It can be hard to work out which hasp and staple fitting is best to use with your padlock. There are a couple of things to think about when selecting the fittings and this will largely depend on the padlocks you intend to use and where they will be located. Here are some handy tips to help work out which one will be suitable.
You will need to take into account what you are fixing them to and what level of security you are looking for. For example, most hasp and staples are designed to be used on flush doors but there are some fittings such as the Abus 110/195 that comes with an additional hinge, so these can be secured into a 90-degree corner. The fitting should be of a suitable size and security level to go along with the padlock you have selected. You may have to think about the level of weather resistance, depending on the environment you will be using the fitting in.
A big consideration is the diameter of the padlock shackle as this will need to fit through the eyelet of the staple (the loop on the fitting). You will also need to check the inner dimensions of the padlock loop, especially if you are using a closed shackle padlock. There needs to be enough clearance to allow the padlock not only to fit but also to close properly once on the fitting. Many of the fittings have a horizontal staple but you may find one with a vertical staple like the previously mentioned Abus 110/195, more suited to your needs. The vertical version is very popular when used with many of the closed shackle padlocks, as they allow the padlock to sit correctly and can take a padlock shackle diameter up to 12mm.
You will want to find a balance between the padlock being able to fit and not having too much movement as this allows leverage access. Each of the hasp and staple products on our website shows their individual measurements, simply click on the ‘more info’ button and then click onto the specification sheet. This will then show you what diameter shackle the fitting can take. You will still need to bear in mind the inner measurements of the shackle, especially on hasp and staples such as the Abus 140/120 that has a wider staple. This is ideal for use with the Abus Diskus padlocks as once fitted there is very little shackle exposed.
Although the majority of these fittings are the regular hasp and staple design, other choices include pad bars, door bolts and even padlock brackets. For those looking to use a locking device without the need of a padlock then there is the Squire Combi4, which is a door bolt with a built-in combination. The combination can be set to one of your choice and it can be locked in the open or closed position. With a variety of applications including sheds, equipment boxes and doors this product can be a very useful alternative to the standard padlock and fitting set up.
