Blue Spot Tools Ironmongery 100mm Zinc Plated Necked Tower Bolt 78062

Blue Spot Tools Ironmongery 100mm Zinc Plated Necked Tower Bolt

MPN: 78062

Barcode: 5028734780628

Size: 100mm

Weight: 0.18kg

Overview:

This 100mm zinc-plated necked tower bolt from Blue Spot Tools is made from carbon steel with a corrosion-resistant finish. The cranked neck design suits doors and gates with recessed frames, where a standard straight bolt would not sit flush against the frame.

The bolt comes with all the necessary fittings for a permanent outdoor installation on wooden gates, fences, and shed doors. Blue Spot Tools backs it with a 5-year guarantee.

Key Features and Benefits

• Cranked neck design: Bridges the offset between a door face and a recessed frame, allowing the bolt to engage the keep securely.
• Corrosion-resistant coating: Zinc plating protects the steel body against rust and weathering in outdoor conditions.
• Flexible mounting: Fits horizontally or vertically to suit different gate and door configurations.
• All fittings included: Comes with everything needed for installation - no separate hardware purchase required.
• 5-year guarantee: Backed by Blue Spot Tools for added confidence in the product.

Specs & Attributes

• Material: Carbon steel
• Finish: Zinc plated
• Size: 100mm
• Weight: 0.18kg

Typical Applications

• Wooden garden gates with recessed frames
• Shed and outbuilding doors
• Fence panel access gates
• Garage side access doors
• Double door installations requiring a cranked bolt
• Workshop and storage unit doors
• Secondary security on exterior wooden doors

How to Use

• Choose your mounting orientation: Decide whether the bolt will run horizontally or vertically based on your door or gate layout.

• Mark the fixing positions: Hold the baseplate in position and mark the screw hole locations with a pencil.

• Pre-drill pilot holes: For hardwood or treated timber, drill pilot holes to avoid splitting the wood.

• Fix the bolt body: Drive the supplied screws through the baseplate to secure the bolt to the door or gate.

• Fit the keep: Position the bolt catch on the frame, align it with the bolt head, and fix it with the supplied hardware.

• Test the action: Slide the bolt fully into the keep to check alignment and adjust the keep position if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is the difference between a tower bolt and a necked tower bolt?
  A standard tower bolt has a straight sliding mechanism for flush-mounted doors. A necked bolt - also called a cranked bolt - has an angled body that bridges a gap between the door face and a recessed frame, so the bolt can reach and engage the keep on the frame rather than aligning face-to-face.

• Can a necked tower bolt be fitted horizontally or vertically?
  Yes. Necked tower bolts can be mounted in either orientation. Vertical fitting is common at the top or bottom of gates, while horizontal fitting suits shed doors and side access gates.

• What is a necked tower bolt used for?
  Necked tower bolts secure gates, shed doors, and outbuilding doors where the door sits within a recessed frame. The cranked neck spans the offset, so the bolt engages the keep on the frame rather than the door face.

• Can a zinc-plated tower bolt be used outside?
  Yes. Zinc plating forms a protective layer over the steel that resists corrosion and weathering in outdoor conditions. It is a common finish for external ironmongery, including gate bolts and shed door hardware.

• What size tower bolt do I need for a gate?
  The right size depends on gate width, door thickness, and the depth of the frame recess. A 100mm bolt suits most standard garden gates and shed doors. Heavier or wider gates may need a longer bolt for a more secure engagement with the keep.

Summary

The Blue Spot Tools 100mm zinc-plated necked tower bolt is a carbon steel gate and shed door bolt built for permanent outdoor use on recessed-frame installations. The cranked neck bridges the offset between the door face and frame, and the zinc-plated finish resists corrosion. Supplied with all necessary fittings and covered by a 5-year guarantee.