Field Gate Auto Catch Set

This catch is a field gate version of the ever-popular slam auto-catch used on small domestic gates. This catch is for use with wooden field gates that hang and close onto the back of wooden gate posts or brick pillars.
For security, Field Gate Auto Catches can be locked with a padlock, which prevents the catch from being opened.

• Suitable for use with wooden field gates hung on wooden posts or brick/concrete piers
• Field gate version of the popular slam auto-catch used on small gates
• For use with wooden gates hanging and closing onto the back of wooden posts or brick/concrete piers
• Padlockable
• Spare striker available
• Animal-friendly “D” loop striker available for use with cattle and horses

Drill the hole in the shutting stile of the gate and fit the striker.
Using the striker as a guide position the catch body on the post and mark the position of the holes.
Drill the appropriate-sized hole and fix the catch to the post/pillar using the coach screws provided.
Please note: All holes must be correctly positioned and drilled. Check carefully before drilling.
Gates and posts cannot usually be returned once drilled or marked in any way.

An animal-friendly "D" loop striker is available for use where livestock or horses are present.

To fit the catch, you will need:

A 12mm drill bit for wood at least 100 long is required to drill the hole for attaching the striker through the gate shutting stile.

A suitable size drill bit. Either for wood or masonry, depending on what type of posts/pillars are being used. To either drill pilot holes for the coach screws to attach to wooden posts or holes for suitable plugs (not included) for the coach screws if you are attaching to brick or concrete pillars.

A selection of spanners/adjustable wrenches.
As the nut, bolt and coach screw sizes can vary, please check the spanner and drill sizes required when you receive your set.

Before you purchase, you may find this additional information from our blog helpful…

Measuring for new side or entrance gates

Field Gate Hanging Measurements Infographic

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