Peli Case Latch, Clip, Lock, Catch, Closure 36mm, Black
A single failed latch is all it takes to undermine the protection that makes Peli cases legendary. This original spare part — a 36 mm double-step latch in standard black — is the exact closure component fitted in production, engineered to restore the watertight, dustproof and crushproof integrity your case was built with. Whether a latch has cracked on impact, snapped under load, or simply worn out after years of hard service, this genuine Peli replacement returns your case to factory specification.
Why the latch is part of the seal
On a Peli case the latch is far more than a clip that holds the lid shut. Each latch applies the precise, even clamping pressure that compresses the O-ring gasket against the lid, and it is that pressure that creates the protective seal. A cracked spring, a missing latch or one that no longer snaps home with its characteristic firm click leaves a section of the gasket under-loaded — and a seal is only as good as its weakest point. Water ingress, fine dust and the pressure differences of air travel or altitude all exploit that one weak corner. Replacing a damaged latch promptly is the difference between a case that still earns its IP rating and one that merely looks the part.
A field-ready repair, not a workshop job
For anyone moving cameras, drones, optics, medical instruments, survey gear or sensitive electronics in a Peli case, a spare latch is basic preparedness. Latches sit at the corners and take the brunt of drops, knocks against tailgates and the crush of stacked freight, so they are the component most likely to need attention over a case's long service life. Keeping one or two genuine latches in a kit bag means a five-minute fix on location instead of a case taken out of service.
Black is the standard production colour for the vast majority of the Peli Protector range, and matching the colour of the original hardware matters to anyone who values a clean, professional result. A replacement latch that stands out in a contrasting colour looks wrong on a black case; a genuine black latch is invisible — exactly as it should be. Whether the case goes into a broadcast truck, a laboratory, a field kit or airline hold baggage, black hardware maintains the discreet, professional appearance the original was built with.
How the latch is fitted
Peli latches are retained by a hinge pin. To remove a damaged latch, tap the pin out using a suitable punch and a hammer — never lever it with a screwdriver, which damages the case body and deforms the pin. With the old latch free, seat the new latch in the same position and tap the pin back in until it sits flush. The double-step design then operates as before: press to the first step to release tension, and fully to the second to open. No adhesives, no special tools beyond a punch and hammer, and no modification to the case are required.
Product specifications
- Type: Double-step, easy-open latch
- Width: 36 mm
- Height: 65 mm
- Weight: 0.034 kg
- Colour: Black
- Part number (MPN): 1553-942-110SP
- EAN: 019428119386
- TARIC code: 39269097
- Country of origin: USA
Compatible Peli cases
This 36 mm latch is a direct, drop-in replacement for the following Peli models:
- Peli 0340, 0350, 0370
- Peli 1400 (manufactured from 2009), 1430, 1440, 1450, 1495
- Peli 1500, 1510, 1510 Mobility Case, 1520, 1550, 1560, 1560 Mobility Case
- Peli 1600 (manufactured from 2008), 1610, 1610 Mobility Case, 1620, 1620 Mobility Case
- Peli 1630, 1640, 1650, 1660, 1690
Not sure it is the right part? Measure the width of the latch body across its base — if it reads 36 mm, this is your latch. If you would like a second opinion, send us your case model and we will confirm the fit before you order.
Peli Lifetime Guarantee
If you bought your Peli case from Drava and you need this part because of normal wear or a manufacturing fault rather than misuse, please get in touch before ordering. Under Peli's Lifetime Guarantee you may be entitled to the replacement at no cost, and we will handle the claim on your behalf so you are not left without a working case.
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Description
A single failed latch is all it takes to undermine the protection that makes Peli cases legendary. This original spare part — a 36 mm double-step latch in standard black — is the exact closure component fitted in production, engineered to restore the watertight, dustproof and crushproof integrity your case was built with. Whether a latch has cracked on impact, snapped under load, or simply worn out after years of hard service, this genuine Peli replacement returns your case to factory specification.
Why the latch is part of the seal
On a Peli case the latch is far more than a clip that holds the lid shut. Each latch applies the precise, even clamping pressure that compresses the O-ring gasket against the lid, and it is that pressure that creates the protective seal. A cracked spring, a missing latch or one that no longer snaps home with its characteristic firm click leaves a section of the gasket under-loaded — and a seal is only as good as its weakest point. Water ingress, fine dust and the pressure differences of air travel or altitude all exploit that one weak corner. Replacing a damaged latch promptly is the difference between a case that still earns its IP rating and one that merely looks the part.
A field-ready repair, not a workshop job
For anyone moving cameras, drones, optics, medical instruments, survey gear or sensitive electronics in a Peli case, a spare latch is basic preparedness. Latches sit at the corners and take the brunt of drops, knocks against tailgates and the crush of stacked freight, so they are the component most likely to need attention over a case's long service life. Keeping one or two genuine latches in a kit bag means a five-minute fix on location instead of a case taken out of service.
Black is the standard production colour for the vast majority of the Peli Protector range, and matching the colour of the original hardware matters to anyone who values a clean, professional result. A replacement latch that stands out in a contrasting colour looks wrong on a black case; a genuine black latch is invisible — exactly as it should be. Whether the case goes into a broadcast truck, a laboratory, a field kit or airline hold baggage, black hardware maintains the discreet, professional appearance the original was built with.
How the latch is fitted
Peli latches are retained by a hinge pin. To remove a damaged latch, tap the pin out using a suitable punch and a hammer — never lever it with a screwdriver, which damages the case body and deforms the pin. With the old latch free, seat the new latch in the same position and tap the pin back in until it sits flush. The double-step design then operates as before: press to the first step to release tension, and fully to the second to open. No adhesives, no special tools beyond a punch and hammer, and no modification to the case are required.
Product specifications
- Type: Double-step, easy-open latch
- Width: 36 mm
- Height: 65 mm
- Weight: 0.034 kg
- Colour: Black
- Part number (MPN): 1553-942-110SP
- EAN: 019428119386
- TARIC code: 39269097
- Country of origin: USA
Compatible Peli cases
This 36 mm latch is a direct, drop-in replacement for the following Peli models:
- Peli 0340, 0350, 0370
- Peli 1400 (manufactured from 2009), 1430, 1440, 1450, 1495
- Peli 1500, 1510, 1510 Mobility Case, 1520, 1550, 1560, 1560 Mobility Case
- Peli 1600 (manufactured from 2008), 1610, 1610 Mobility Case, 1620, 1620 Mobility Case
- Peli 1630, 1640, 1650, 1660, 1690
Not sure it is the right part? Measure the width of the latch body across its base — if it reads 36 mm, this is your latch. If you would like a second opinion, send us your case model and we will confirm the fit before you order.
Peli Lifetime Guarantee
If you bought your Peli case from Drava and you need this part because of normal wear or a manufacturing fault rather than misuse, please get in touch before ordering. Under Peli's Lifetime Guarantee you may be entitled to the replacement at no cost, and we will handle the claim on your behalf so you are not left without a working case.
