Overview

The Perko 0559DP is a black door catch pair for holding interior doors, lockers, and access panels shut on board. It uses a compact stud-and-catch layout, with a 1-1/8 x 3/8 in stud and a 1-3/8 x 7/8 in catch, so it suits installations where space is limited and a simple mechanical hold is all that is needed.

The black polymer construction keeps the hardware light and straightforward, which works well in cabin joinery and other interior areas where you want a door to stay closed underway without moving to a larger latch or lock set. This is also a practical replacement when the existing catch footprint and screw size match what is already on the boat.

Key features

• Sold as a pair for two matching catch points
• Black polymer construction for a clean, low-visibility look on interior joinery
• Stud size of 1-1/8 x 3/8 in helps when replacing an existing catch with the same footprint
• Catch size of 1-3/8 x 7/8 in fits tight spaces where a larger latch would be unnecessary
• Mounting pattern uses No. 4 round-head screws

Compatibility and fit

This catch style is best suited to non-locking closures where the goal is to keep a door or panel from swinging open with boat motion. Before ordering, compare the stud and catch dimensions with your current hardware and check that your mounting surface is set up for No. 4 round-head screws.

It is a good match for owners replacing worn catches on cabin doors, locker fronts, or light access panels and wanting the same simple function without changing to a different latch style.

Installation and use

For the cleanest fit, line up the stud and catch so the door closes square and the catch engages without forcing the panel sideways. On boats with lightweight joinery or thin backing material, it is worth checking screw bite and door alignment before drilling new holes, especially if this is being fitted in place of another brand or another Perko figure.