Garage Door Auto Latch Striker – 1-1/2" Adjustment Slots, 7/16" Engagement Tabs

The Garage Door Auto Latch Striker is the track-mounted catch used with compatible spring-loaded garage door auto-latch systems. It provides the engagement point that the latch hooks into when the garage door reaches the closed position, allowing the mechanical lock system to secure the door.

This replacement striker is ideal for repairing an auto-latch system when the original striker is bent, damaged, missing, worn, or no longer aligned correctly with the latch.

The striker features 1-1/2" adjustment slots that allow its position to be fine-tuned during installation and 7/16" engagement tabs designed to provide positive latch engagement and added security.

Features

• Replacement garage door auto-latch striker

• Designed for compatible spring-loaded auto-latch locking systems

• Provides the engagement point for the garage door latch

• 1-1/2" adjustment slots allow positioning during installation

• 7/16" engagement tabs provide secure latch engagement

• Adjustable design helps compensate for latch alignment

• Useful for residential and light-commercial sectional doors

• Ideal for replacing bent, worn, damaged, or missing striker hardware

• Simple mechanical component with no electrical parts

• Sold individually

What Does the Auto Latch Striker Do?

The striker is the stationary part of an auto-latch locking system.

A spring-loaded latch is installed on the garage door, while the striker is positioned near the vertical track. As the garage door closes, the latch engages the striker.

Once properly engaged, the striker provides the catch point that prevents the latch from releasing until the locking system is intentionally operated.

Although it is a small component, proper striker position is essential for reliable operation of the complete locking system.

1-1/2" Adjustment Slots

The striker includes 1-1/2" slotted mounting openings.

These slots provide adjustment during installation so the striker can be positioned to line up correctly with the spring latch.

This adjustment can be especially useful when:

• Replacing an existing striker

• Correcting minor latch misalignment

• Installing new lock hardware

• Servicing an older garage door

• Adjusting a latch system after door hardware has been replaced

The striker should be positioned so the latch engages smoothly without excessive force or binding.

7/16" Engagement Tabs

The striker incorporates 7/16" engagement tabs.

These tabs provide the physical surface that the auto latch engages when the door is locked.

Correct alignment between the latch and these tabs is important. If the striker is positioned too high, too low, or too far from the latch, the locking system may not fully engage or release correctly.

Common Applications

This striker can be used for:

• Replacing a damaged auto-latch striker

• Repairing a garage door mechanical lock system

• Replacing a missing striker

• Correcting worn locking hardware

• Installing a compatible spring-latch system

• Residential sectional garage doors

• Light-commercial sectional doors

• Traditional keyed T-handle and auto-latch systems

Compatible Lock Systems

The Auto Latch Striker is intended for garage doors using a compatible spring-loaded auto-latch system.

It may be used as part of systems incorporating:

• Spring latches

• Keyed T-handles

• Inside release handles

• Sash chain

• S-hooks

• Mechanical latch linkage

The striker itself is only one component of the complete locking system.

If the door does not already have compatible latch hardware, additional components may be required.

Specifications

• Product Type: Garage Door Auto Latch Striker

• SSC Part Number: 574

• Adjustment Slot Length: 1-1/2"

• Engagement Tab: 7/16"

• Application: Mechanical Garage Door Auto-Latch System

• Operation: Mechanical

• Quantity: 1 Striker

Package Contents

• 1 × Auto Latch Striker

Replacement Considerations

A damaged or incorrectly positioned striker can cause several problems, including:

• Latch failing to engage

• Door failing to lock securely

• Latch binding during operation

• Difficulty unlocking the door

• Uneven engagement between the left and right sides

• Excessive wear on the latch mechanism

Before replacing the striker, inspect the spring latch and surrounding hardware to make sure the striker itself is the source of the problem.

Installation Notes

Install the striker in alignment with the corresponding auto latch.

Use the 1-1/2" adjustment slots to position the striker so that:

• The latch enters the striker cleanly

• The latch fully engages the 7/16" engagement tabs

• The latch releases without binding

• The striker does not interfere with rollers or track movement

• The door moves freely when the lock is released

Do not fully tighten the mounting hardware until the latch alignment has been tested.

After positioning, secure the striker and cycle the locking mechanism several times by hand.

Important for Automatic Garage Door Openers

If the garage door is equipped with an electric opener, all mechanical latches must be completely disengaged before operating the opener.

Never operate an automatic opener against a locked garage door.

Doing so can damage the opener, door sections, track, lock hardware, or other components.

Safety

Always verify that the auto latch has fully released from the striker before attempting to open the garage door.

Do not force a garage door that remains mechanically locked.

Garage doors contain heavy moving components and may also include springs and cables under substantial tension. Work involving the counterbalance system should be performed only by individuals familiar with proper garage door service procedures.