PERKO Surface Mount Lock & Latch is a practical marine hardware solution designed for securing and operating boat hatches, lockers, access panels, and storage compartments. Its surface-mount configuration provides a clean, compact installation on smooth or carpeted mounting areas. The round body fits into a 2-1/2-inch-diameter mounting hole and is suitable for panels from 1/8 inch to 3/4 inch thick, making it adaptable to various marine cabinetry and hatch arrangements. The pictured white-body model features a chrome-plated zinc-alloy “T” handle that provides a convenient grip for opening and closing the connected panel.

This marine flush latch combines a polymer body with a stainless steel stem and a chrome-plated zinc-alloy handle. When lowered, the “T” handle sits flush in both the open and closed positions through 180-degree rotation, except when an offset cam bar is positioned upward. This low-profile arrangement helps reduce protruding hardware on hatch lids, locker doors, and compartment panels while maintaining convenient access. A rubber seal and boot are positioned beneath the handle to help limit water intrusion around the internal mechanism. These characteristics make it useful where marine buyers require functional boat latches and locks with a neat, integrated appearance.

The PERKO surface mount latch can be installed in cockpit lockers, under-seat storage areas, deck-access panels, cabin compartments and other suitable boat furniture. Its handle can also serve as a finger grip when lifting compatible lightweight hatches or panels. The surface-mount design is helpful for replacement projects as well as new marine installations, provided the mounting-hole diameter, panel thickness, cam-bar reach, and required clearance are checked beforehand. Different cam-bar configurations are available within the PERKO 1092 product range, so buyers should confirm that the supplied or selected cam bar matches the depth and position of the intended compartment.

The pictured 1092001-WHT configuration is a non-locking latch rather than a key-operated hatch lock. It has a white polymer body, a chrome-finished “T” handle, and an offset cam-bar arrangement. The applicable adjustment range for this specific configuration is 3/4 inch to 2-3/8 inches. Buyers searching for a PERKO hatch lock should confirm whether key-operated security is required, because appearance alone does not determine whether a model locks. Correct model identification is particularly important when replacing existing boat hatch locks, boat compartment latches, or similar marine cabinet hardware.

With its straightforward operation and compact round profile, this PERKO marine latch supports convenient everyday access without occupying unnecessary space on the panel surface. It can be considered for recreational boats, fishing boats, motorboats, yachts, and other vessels requiring an accessible hatch or compartment closure. Before installation, measure the panel carefully and verify the required cam-bar position, adjustment range, and space behind the mounting surface. This helps ensure that the latch can rotate correctly and engage the intended keeper or compartment edge.

Key Features:

• PERKO Surface Mount Lock & Latch begins with a compact, low-profile design for marine hatches, lockers, access panels, and storage compartments.
• Installs through a 2-1/2-inch-diameter mounting hole.
• Suitable for mounting surfaces from 1/8 inch to 3/4 inch thick.
• Features a chrome-plated zinc-alloy “T” handle for convenient manual operation.
• Includes a polymer body and stainless steel stem.
• The “T” handle folds down flush in the open or closed position through 180-degree rotation, except when an offset cam bar is positioned upward.
• Rubber seal and boot beneath the handle help limit water intrusion around the mechanism.
• Designed for installation on suitable smooth or carpeted surfaces.
• The pictured 1092001-WHT version has a white body, chrome handle, and offset cam bar.
• The pictured configuration provides a cam-bar adjustment range of 3/4 inch to 2-3/8 inches.
• This specific PERKO 1092 model is a non-locking boat hatch latch and does not use a key.
• Multiple cam-bar configurations are available within the product range for different installation depths.

Applications / Suitable For:

• PERKO Surface Mount Lock & Latch is suitable for controlling access to compatible boat hatches, deck lockers, cabinet doors, and storage compartments.
• Cockpit and deck-access panels on recreational boats.
• Under-seat lockers and enclosed storage areas.
• Cabin cabinetry and marine furniture compartments.
• Fishing-boat equipment lockers and utility-access panels.
• Motorboat and yacht hatch installations requiring a flush-folding handle.
• Replacement of a compatible marine flush latch with matching dimensions and cam-bar reach.
• New boat-building or refurbishment projects where a 2-1/2-inch mounting hole is appropriate.
• Smooth or carpeted mounting areas within the stated panel-thickness range.

FAQs:

Q: Is the PERKO Surface Mount Lock & Latch shown here key-locking?
A: No. The pictured 1092001-WHT configuration is a non-locking latch. Buyers requiring a key-operated PERKO hatch lock should select an appropriate locking model.

Q: What mounting hole does the PERKO Surface Mount Lock & Latch require?
A: It installs in a 2-1/2-inch-diameter hole and accommodates mounting surfaces from 1/8 inch to 3/4 inch thick.

Q: What materials are used in this PERKO marine latch?
A: It has a polymer body, a chrome-plated zinc-alloy “T” handle, and a stainless steel stem.

Q: Where can the PERKO Surface Mount Lock & Latch be installed?
A: It can be used on compatible boat hatches, lockers, cabinet doors, storage compartments, and access panels after confirming the dimensions and cam-bar reach.