Do-it-yourself lock for the gate

Swing gates are often used for garages and courtyards of private houses. In order to securely and quickly lock them, it is important to additionally install the main security element - a bolt for the gate. It is easy to open and holds the leaves firmly in place.

Various types of gate locks

What is a deadbolt? This is a locking mechanism that provides a reliable fixation of the gate in the closed position. A well-made lock allows you to significantly simplify opening / closing of the gate and make it more reliable. Most of the models are designed to be opened only from the inside without using keys, in other words, it will not work to open the bolt from the outside.

Types of bolts

There are many types of constipation, some of which are readily available at hardware stores. But recently, the owners prefer to create locking mechanisms on their own, using materials such as metal (rods, channels, strips) or wood.

A gate valve made of wood is made for a wooden entrance gate, as for a gate valve made of metal - it is more versatile and is installed on combined, metal, profiled or wooden gates. There are various manufacturing methods. For example, forging - products are reliable and attractive in appearance. But for this method, it is important to have certain knowledge, skills and equipment. Since it is not so easy to use equipment for forging, the owners prefer to use compact welding machines, grinders, drills, etc. Among the most common types of bolts are the following:

1. Rotary - type "barrier", "spinner" They are distinguished by simplicity in manufacture, reliability and durability of holding the shutters. Most often, wood is used for production. Of the shortcomings - the product does not look modern enough, moreover, in some designs it is physically difficult to control the mechanism. Although these parameters are not always considered a disadvantage, since a certain gate design requires a more "rough" bolt execution.
   

   

   Barrier lock, long wooden beam

   

   Rotary lock

   

   Short rotary lock

2. "Latch" also refers to pivoting, but it is possible to install it only if one of the gate halves is firmly fixed. Mainly used on wickets and doors.
   

   The latch lock can be installed by firmly fixing one of the leaves

3. Horizontal sliding - "latch" or strip of simple type. The product is fastened to a frame or a revolving mechanism. As in the case of the "latch" on one of the flaps, additional clamps or locks of the vertical type are installed.
4. Vertical sliding - installed separately at the bottom of each gate leaf, which allows them to be securely fixed both in the open and in the closed position. If the locks are installed in the garage, then the fastening is made either in the upper or in the lower (provided a reliable frame) part of the gate. If the frame is easy to bend, then it is better to install from above and below on each half.

Vertical gate lock

By design, 4 types are distinguished.

1. The simple type is the bolt. Collected in a short time. At the same time, they are highly durable and the gate will not open in case of strong gusts of wind.
2. Constipation on additional lugs. For production, durable steel is used, often mounted on garage doors.
3. Pin bolt - cuttings of a metal pipe and metal rods are used. Rods from 0.5 to 1 meter long.
4. Latch for swing-type sliding gates - works with 4 curved hooks and a steel plate. You can also use wood for production. A wooden bolt can be seen not only on the gate, but also on the gate.

We make a "turntable" and "barrier" with our own hands

Let's start with the most common model - the "turntable". The spinner is used to close production or agricultural premises, in which double swing gates are provided. This is the easiest variety to make. One of the main advantages is the ease of making it yourself (without involving a pro).

The simplest device for a rotary lock

You will also have to make it yourself for the reason that factory production simply does not exist. The product must fully match the type and size of the gate.

Turntable production algorithm

1. Prepare a steel strip (for example, a channel) or a wooden beam of the required length. It is recommended to select a length of approximately 2/3 of the existing sash width, so that at least 1/3 of each sash is covered to ensure the maximum level of security. Most often it is 1 meter. If a timber bar is chosen for production, then its thickness must correspond to at least 5 millimeters, for a steel strip - a width within 50 millimeters, and a thickness of more than 5 millimeters.
2. Prepare the sash. Step back from the edge 60 - 100 millimeters and make a hole for the M10-M12 bolt. It is important that the bolt has a wide head and the required length (covering the thickness of the gate, timber, two washers and 2 nuts).
3. Preparing the bolt. After fastening, its head should not stand out, and for this you first need to grind off its edges.
4. Drill the channel and the bar in the middle and put on the bolt, securing it with 2 additional locknuts.
5. On both sashes, fix the fixed type channels, into which the obturator will then be fixed. The slots can be made wedge-shaped, so that when closed, they are easier to attract.

The spinner is distinguished by high clamping ability, reliability, durability and, most importantly, it is popular for those who like to do everything with their own hands.

The second type of constipation is a “bar lock”. It is also popular because of its simplicity and increased reliability.

Barrier manufacturing algorithm

1. Pick up an iron channel or bar. At any point of the timber (but not in the middle), drill a hole for the M10-M12 bolt - optimally at a distance of 80 millimeters from the end. The calculation of the length of the timber is carried out as in the previous case.
2. Make a marking on the sash by attaching the intended bolt. Drill a through hole of diameter for the selected bolt. It is important to take into account the type of bolt, since it is on it that the main load will be carried. Its head should be as wide as possible to provide a secure stop. From the outside, the hat should be hidden.
3. Make 3 grips on the flaps. The first one is on the bolt fastening flap, it is needed to stop it when opening. The second and third on the second flap (in the middle and closer to the end, focusing on the constipation). You can additionally install the lugs for attaching a padlock - you get a mount for a padlock.

