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SeismoLatch Automatic Earthquake Activated Cabinet Latch, Brown, 10-Pack

3.4 out of 5 stars 19 customer reviews
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Part Number STP-SL-10-BR-35
Item Weight 26.4 pounds
Product Dimensions 1.2 x 5 x 6.5 inches
Item model number STP-SL-10-BR-35
Color Brown
Material metal
Item Package Quantity 1
Usage Commercial/Residential
Batteries Required? No

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ASIN B005F0OUL0
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3.4 out of 5 stars 19 customer reviews

3.4 out of 5 stars
Best Sellers Rank #30,634 in Home Improvements (See top 100)
#37 in Home Improvement > Safety & Security > First Aid Kits
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Date First Available July 28, 2011

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3.0 out of 5 starsWeak on tolerances
By * on March 25, 2012
This seems to be the only cabinet latch out there designed exclusively for earthquake protection, and it is an elegant idea that has no effect on the normal use of the cupboard until the earthquake actually happens.
I installed three of these and tested each one by rapping on the door with a rubber hammer. Each one failed to latch the first time even though I kept refining with each succeeding install.
The first one was installed after watching the installation video twice. It followed the details exactly, yet the catch on the door had to be lowered to work by elongating the holes so that the catch was about 3/16 lower than stated in the instructions (that is, the foam spacer block that is supplied needed to be thicker). I should mention that there was about a quarter inch standoff distance between the door and the shelf.
When I installed the second one the door was flush with the edge of the shelf and I should have noticed that if the installation instructions are followed, it is impossible for the magnetic catch already on the door to engage. I had to modify the latch by cutting out a piece of the front to give clearance, then it worked. On this door I was smart enough to mount the catch 3/16 lower so that I did not have to elongate the holes.
The third one was on the same cupboard set as the second one and I thought if I made the two adjustments, one to the position of the catch and one to the position of the latch that all would be well. Nada, it still failed I still had to remove a small amount of metal on the face of the latch.
All in all the tolerances are too tight in my experience.Read more ›
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1.0 out of 5 starsBummer, cannot be used in prefab kitchen cabinets
By SoCal-27 on May 29, 2014
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We liked the concept but I hadn't read anything about these not working in pre-fab cabinets when the shelves are movable. There would have to be major changes to the structure of the cabinets to make them secure enough for this use. We called the 800 number and verified there is that drawback. We returned them for a prompt refund. Appreciate it.
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5.0 out of 5 starsInnovative product
By David Stuve on February 16, 2013
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I've installed 30 of these latches now in two houses. The latches are high quality - I haven't had a single problem out of 30, and they install quickly and easily. The only complaint I have is about the little u-shaped foam install jigs - the two sided tape was too strong and tore up the foam pieces quickly. Fortunately I had a roll of less sticky two sided tape that let me get the job done without destroying any more of the foam pieces - I imagine making a roll of transparent 'Scotch' tape would work just as well. I haven't been through an earthquake yet, but I do sleep easier knowing that I've reduced the odds of my cabinets popping open and launching their contents if things start shaking.
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3.0 out of 5 starsNot very easy to install
By Mayet S. Mendoza on December 28, 2013
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They are installed now on 10 kitchen cabinet doors and hoping they will all latch when the big one strikes. Not being a handywoman it took awhile to install the first couple of sets. I like that the parts have tacky glue to help set them in One would really need the right drill bit to use on the tiny screws which btw are tough to handle if you have long nails.( I turned the project over to my son). Fairly simple instructions. I posted a question about a month ago on their site but have gotten no response yet
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5.0 out of 5 starsGenius
By David G Carter on December 11, 2013
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These things don't get in the way of normal use, but deploy to protect your contents when the quake hits. Haven't had a quake since install but am confident in the mechanism. Very easy to install, except they provide cheapo screws with no bite. I got more and did all my cupboards when I saw how well they work.

If you live in a quake zone, imagine the mess when all your cupboards vomit their contents all over the floor. Then get these. Now, the doors will only open an inch. You may lose a few glasses from clacking together, but not from being tossed across the room. And you are less likely to be hit by flying plates as you cower under the kitchen counter.
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5.0 out of 5 starsEarthquake safety latch innovation
By Rick S. on September 10, 2011
I am a veteran of the 1994 Northridge quake. I had been looking for a quake latch system that does not require two hands to open a cabinet door. There are some push latches which require a short push and then a pull to open. I'm not sure how well they would stand up to quake forces to keep the cabinet door closed.

ETC has apparently come up with a new approach to earthquake safety latches for cabinets - they are "automatic." You install a cabinet mounted swinging hook and a door mounted latch and then place the hook upright. In an earthquake, the hook swings forward engaging the latch. Both components are well secured to the cabinet and door and have room to move around so I feel confident that the system will keep the door closed in the series of strong motions and jolts seen in a quake. After installation, the cabinet door works just like it did before. One hand opening with no push required.

As icing on the cake, ETC has designed an installation system which makes alignment very easy. The two pieces have adhesive on them and you just push the hook holder into place on the cabinet where you want it. Then put a foam template/marker on the holder and shut the door. The template transfers to the door and you push the latch into position right under it. Then remove the template and attach each piece with two screws. Finally set the hook in the upright position. You are done until there is a quake. Then open with a finger between the door and the cabinet frame and reset the mechanism.

I am not easily given to enthusiasm for new products, but in my view, this design is quite ingenious and a real solution to a tough problem - preserving normal door operation until a latch is needed.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 starsReady for the Next One!

I am a professional cabinetmaker and I worked in the San Francisco Bay area when we had the big earthquake in 1989. Read more

Published 12 days ago by Bruno H.
3.0 out of 5 starsSo Far So Good!

Well, I will actually let you know when the next serious earthquake occurs for us! It appears that it could work and it was easy to install; so far so good!

Published 5 months ago by chaotician
5.0 out of 5 starsGreat procduct.

It works! Great procduct.

Published 15 months ago by George
5.0 out of 5 starsVery easy to install

Very easy to install. The foam alignment pad is genius. I've only had once that one engaged just from my shutting the door too hard. Read more

Published 18 months ago by Teresa Remsberg
3.0 out of 5 starsThree Stars

We'll see when we have our first quake. Didn't activate from the Napa quake of 6.0.

Published 20 months ago by handtowork
5.0 out of 5 starsNOT frustrating to install. And they work.

Pros:
- Includes backing stickers to hold hardware in place until they are secured with a screw.
- Foam + sticker positioning system is awesome. Read more

Published 20 months ago by Tom N
3.0 out of 5 starsINSTALLER MAY HAVE TO STIFFEN THE CABINET FRAME TO BE SUCCESSFUL

If the cabinet door frame where the latch is mounted is a little bit flexible it will vibrate enough to trip the latch when the door is shut. Read more

Published on February 8, 2014 by Jere Austin
4.0 out of 5 starsSo far so good

Won't really be able to properly rate this product until after a quake hits! But for installation, that went fine. Read more

Published on March 21, 2013 by M. Mackey
2.0 out of 5 starsThey don't really work as intended...

The system in theory is a good idea, but the implementation is flawed. The hook/catch does not sit far enough back so even the slightest bump or fast closing of the cabinet door... Read more

Published on March 19, 2013 by Amazon Customer

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