Southco’s newest rotary latch, the R4-10, is available in single and two-stage options, and features an integrated rubber bumper that eliminates noise and vibration caused by normal operation, company officials said.

The R4-10 features a design that traps the striker between a rubber bumper and rotor. Without extra clearance or room to move, any noise potential that could be caused by metal-on-metal movement or vibration is eliminated, according to the company. While both the single and two-stage options provide secure latching, the two-stage option is designed specifically to prevent false latching conditions.