carbon Steel Construction: The bolt body and backplate are manufactured from carbon steel for outdoor gate and fence hardware use.
• Anti-Corrosion Powder Coat: The black powder coat finish is applied to protect the steel from rust - a benefit explicitly stated by the manufacturer.
• Permanent Outdoor Fixing: Designed for external installations on wooden gates, fences, and shed doors.
• Hardware Included: Carriage bolts, nuts, and wood screws ship with the bolt, covering all fixing requirements for timber.

Specs & Attributes

• Material: Carbon steel
• Finish: Black powder coated
• Bolt Length: 200mm
• Weight: 0.48kg
• Use: External / Outdoor

Typical Applications

• Heavier timber garden gates
• Rural and field timber gates
• Large shed and workshop access doors
• Outbuilding storage doors
• Driveway side-access gate fastenings
• Timber fence gates on wider posts

How to Use

• Position the Backplate: Hold the bolt body on the gate face or a horizontal rail. Mark all screw and bolt hole positions clearly.

• Drill and Fix: Pre-drill the marked positions and attach the backplate using the supplied wood screws, then add the carriage bolts through the timber for extra hold.

• Locate the Keep: Extend the bolt fully into the locked position. Place the keep over the bolt end and mark its hole positions on the post or slave gate face.

• Attach the Keep: Remove the keep, pre-drill the marked holes, and fix the bracket securely using the supplied hardware.

• Test the Action: Slide the bolt open and closed. It should seat inside the keep without resistance. Loosen, adjust, and re-tighten the keep if the bolt catches or misses.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Can a brenton bolt be fitted to a metal gate as well as a timber one?
  The wood screws supplied with this bolt are for timber only. The carriage bolts and nuts can pass through pre-drilled holes in light steel gate sections, making them usable on metal frames. Check the gate material thickness before drilling - it needs to be substantial enough to take the fixing without distorting around the bolt hole.

• What height should a brenton bolt be fitted at on a gate?
  There is no fixed rule, but mid-height is the most accessible position for regular use. Fitting closer to the top rail works well on taller gates where you want to reach over and release the bolt from the far side. Avoid positioning the bolt too close to ground level on gates exposed to standing water or ground moisture.

• What type of padlock should I use with a brenton bolt?
  Any padlock whose shackle fits through the loop on the bolt end will work. For outdoor exposed fastenings, a closed shackle padlock offers better protection against cutting tools than an open shackle design. Check the shackle diameter against the loop opening on the bolt before purchasing a padlock separately.

• Can I fix the backplate with screws alone, without using the carriage bolts?
  Wood screws give a workable fixing on lighter gates for general use. For gates under regular load - or where you intend to lock the bolt with a padlock - through-bolting with the supplied carriage bolts and nuts gives a considerably stronger attachment to the timber.

• What is the difference between a black powder coated and a galvanised brenton bolt?
  Powder coat is a coloured dry finish cured onto the steel, giving a smooth black appearance and a barrier against rust. Galvanising applies a zinc layer directly to the steel, leaving a silver metallic finish. Both resist corrosion outdoors. Powder coat can chip if struck, exposing bare metal underneath. Galvanised finishes tend to withstand physical knocks better but come in silver only.

Summary

The Blue Spot Tools 200mm black powder coated brenton bolt is a carbon steel outdoor padbolt for permanent fitting on wooden gates, fences, and outbuilding doors. All mounting hardware is included in the pack, and the bolt carries a 5 year guarantee.