Stainless Steel Spring Hatch Holder – 210 mm Support Rod

This spring hatch holder keeps your lid or hatch securely propped open, freeing up your hands and increasing onboard safety. With a 210 mm length, it fits many standard boat hatches, locker lids, and compartment doors. How it works: as you lift the hatch, the spring rod extends and locks straight – holding the hatch at an open angle. To close, simply raise the hatch a bit further or push up slightly, and the spring mechanism “breaks” its locked position, folding to allow the hatch to close smoothly.

Made of high-quality stainless steel, this support strut resists corrosion and can withstand repeated use under load. The polished finish ensures the spring action remains smooth and adds a clean look to your installation.

Advantages & Usage:

• Universal Design: The 210 mm spring holder suits a wide range of applications – from bilge and engine hatches to lazarette lids, fish box covers, and even RV or camper trailer doors. It is recommended for small to medium-sized lids, where the 210 mm length provides a sufficient opening angle (around 90° or more when fully extended).
• Easy Installation: Mount one end of the support to the stationary frame (e.g., hatch coaming or interior wall) and the other end to the moving lid, using screws or bolts (stainless hardware recommended, not included). Its slim design (~11 mm coil diameter) fits in tight spaces and won’t obstruct storage.
• Safety First: This mechanism eliminates the risk of a hatch slamming shut due to wind or boat movement. It’s especially useful for fuel tank access panels, battery box lids, or galley compartment doors, where you often need both hands free and want the lid to stay open on its own.
• Quiet & Reliable: Unlike gas struts, the spring holder contains no oil and operates silently. It’s mechanically simple and dependable – performing consistently in all temperatures with no chance of leaking or losing pressure over time.
• Low Maintenance: With all-metal, rustproof components, very little upkeep is required. You can apply a drop of light oil to the hinge joint occasionally if needed. Check the mounting screws periodically – with proper installation and normal use, this spring latch will give many years of trouble-free service.