The Henny Penny 16116 is the front lid latch — the structural metal hook assembly mounted at the end of the centre crossbar that locks the fryer lid firmly onto the frypot body during the pressurised cooking cycle. When the operator pushes the crossbar handle down, this latch engages under the frypot rim, working in conjunction with the latch spring components to hold the lid sealed under pressure.

This is the primary structural locking component of the entire lid assembly. A cracked, worn, or broken lid latch means the fryer cannot be safely operated and must be taken out of service immediately until the latch is replaced.

Key Features

• Complete front lid latch hook assembly — one unit supplied
• Structural metal construction designed to withstand repeated pressure cycling in commercial frying environments
• Fits the centre crossbar of Henny Penny 500, 561, and 600 series pressure fryers — gas and electric
• Dimensions: approx. 113mm × 146mm × 88mm | Weight: approx. 1,089g
• Parts Town description: LATCH — CENTER BAR | Parts Town reference: HEN16116

Compatibility

This lid latch is compatible with the following Henny Penny commercial pressure fryer models:

• Henny Penny PFE-500 / PFG-500 / PFE-500-CFA
• Henny Penny PFE-561 / PFG-561
• Henny Penny PFE-600 / PFG-600
• Henny Penny CFA-500 / CFA-600
• Henny Penny Computron 8000 / Fastron series

Compatible with both gas and electric variants. If you are unsure whether this assembly fits your specific serial number or build date, contact our team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.

Why LaunchCatering Ltd

LaunchCatering Ltd is a trusted UK-based supplier of commercial catering equipment spare parts. We dispatch from UK stock — no waiting on US or European shipping for an urgent, high-value structural part. Order before 4pm for next business day delivery to mainland UK addresses. Our team is available to confirm compatibility and advise on companion parts before you order.

Important Information

The lid latch is a safety-critical structural component. Replacement must be carried out by a competent engineer with the fryer fully powered down, depressurised, and cooled. When replacing the lid latch, always inspect and replace the adjacent latch spring kit (16199) and tag spring weldment (33480) — these parts all work together and should be renewed as a set. Also available as a complete kit with the latch knob (LC-16116-KIT).

Related Parts

• Red Latch Knob (Henny Penny 16102) — the operator grip knob on the latch body; available separately or as a bundle
• Complete Front Lid Latch Kit (LC-16116-KIT) — 16116 latch + 16102 knob supplied together
• Latch Spring Kit (Henny Penny 16199) — front latch spring, pin and E-clips; inspect during any latch service

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