Child Safety Latch for Cabinets and Drawers

Version 3 of my safety latches for drawers and cabinets.  NEW IMPROVED PRINT SETTINGS RELEASED 16FEB2025

 

This version has a cleaner print and is modelled to reduce the amount of supports needed. The best orientation for strength is on the side so that the layers are perpendicular to the flexing. I upgraded this design to be able to print with PLA. I used to use ABS with my child locks and wanted to find a design to work using all the PLA I had laying around. I haven't had any issues using PLA+ yet but if your material is breaking feel free to reach out or you can use this design with other stronger and more flexible materials. I have not tried all of them but I have had some success with PETG and ABS. I did try CF Nylon but it was pretty stiff. It wasn't going to break but it wasn't going to bend much either.

 

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These latches are compatible with the original brackets!

 

The screws the clips were designed for are 6 x ½ sheet metal screws, but I imagine anything similar will work as long as they fit in the recesses.

 

Disclaimer:

*Please note that while this child safety lock design is offered for free and intended for personal use, I cannot assume responsibility for its manufacturing, distribution, or any potential misuse or failure to assure child safety.