Description
Overview:
The Small 68mm / 18mm Over Centre Toggle Clamp is a compact metal latch for quickly securing panels, fixtures and light components during work or transport. Built from durable metal with a sturdy lever and catch, it provides a positive over-centre action that pulls parts together and holds them closed under tension. At 68mm (2.68 inches) long and 18mm (0.71 inches) wide, it suits tight spaces on jigs, fixtures, toolboxes, guards and machine covers where a small but reliable fastener is needed. Commonly used across workshops, site equipment, garden machinery housings and light manufacturing, it is easy to fit to wood, plastics or metal with screws or rivets. The latch can be reinforced with a lock or pin for extra security. Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 200 479.
Key Features:
- Compact size: 68mm (2.68 inches) long, 18mm (0.71 inches) wide
- Over-centre mechanism for a firm, repeatable hold
- Metal construction for dependable service in daily use
- Quick action for fast clamping and release cycles
- Low-profile form factor for small enclosures and jigs
- Can be reinforced with a lock or safety pin to resist accidental opening
- Simple installation with screws or rivets on wood, plastic or metal substrates
- Stable clamping force helps reduce movement from vibration
- Suitable for DIY, workshop and light industrial tasks
- MPN 200 479 for easy identification and reordering
Typical Applications:
Securing small access panels, covers and guards on equipment; holding jigs and fixtures during drilling, sanding or assembly; fastening toolboxes, cases and storage lids; retaining light machine housings and garden machinery shrouds; temporary clamping for glue-ups and positioning; transport latching for small doors or compartments where quick, repeatable closure is required.
Also known as:
Draw latch, over‐centre catch, toggle latch, latch clamp, over centre fastener, spring catch, pull-down latch, tension latch, over‐centre buckle, lever catch.
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 200 479 |
|---|---|
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Key Features | - Compact size: 68mm long, 18mm wide - Over-centre mechanism for firm hold - Metal construction for dependable service - Quick action for fast clamping - Simple installation with screws or rivets |


