

When closed, the hasp slotted end fits over a well-fixed staple through which the padlock slides to trap the hasp. In simple terms it is used to clip a lid, door or a lockable cover.The hinged section of the hasp features some holes, which are used to screw when mounting it.

It is mostly secured by pin or a padlock. In a padlock "locking system", a hasp is necessary to ensure that your belongings are safe under the padlock.Ī hasp is a device, fastener to a door, or any cover with a hinged metallic strap/band that fits over a staple (a metallic loop). However, padlocks are widely used as secondary locking mechanism to keep tool boxes locked. For centuries, padlocks have been in use and are still in use on different buildings and mostly on garage doors though more advanced security systems have been invented.
