Taylor Made Products Utility Latch 551 for Hatches, Windows and Doors

The Taylor Made Products Utility Latch, part number 551, is a rugged black nylon latch designed for securing hatches, windows, doors, and other similar openings on a boat. Built to hold up to the marine environment, the nylon housing resists the corrosion that would quickly degrade a metal latch exposed to saltwater and UV. The latch is easy to install and comes complete with the mounting screws needed to mount it, so no separate hardware purchase is required. Its compact size (5.88 x 2.94 x 1.5 inches) allows it to fit into tight spaces around hatch frames, window surrounds, and door edges without adding bulk. This latch is a straightforward, functional fitting rather than a decorative one, making it a practical choice for boat owners doing routine maintenance, replacing a worn or broken latch, or outfitting a new hatch or door installation. At 0.17 pounds, it is light enough that it will not add meaningful weight to the fitting it is mounted on.

Specifications

• Brand: Taylor Made Products
• Manufacturer Part Number: 551
• Material: Nylon
• Color: Black
• Item Dimensions: 5.88 x 2.94 x 1.5 inches
• Package Dimensions: 6.81 x 3.15 x 1.42 inches
• Weight: 0.17 pounds
• UPC: 040011115515
• Category: Boat Hatches & Adjusters
• Included Components: Utility latch and mounting screws

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Taylor Made Products Utility Latch used for? The Taylor Made Products Utility Latch, part 551, is used to secure hatches, windows, doors, and similar openings on a boat.

What material is the Taylor Made Utility Latch 551 made of? It is made of rugged black nylon, which resists the corrosion that metal hardware can develop in a marine environment.

Does the Utility Latch 551 come with mounting hardware? Yes, the package includes mounting screws along with the latch itself, so it is ready to install without buying separate hardware.

How much does the Taylor Made Utility Latch weigh? The Taylor Made Products Utility Latch 551 weighs 0.17 pounds.

What are the dimensions of the Utility Latch 551? The latch measures 5.88 x 2.94 x 1.5 inches, and it ships in packaging measuring 6.81 x 3.15 x 1.42 inches.

Is the Taylor Made Utility Latch easy to install? Yes, part 551 is designed for easy installation and includes the mounting screws needed to fit it to a hatch, window, or door.

Is this latch sold as a single unit or in pairs? The Taylor Made Utility Latch 551 listing describes it as sold in pairs, giving two latches per package for matching openings such as a pair of hatch or window latches.

What color is the Taylor Made Utility Latch 551? The Utility Latch 551 is black.

Can the Utility Latch 551 be used on windows as well as hatches? Yes, Taylor Made designed the 551 latch for hatches, windows, doors, and similar applications on a boat.

What is the UPC for the Taylor Made Utility Latch 551? The UPC for the Taylor Made Products Utility Latch, part number 551, is 040011115515.