On 24/11/19 17:08, Caecilius wrote:
On Sun, 24 Nov 2019 16:09:59 +0000, nightjar
wrote:


That can't happen with a ball or roller latch. If the mechanism breaks
(which I have never known happen) a hard push or pull will still open
the door. If they do fail, it is more likely to be the spring, which
means they simply don't hold the door closed any more.

Thats a good point - I only need something to keep the door closed,
there's no need for the latch to resist any force.

What about doing away with a latch altogether? Would a small neodymium
magnet and mild steel plate hold the door closed to your requirements?

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Jeff