Brass spring closure – code: 38.641.00 – Osculati

Osculati spring brass latch – code 38.641.00

La spring brass latch Osculati, identified by code 38.641.00, is a hardware component designed for applications where a simple, practical, and immediately operable closure is needed. In nautical and onboard plant engineering contexts, a spring latch is often chosen for its intuitive operating logic and clean integration on doors, panels, and small technical compartments.

Identification and codes

• Brand / supplier: Osculati S.r.l.
• Supplier product code: 38.641.00
• SKU: OSCU00000741

To avoid errors during reorder or replacement, it is advisable to refer to the code 38.641.00, especially when comparing similar items or variants of the same family.

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The’brass is a material frequently used in hardware, also in nautical contexts, for its aesthetics and for its established use in closure components and accessories. In an onboard setup, choosing brass can be consistent with other metal elements present on panels, doors, or technical furnishings.

Type: spring latch

A spring latch is designed to offer quick action: the spring contributes to the return/positioning of the mechanism during opening and closing. This type of solution is often adopted when a functional component is desired, suitable for frequent use and situations where access must be immediate (for example, service compartments or inspection panels).

Typical applications (nautical and onboard plant engineering)

• Doors and panels of small technical or service compartments.
• Inspection panels that require frequent opening/closing.
• Auxiliary closures on technical furnishings or compartments where simple locking is useful.
• Maintenance interventions and restoration of existing hardware, when a brass spring solution is desired to be maintained.

In a nautical context, hardware often needs to integrate with limited spaces and practical needs: a spring latch can be a functional choice to manage quick access without complicating onboard operations.

Operational advantages

While maintaining a conservative approach and without attributing undeclared performance, a brass spring latch can offer practical advantages related to its type and material:

• Practical operation: the “spring” principle is generally intuitive and suitable for repeated use.
• Integration into existing hardware: brass is a traditional material that easily matches many finishes and onboard components.
• Neat solution for doors and panels: helps manage openings and closings simply, reducing the need for more complex systems.
• Identifiable spare part: the presence of code 38.641.00 facilitates identification during purchase and reorder.

Usage and notes for installation/maintenance

To achieve a clean and functional result, it is useful to consider some practical aspects before installation or replacement:

Preliminary check

• Comparison with the existing component: if you are replacing a latch, check that the code and type correspond.
• Housing check: evaluate position, orientation, and available space on the panel/door.
• Consistency with intended use: make sure that a spring latch is the most suitable solution for the type of opening and frequency of use.

Installation

In the absence of specific instructions on drilling and fastening, it is recommended to proceed following good hardware installation practices:

• perform accurate positioning before final fastening;
• check alignment between the moving part and the strike plate (if present in the installation);
• ensure that the operation is smooth and that the latch works correctly on the panel.

Routine maintenance

For hardware installed in technical environments, it is good practice to carry out periodic checks: tightening verification, cleaning from residues, and checking the correct movement of the mechanism. In case of replacement, maintaining the same product code helps reduce time and uncertainties.

Order advice

For quick procurement management, always include in the request:

• Brass spring latch
• Osculati Code: 38.641.00
• Internal SKU: OSCU00000741

This way it is easier to avoid misunderstandings between similar items and maintain consistency with the bill of materials or with the hardware already installed.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Osculati code for this brass spring latch?

The supplier product code is 38.641.00 (Osculati).

What material is the closure made of?

The latch is indicated as made of brass.

In which contexts is a spring closure like this used?

It is a hardware item suitable for installations and maintenance in the nautical and onboard plant engineering fields, for example on hatches, panels, or technical compartments.

How can I be sure to order the correct replacement part?

To correctly identify the item, use the code 38.641.00 and compare the type with the latch already installed, also checking the housing on the panel.

What is the product SKU on the site?

The SKU associated with the product is OSCU00000741.