Deadbolts

Another type of bolt design is sliding. For its production, wood or steel strips are used. For self-production, you need to have locksmith skills and a set of tools.

The metal thickness of the valve must be thick enough to prevent bending

Algorithm.

1. Prepare the steel strip. Its length must be at least 40 centimeters, and its width must be 5 centimeters.
2. Since the strip will move along the guides, they must be fixed to the gate by welding. The bolt is attached to the sash using self-tapping screws or the same welding.
3. After installation, a groove is also installed on the second sash to fix the second half of the steel strip.

Sometimes to make a bolt that can be locked with a padlock, holes are additionally drilled or special arches are mounted.

The decorative latch looks impressive

Bolt type "latch"

Espagnolette for swing gates is most often made of a metal rod with a diameter of 1 centimeter. Using welding, a handle is attached to it in a T-shaped way or simply bent. In addition, it is important to prepare a hollow tube (preferably dense steel). The inner diameter of the tube should allow free passage inside the rod without backlash and delays.

Algorithm for performing work.

1. Divide the tube prepared in advance into 3 parts - one long up to 10 centimeters and two short (about 5 centimeters).
2. The long part is attached to one sash. The second is a short part. Fastened by welding.
3. Insert the rod into the tube, and fix another short part within the edge. Check that the flaps open and close without obstruction.
4. In addition, padlock eyelets can be fitted.

Vertical type bolts

Gate valves of this kind are often installed as auxiliary ones, to securely fix the lower part of the gate and keep the leaves in the open position. For their manufacture, a rod of durable metal is used, with a diameter of 1 centimeter, which is pre-bent into an L-shape. And pick up an additional tube that will match the diameter of the rod.

Vertical lock with return spring

The tube is welded onto the lower part of the flaps, insert a rod into it and make an additional hole in the ground (usually with the driven part of the tube). Additionally, an additional stop can be mounted on the gate, so that the open leaves can be fixed.

DIY shipping container constipation

One of the most convenient designs is the constipation with which the sea container is locked. Such a valve is manufactured according to the following algorithm.

1. In three places on the pressing part, it is necessary to weld rings with a leg to pass a smooth pipe. The diameter of the rings should be between 1.5-1.6 centimeters. The first ring is 20 centimeters from the top of the goal, the second is exactly in the middle, the third is 20 centimeters from the bottom of the goal.
2. Prepare a metal bar with hooks on both sides.
3. Attach hooks to the frames on both sides (top and bottom).
4. When the hooks are fixed, the gate is securely locked; it is not possible to open it from the outside.

If it is not possible to make the parts yourself, then you can purchase the parts necessary for assembly in the store. A repair kit from a Gazelle van is suitable. It only remains to add a barbell to it and carry out the assembly.

Making a garage bolt

In the country, in the garage or in a country house, bolts are always relevant. A reliable bolt can be quickly and effortlessly made with your own hands from the simplest materials.

Additional locking mechanisms for garage doors are a must to protect your property from burglaries. According to the production principle, additional latches are not complicated - a metal strip is used to rigidly fix both gate leaves.

At the same time, 4 types of mechanisms for fixing and moving the strip are distinguished:

• double-sided rotary bolt - made according to the container principle;
• sliding - production algorithm by valve type;
• rotary - the principle of "barrier" or "spinner";
• double-sided transom - according to the "vertical" bolt principle.

Sash blocking with latch bolts from above and below

And all these types are quite easy to make on your own, while ensuring reliable fixation of garage doors for more than one century. There are also spring bolts, for their manufacture you will need special skills and abilities, they are somewhat more complicated, but at the same time no less reliable in work.

An easy way to fix the gate

There is a clever way to lock the gates of a street fence, which does not require any great expense. At the junction of the gate, a piece of profile with a specially shaped recess is installed and concreted. The sashes fall into the groove and are fixed with some object of suitable size. This design, by the way, allows you to unload the support pillars.

Do it yourself or buy a valve

Gate valves are often bought, but they prefer to make gate valves on their own. And there is an explanation for this.

1. The wicket is used much more often, therefore, the mechanism must be durable, work flawlessly and look aesthetically pleasing.
2. By their design and dimensions, wickets are more standard, and it is much easier to choose a locking mechanism.
3. The gates have more individuality: design, materials, dimensions. In this case, the lock for swing gates is usually of a hidden type. As a result, beauty is in the background, safety and reliability come to the fore.

It is for all these reasons that the manufacture of locking devices for gates is more demanding and is made independently, as they say, to be sure. But what type of constipation to choose is up to you.