{"product_id":"sea-dog-324180-1-windshield-thumb-latch-black-uv-resistant-nylon-1-1-2-twist-latch-for-boat-windshield-doors","title":"Sea-Dog Thumb Latch Windshield Latch, Black Nylon, 324180-1 (Pair)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sea-Dog 324180-1 is a Thumb Latch style windshield latch designed to secure boat windshield doors with a simple twist action. It is built from UV resistant black injection molded nylon, giving it long-term resistance to sun exposure, saltwater spray, and the vibration boats experience while underway. The twist-to-lock thumb design lets you open and close the windshield door quickly with one hand, while holding the door firmly shut so it does not rattle or work loose from engine vibration at cruising speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis latch measures 1-1\/2 inches in total length, with a tab height of 11\/16 inch, a tab thickness of 3\/16 inch, and a tab lift of 1\/16 inch measured from the bottom of the latch to the bottom of the tab. These dimensions determine how the latch engages its mating strike or frame, so they are worth checking against your existing hardware before ordering. The latch is finished in black to blend in with most windshield frame finishes and door trim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSea-Dog sells the 324180-1 as a pair, so both latches needed for a typical windshield door are included in one purchase. It is a direct fit replacement for the same Sea-Dog thumb latch already installed on many boats, making it a straightforward swap when an existing latch cracks, seizes up, or loses its twist action from age and UV exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sea-Dog\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 324180-1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thumb Latch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-1\/2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTab Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11\/16 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTab Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/16 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTab Lift:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/16 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nylon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e UV resistant black injection molded nylon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold as a pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.024 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 035514324137\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat style of latch is the Sea-Dog 324180-1?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a Thumb Latch style windshield latch, opened and closed with a simple twist of the thumb tab, rather than a wing-style or double-latch design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many latches come in one order?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sea-Dog 324180-1 is sold as a pair, so both latches typically needed for one windshield door are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the dimensions of this latch?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 324180-1 measures 1-1\/2 inches in total length, with an 11\/16 inch tab height, a 3\/16 inch tab thickness, and a 1\/16 inch tab lift from the bottom of the latch to the bottom of the tab.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is the latch made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is made of UV resistant black injection molded nylon, chosen to hold up against sun exposure and saltwater without becoming brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this latch stop my windshield door from rattling?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the Sea-Dog 324180-1 is designed to hold the windshield door firmly closed to prevent rattling caused by engine vibration at speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat color is the 324180-1 latch?\u003c\/strong\u003e It comes in black, matching the finish of most windshield frames and door trim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this latch a direct replacement for my existing Sea-Dog thumb latch?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 324180-1 is Sea-Dog's Thumb Latch model, so it is a direct match for boats already fitted with this same part; confirm the 1-1\/2 inch length and 11\/16 inch tab height against your current latch before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the 324180-1 weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The pair weighs 0.024 pounds total.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the UPC for the Sea-Dog 324180-1?\u003c\/strong\u003e The UPC on the Sea-Dog 324180-1 Thumb Latch is 035514324137.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the 324180-1 come with mounting screws?\u003c\/strong\u003e The listing covers the nylon thumb latch pair itself; no separate hardware is specified for the 324180-1.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is the Thumb Latch different from Sea-Dog's Single Wing Latch or Double Latch?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 324180-1 Thumb Latch uses a twist-to-lock thumb tab, while Sea-Dog's Single Wing Latch and Double Latch models use a different locking geometry and different dimensions, so they are not interchangeable with the 324180-1.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 324180-1 suitable for saltwater use?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the UV resistant black injection molded nylon construction of the 324180-1 is built to resist saltwater spray and sun exposure typical of marine environments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sea-Dog","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48988660596955,"sku":"S-D-324180-1","price":2.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/6955_c84deda9-f98f-4966-8c7f-2a2ab4ff47f0.jpg?v=1784426073","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/sea-dog-324180-1-windshield-thumb-latch-black-uv-resistant-nylon-1-1-2-twist-latch-for-boat-windshield-doors","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}