The Ratchet Picture Hook is an auto-locking, heavy-duty picture hook designed for 2 mm perlon cords and stainless steel cable wire gallery systems. Featuring an intuitive press-and-release mechanism, this solid aluminium hook allows instant, tool-free height adjustments along your hanging wire while securely supporting heavy frames, mirrors, and exhibition canvases.
Key System Benefits
Self-Locking Auto-Ratchet Mechanism — Adjusting artwork height takes seconds without screwdrivers or manual thumb-screws. Simply press the spring-loaded top button to glide the hook smoothly along any 2 mm cable, then release to lock it instantly in place.
Heavy-Duty 15 kg to 30 kg Load Support — Engineered from durable anodised aluminium with a robust 11.5 mm barrel body, a single hook safely holds up to 15 kg. Pair two hooks on separate drop wires to support large canvases and heavy glass-fronted frames up to 30 kg.
Universal Hardware Compatibility — Featuring an 18.5 mm depth projection and a 3.5 mm hook lip opening, this hook seamlessly accepts picture hanging wire, D-rings, saw-tooth brackets, and gallery frame hangers.
Technical Specifications
Maximum Weight Capacity: 15 kg (33 lbs) per hook (30 kg when using a pair)
Wire Compatibility: Fits all standard 2 mm Perlon Wires & 2 mm Stainless Steel Cables
Locking Mechanism: Auto-locking ratchet (press top button to glide, release to clamp)
Hook Opening Clearance: Accommodates frame hardware up to 3.5 mm thick
Dimensions & Construction: Anodised aluminium (11.5 mm barrel width / 18.5 mm depth projection)
Primary Applications: Medium-to-heavy picture frames, large canvases, mirrors, and commercial gallery exhibitions
How to Use & Adjust the Ratchet Hook
- Press down on the spring-loaded top button to release the internal cable grip mechanism.
- Thread your 2 mm perlon wire or steel cable down through the top button and out through the bottom opening.
- Slide the hook vertically along the cable to your desired display height.
- Release the top button to engage the auto-ratchet clamp securely onto the wire.
- Hang your frame hardware, D-ring, or bracket onto the hook lip and verify stability.
Safety Tip: For wider frames or artwork approaching 15 kg, use two drop wires and two Ratchet Hooks to distribute weight evenly up to 30 kg total load and prevent frame tilt.
What’s Included in the Box
1 × Ratchet Auto-Locking Picture Hook (15 kg Capacity / for 2 mm Wires)










