Description
Overview:
The Trombone Door Retainer, Stainless Steel, 466 mm (MPN 800 1320) is a spring‐loaded bar retainer designed to hold vehicle and plant body doors in the open position during loading, unloading and servicing. The main components are manufactured from 304 stainless steel with a polished finish for durability in outdoor and on-road environments, while the internal retainer spring is 316 stainless steel for enhanced corrosion resistance. With an overall length of 466 mm (approximately 18.35 in) and a width of 273.5 mm (approximately 10.77 in), this unit offers a robust and stable hold for side, rear or compartment doors. Ø6 mm (approximately 0.24 in) fixing holes allow straightforward installation to bodywork, frames or reinforcement plates using suitable fasteners. This style of "trombone" retainer is commonly specified on commercial vehicle bodies, trailers and plant transport, providing repeatable, low-maintenance door holding without loose straps or separate catches.
Key Features:
- 304 stainless steel construction with polished finish for durability
- 316 stainless steel internal retainer spring for corrosion resistance
- Overall length: 466 mm (approx. 18.35 in)
- Width: 273.5 mm (approx. 10.77 in)
- Ø6 mm (approx. 0.24 in) fixing holes for straightforward mounting
- Spring‐loaded action helps secure doors in the open position
- Suitable for exterior use on vehicle and trailer bodywork
- Brand: Indescar
Typical Applications:
Used on commercial vehicle bodies, box vans, rigid trucks, tippers, plant transporters and general haulage trailers to hold rear or side doors open. Also suited to service body compartments, tool lockers and site welfare or storage units where a positive door hold-open function is required in yard or site conditions.
Also known as:
Door stay, bar door holder, trombone catch, spring‐loaded door holder, truck body door retainer
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 800 1320 |
|---|---|
| Unit of Sale | 1 |

