Product Description
Colored Chain Link Fork Clamp — Powder-Coated, Professional Grade (Black, Brown, Green)
- Build a Padlockable Fork Latch — Pairs with a powder coated gate fork latch to create a secure, easy-to-use gate latch
- Professional Grade — Heavy pressed steel with galvanized base metal for long service life
- Color-Durable Finish — Powder-coated in Black, Brown, or Green to complement common color chain link systems
- Fast, Field-Friendly Install — Two 5/16″ × 1-1/4″ carriage bolts (not included) clamp the assembly in minutes
- Sized to Fit — Choose 1-3/8″, 1-5/8″, or 2″ (1-7/8″ O.D.) round gate uprights
This professional grade colored fork clamp is one half of the classic chain link fork latch assembly. Clamp it around your round gate upright, sandwich a matching color fork between the halves, and you’ve got a dependable, padlock-ready closure for residential and light commercial chain link walk gates. The pressed-steel body with galvanized substrate and a tough powder-coat finish handles daily use and weather while keeping your hardware looking sharp.
Why Choose This
- Contractor-trusted part used on professional installations
- Simple, repeatable setup with standard tools
- Corrosion resistance from galvanized steel under a durable color topcoat
- Security-ready — padlock-capable when used with a compatible fork (padlock not included)
Specifications
| Fork Clamp Size | 1-3/8" | 1-5/8" | 2" |
| Actual Gate Frame Size (O.D) | 1-3/8" | 1-5/8" | 1-7/8" |
| Weight | .47 lbs | .50 lbs | .58 lbs |
| Material | Galvanized Steel | Galvanized Steel | Galvanized Steel |
| Coating | Powder Coat | Powder Coat | Powder Coat |
| Color | Black, Brown, Green | Black, Brown, Green | Black, Brown, Green |
| Typical Usage | Residential Chain Link Gates | Residential Chain Link Gates | Residential / Commercial Chain Link Gates |
Installation
Place each clamp half around the gate upright at latch height. Position the color fork (sold separately) between the halves so the fork’s bolt hole aligns with the outer clamp hole. Insert a 5/16″ × 1-1/4″ carriage bolt through the first clamp half, the fork, and the second clamp half; add the nut. Insert the second carriage bolt through the inner holes and tighten both nuts until snug while ensuring the fork moves freely for smooth latching. Tip: If your carriage bolts are galvanized and you want a darker look, you can spray-paint them to blend with surrounding hardware.
Buying Guide
- Size selection: Match the clamp to your round gate upright — 1-3/8″, 1-5/8″, or 2″ (1-7/8″ O.D.).
- Fork selection: Choose a color fork sized to your latch post O.D. so it seats squarely when closed.
- Security: For a lockable setup, add a compatible padlock through the fork/clamp holes (padlock not included).
- Finish choice: Black, Brown, and Green finishes are designed to complement common color chain link systems.
- Hardware needed: Two 5/16″ × 1-1/4″ carriage bolts/nuts (not included).
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this clamp padlockable?
- Yes. When paired with a compatible fork, a padlock can be placed through the aligned fork and clamp holes (padlock not included).
- Does this include the fork and bolts?
- No. The clamp is sold individually. Order the color fork and 5/16″ × 1-1/4″ carriage bolts/nuts separately.
- Which size should I choose?
- Select the clamp size that matches your round gate upright: 1-3/8″, 1-5/8″, or 2″ (1-7/8″ actual O.D.).
- Will this match my fence exactly?
- Finishes are designed to complement common Black, Brown, and Green chain link systems. Exact matches can vary due to manufacturer and age/fade of existing components.
- Can I retrofit this on an existing gate?
- Yes. The two-bolt clamp design makes it a straightforward upgrade on most round-tube chain link gates.
