Hager 1446 Light Weight Ball Catch for Cabinets and Lightweight Doors
Adjustable Ball Catch for Cabinet and Light Door Applications
The Hager 1446 Light Weight Ball Catch provides reliable latching for cabinets and lightweight doors with adjustable ball mechanism for various door and frame clearances. Features a 1" x 2-1/4" faceplate and 1-3/8" x 2-1/4" strike with steel housing, brass strike, and plated steel ball construction. Designed specifically for lightweight applications with 1" hole diameter and 1-1/4" hole depth requirements.
Professional Features & Benefits
- Adjustable Ball Mechanism: Ball adjusts in and out for various door and frame clearances, providing flexible installation options for different applications.
- Lightweight Application Design: Specifically engineered for cabinets and lightweight doors, not intended for heavy weight applications.
- Durable Construction: Steel housing with brass strike and plated steel ball provides reliable performance and corrosion resistance.
- Standard Mounting: 1" hole diameter and 1-1/4" hole depth with four #6 FPHWS fasteners for secure installation.
- Multiple Finish Options: Available in US3, US4, US5, US10A, US10R, US15A, US15, US26, and US26D finishes to match various hardware suites.
- Complete Hardware Package: Includes steel screws in polybag packaging for convenient installation.
Technical Specifications
- Commercial/Residential: Commercial
- Faceplate: 1" x 2-1/4" (25 mm x 57 mm)
- Fasteners: Four #6 FPHWS
- Finishes: US3, US4, US5, US10A, US10R, US15A, US15, US26, US26D
- Material: Steel housing, brass strike, plated steel ball
- Notes: Designed for use on cabinets and lightweight doors
- Strike Dimension: 1-3/8" x 2-1/4"
- Strike Size: 1-3/8" x 2-1/4" (35 mm x 57 mm)
- Subcategory: Door Latches and Catches
Installation & Operation
- Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness and clearance dimensions for this lightweight application.
- Mark the 1" diameter hole location on the door edge at the desired height, ensuring proper alignment with the strike location.
- Drill the 1" diameter hole to 1-1/4" depth in the door edge, maintaining perpendicular alignment to the door face.
- Install the ball catch unit in the prepared hole and secure the 1" x 2-1/4" faceplate using the four provided #6 FPHWS fasteners.
- Position and mark the strike location on the door frame to align with the installed ball catch mechanism.
- Install the 1-3/8" x 2-1/4" strike on the frame and adjust the ball mechanism in and out as needed for proper door and frame clearance and secure latching operation.
Professional Applications
- Cabinet Door Latching Systems
- Lightweight Interior Door Applications
- Furniture and Millwork Projects
- Display Case and Showcase Hardware
- Residential Built-in Storage Solutions
- Commercial Fixture and Casework
- Architectural Woodwork Applications
Why Choose Hager Quality?
Hager ball catch hardware delivers reliable performance with steel housing and brass strike construction designed for long-term durability in lightweight applications. The adjustable ball mechanism and multiple finish options provide installation flexibility and aesthetic compatibility with various hardware suites. Engineered specifically for cabinet and lightweight door applications where dependable latching performance is essential.
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Product Specs
- Fasteners:
- Four #6 FPHWS
- Product Group:
- Door Trim and Accessories
- Product Subgroup:
- Door Latches and Catches
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Product Type:
- Ball Catch
- Subcategory:
- Door Latches and Catches
- Product Model:
- 1446
- Face Plate:
- 1" x 2-1/4"
- Strike Dimension:
- 1-3/8" x 2-1/4"
- Product Substrate:
- Brass, Steel
- Product Category:
- Door Trim and Accessories
- Department:
- Door Hardware