Big Horn 70146 Latch & Strike Templates (A & B) with Center Locators - Finish Sizes (1 Inch x 2-1/4 Inch - 1-1/8 Inch x 2-1/4 Inch - 1-1/8 Inch x 2-3/4 Inch)
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Special Features
Designed to create three finish sizes—1” x 2-1/4”, 1-1/8” x 2-1/4”, and 1-1/8” x 2-3/4”—to accommodate various door hardware installation needs.
This comprehensive kit provides everything you need for latch, strike, and deadbolt installations. Includes four templates: the 70131 1” x 2-1/4” A Latch Template, the 70133 1-1/8” x 2-1/4” B Latch Template, the 70132 1” x 2-1/4” A Strike Template, and the 70134 1-1/8” x 2-3/4” B Strike Template.
Includes three center locators that position each template accurately over pre-bored holes for precise alignment.
Each 10” carrier is made from durable bamboo, offering eco-friendly construction and excellent stability during use.
Two adjustable red stops on the back of each template that can be adjusted up to 1/2", accommodating various door thicknesses.
Fine steel nails at both ends of each carrier make it easy to securely attach the template to the door, ensuring superior precision.
Secure each template to the door jamb with fine steel nails, then remove the locator and route the mortise using a 5/8” router template guide and a 1/2” mortising bit.
Specifications: Template Material: Bamboo / Carriers Length: 10” / Latch Mortise Sizes: 1” x 2-1/4” & 1-1/8” x 2-1/4” / Strike Mortise Sizes: 1” x 2-1/4” & 1-1/8” x 2-3/4” / Compatible Router Guide: 5/8" outside diameter / Compatible Router Bit: 1/2" hinge mortising bit /8” router template guide and a 1/2” mortising bit.
Description
The Big Horn 70146 Strike & Latch Templates with Center Locators are essential tools for achieving professional-quality door hardware installations. This comprehensive kit includes for templates: 70131 1” x 2-1/4” A Latch Template, 70133 1-1/8” x 2-1/4” B Latch Template, 70132 1” x 2-1/4” A Strike Template, and 70134 1-1/8” x 2-3/4” B Strike Template. These templates are designed to create precise mortises for latch and strike plates, ensuring a smooth and accurate fit on doors and jambs. With three different finish sizes—1” x 2-1/4”, 1-1/8” x 2-1/4”, and 1-1/8” x 2-3/4”—these templates are perfect for a variety of residential applications, including latch, strike, and deadbolt installations. The kit includes three center locators, ensuring perfect alignment over pre-bored holes in doors or jambs. Simply insert the locator into the hole, place the template over it, and secure the template with fine steel nails for a stable and reliable attachment. Once secured, remove the locator and route the mortise using a 5/8” router template guide and a 1/2” mortising bit. Some templates feature adjustable stops, accommodating door jambs of 1-3/8” or 1-3/4” thickness, offering versatility for various installation needs.