The Multiquip EM201731 Drum Latch is a genuine OEM component designed for Essick Mixer equipment. Sourced directly from Multiquip, this drum latch is manufactured to the same specifications as the original part, ensuring a correct fit without the guesswork. It is confirmed compatible with the EM120SM and is the recommended replacement when the existing latch becomes worn, bent, or fails to secure properly.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction: — Manufactured to the exact dimensional and material tolerances of the original drum latch, so engagement and release action matches what the mixer was built with.
- Direct-Fit Replacement: — Designed to install in the same mounting position as the factory latch on EM120SM Essick Mixer models with no modification to the drum or frame.
- Essick Mixer Compatibility: — Verified fitment for the EM120SM, making part selection straightforward for Essick Mixer operators and service technicians.
- Drum Retention Integrity: — A functioning drum latch keeps the drum locked at the correct discharge angle during mixing and controlled during pour, preventing unintended rotation or spills.
- Operational Safety: — A failed or missing drum latch can result in uncontrolled drum movement during operation. Replacing a worn latch promptly maintains safe, predictable control over drum positioning.
The drum latch is a mechanical retention component that secures the mixer drum in a fixed position — whether upright during mixing or tilted for discharge. It engages a catch or pin on the drum frame to hold the drum steady against the forces generated during rotation. When the latch wears, cracks, or deforms, the drum can shift unexpectedly during use, compromising both mix quality and operator safety. Replacing the latch with a correctly specified part restores full control over drum positioning and keeps the mixer operating as intended.
Part Details
| Part Number | EM201731 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Drum Latch |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Essick Mixers | EM120SM |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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