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Don-Jo WSLP-104 Slipper Latch Protector, 5" x 4", 11 Gauge Stainless Steel for Out-Swing Doors

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Don-Jo WSLP-104 Slipper Latch Protector, 5" x 4", 11 Gauge Stainless Steel for Out-Swing Doors

The Don-Jo WSLP-104 Slipper Latch Protector is a heavy-duty door security accessory engineered to shield latch bolts on out-swing commercial doors. Measuring 5" wide by 4" long and constructed from 11 gauge (.135) stainless steel in a 630 finish, this latch protector delivers exceptional resistance to forced entry and everyday wear. It is prepped for most commercial locks and works with most Grade 1 and Grade 2 levers and knobs, making it a versatile solution for a wide range of commercial door hardware configurations.

Key Features

  • Precise Dimensions: 5" width by 4" length provides broad latch coverage suited for standard commercial out-swing door applications.
  • Heavy-Duty 11 Gauge Construction: Manufactured from 11 ga. (.135) stainless steel for superior strength and long-term durability in high-traffic environments.
  • Stainless Steel Material: 630 finish stainless steel offers excellent corrosion resistance, maintaining appearance and performance in demanding conditions.
  • Out-Swing Door Compatibility: Specifically designed for out-swing door configurations, ensuring proper fit and maximum latch protection.
  • Broad Hardware Compatibility: Works with most Grade 1 and Grade 2 levers and knobs for flexible integration with existing commercial door hardware.
  • Commercial Lock Ready: Prepped for most commercial locks, simplifying installation and reducing the need for additional modifications.
  • Convenient Shelf Pack: Available in a shelf pack of 10, ideal for contractors and facilities managers stocking multiple units for large-scale projects.

Technical Specifications

  • Subcategory: Latches & Catches
  • Product Group: Door Trim and Accessories
  • Product Subgroup: Door Trim and Latch Protection
  • Product Type: Latch Protectors
  • Product Category: Door Trim and Accessories
  • Department: Door Hardware

Typical Applications

  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Educational Facilities
  • Healthcare Institutions
  • Retail Establishments
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Government and Municipal Buildings

Why Don-Jo WSLP-104?

Don-Jo latch protector products deliver professional-grade security with 11 gauge (.135) stainless steel construction that stands up to the rigors of high-traffic commercial environments. The WSLP-104 is engineered for compatibility with most Grade 1 and Grade 2 commercial door hardware, ensuring reliable latch protection across a broad range of out-swing door applications where dependable performance is essential.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Subcategory:
Latches & Catches
Product Group:
Door Trim and Accessories
Product Subgroup:
Door Trim and Latch Protection
Product Type:
Latch Protectors
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Door Swing:
Out Swing
Product Model:
WSLP 104
Product Category:
Door Trim and Accessories
Product Substrate:
Stainless Steel
Department:
Door Hardware

Don-Jo WSLP-104-630 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will a Don-Jo WSLP-104 latch protector work on an in-swing door?
No. The WSLP-104 is an out-swing latch protector. It covers the gap on the pull side of a door that swings away from the secured space, which is where a latch is exposed to being shimmed or pried. On an in-swing opening the latch is on the protected side and this plate has nothing to guard, so you want an in-swing style latch guard instead. Check which way the door swings from inside the room you are securing before you order.
2) Does the Don-Jo WSLP-104 fit over a commercial lever handle, or only a knob?
Both. The WSLP-104 comes prepped for most commercial locks and clears most Grade 1 and Grade 2 levers and knobs, so it suits the mortise and cylindrical locksets already hanging on most commercial openings. It is a slipper style guard, meaning it slips over the lock prep rather than requiring you to cut a new hole in the door.
3) How big is the Don-Jo WSLP-104 latch guard, and will it cover my latch?
The plate measures 5 by 4 inches. That footprint is sized to cover the latch area on a standard commercial out-swing door, sitting over the lock prep and spanning the gap between door edge and frame. Measure the exposed latch area on your opening against 5 x 4 inches; on an unusually wide gap or a door with a heavily offset strike you may need a longer guard.
4) What is the cross-brand alternative to the Don-Jo WSLP-104 latch protector?
The Trimco PG8000 series covers the same job from another maker - it is a panic and latch guard series, so it spans both latch guards and guards intended for panic hardware. The WSLP-104 itself is a stainless steel latch protector for out-swing doors, prepped for most commercial locks and compatible with most Grade 1 and Grade 2 levers and knobs. If the opening uses a cylindrical or mortise lever, the WSLP-104 addresses it directly; if the door carries an exit device instead, the PG8000 series is the family to look at.
5) How thick is the steel on the Don-Jo WSLP-104, and is it strong enough for a high-traffic entry?
11 gauge, which is .135 inch stainless steel. That is heavy plate for a latch guard, and it is the reason this one gets specified on doors that take abuse: school corridors, warehouse exteriors, retail back doors, apartment entries. Thin-gauge guards deform when someone leans a pry bar into them; .135 inch does not give up easily.
6) Is the Don-Jo WSLP-104 latch protector suitable for an exterior door that sees weather?
Yes. It is solid stainless steel in a 630 satin stainless finish, so it resists corrosion outdoors and in wash-down or coastal environments better than a plated steel guard. That is the practical reason to pick stainless over a painted or brass-plated latch guard on an exterior opening.
7) What finish does the Don-Jo WSLP-104 come in, and will it match my existing door hardware?
One finish only: 630, satin stainless steel. That is the most common finish on commercial levers, exit devices and push plates, so on a building standardized to 630 lever trim the guard will read as part of the same set. If your openings are finished in oil-rubbed bronze or polished brass, this guard will not match and you should look at a painted or plated latch guard instead.
8) What is the difference between a latch guard and a panic guard, and which do I need?
A latch guard like the Don-Jo WSLP-104 covers a lockset latch bolt on an out-swing door, and it is prepped to clear a lever or knob. A panic guard covers the latch on a door fitted with an exit device, where the geometry is different and the plate has to clear a rim device latch rather than a lockset. If your door has a push bar, you are looking for a panic guard; Trimco's PG8000 Series covers both panic and latch guard applications. If your door has a lever or knob, the WSLP-104 is the right category.
9) Does installing a Don-Jo WSLP-104 require drilling new holes or modifying the door?
No new prep is needed in the normal case. The WSLP-104 is prepped for most commercial locks, so it mounts over the existing lock hardware on the out-swing face rather than requiring a fresh cut. That is what makes it a retrofit part: you can add it to occupied openings without pulling the door or reworking the lock prep.
10) The door has an exit device rather than a lever - is a slipper latch protector still the right guard?
A slipper-style guard like the Don-Jo WSLP-104 is built around a lock latch: it is prepped for most commercial locks and works with most Grade 1 and Grade 2 levers and knobs on out-swing doors. An exit device presents a different latch profile, and the guard that suits it comes from a panic guard range - the Trimco PG8000 series is a panic and latch guard series covering that case. Match the guard to what is actually latching the door rather than to the door swing alone.
11) I need latch guards for a whole building. Can I buy the Don-Jo WSLP-104 in bulk?
It is packed in a shelf pack of 10, which suits the way property managers and contractors actually buy these: a run of exterior and stairwell doors at once rather than one plate at a time. Since it fits most Grade 1 and Grade 2 levers and knobs, a single part number usually covers a mixed set of out-swing openings across a portfolio.
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