Ives CL21 Four-Way Ball Catch with Adjustable Spring Tension
Professional Door Holding Solution for Medium Duty Applications
The Ives CL21 Four-Way Ball Catch provides reliable door holding for medium duty applications with its innovative hexagon stud design. This professional-grade catch features two stainless steel balls under spring tension that securely hold doors closed, with the strike able to enter the body from any direction. The unit measures W: 3/4", H: 3", D: 3/4" with a door strike dimension of W: 3/4", H: 1-1/2", and meets ANSI/BHMA A156.9 standards for quality assurance.
Professional Features & Benefits
- Four-Way Entry Design: Strike can enter body from any direction for versatile installation and door operation flexibility.
- Adjustable Spring Tension: Spring tension is easily adjusted to suit field conditions, ensuring optimal holding force for various door weights and applications.
- Stainless Steel Ball Construction: Two stainless steel balls under spring tension provide durable, corrosion-resistant operation for long-term reliability.
- Dual Installation Options: Body can be surface applied or mortised to accommodate different door construction and aesthetic requirements.
- Complete Hardware Package: Units packed with wood screws for immediate installation without additional hardware purchases.
- ANSI/BHMA Compliance: Meets ANSI/BHMA A156.9 standards ensuring professional-grade quality and performance specifications.
- Brass Construction: Forged brass substrate provides exceptional durability and corrosion resistance for commercial applications.
Technical Specifications
- ANSI/BHMA: ANSI/BHMA A156.9
- Commercial/Residential: Residential
- Department: Door Hardware
- Door Strike: W: 3/4", H: 1-1/2"
- Product Category: Door Trim and Accessories
- Product Dimension: W: 3/4", H: 3", D: 3/4"
- Product Group: Door Trim and Accessories
- Product Model: CL21
- Product Subgroup: Door Latches and Catches
- Product Substrate: Brass
- Product Type: Ball Catches
- Subcategory: Latches, Catches and Bolts
Installation & Operation
- Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness, stile width, and handing as applicable to this product.
- Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and/or frame surfaces.
- Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions.
- Install all mounting hardware and secure the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications.
- Adjust operational components for proper alignment, latching, and smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.
- Test device operation to verify proper function and make final adjustments as needed. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and troubleshooting.
Professional Applications
- Residential Interior Doors
- Light Commercial Applications
- Cabinet and Furniture Hardware
- Closet and Storage Room Doors
- Office Partition Doors
- Multi-Unit Residential Properties
- Educational Facility Interior Doors
Why Choose Ives Quality?
Ives ball catches deliver professional-grade reliability with brass construction and stainless steel components designed for demanding applications. Meeting ANSI/BHMA A156.9 standards, this catch provides consistent performance with field-adjustable spring tension for optimal door holding force. Engineered for medium duty applications where dependable door closure is essential.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Subcategory:
- Latches, Catches and Bolts
- Product Group:
- Door Trim and Accessories
- Product Subgroup:
- Door Latches and Catches
- Product Type:
- Ball Catches
- ANSI/BHMA:
- ANSI/BHMA A156.9
- Commercial/Residential:
- Residential
- Product Model:
- CL21
- Product Dimension:
- W: 3/4", H: 3", D: 3/4"
- Door Strike:
- W: 3/4", H: 1-1/2"
- Product Category:
- Door Trim and Accessories
- Product Substrate:
- Brass
- Department:
- Door Hardware