Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Hinge
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What is Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Hinge
Heavy duty stainless steel door hinges are designed with needle bearings to allow for easy door movement. Maximum door weight of 4,000 lbs.
Benefits Of Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Hinge
Corrosion Resistance
The hinges used in in marine, chemical, or pharmaceutical environments are prone to extreme working conditions. Over the time, small holes are formed in hinges made from other materials, which aggravates, and causes cracks and leaks. Unlike other materials, stainless steel offers higher resistance against corrosion. It is an alloy of nickel, chromium, molybdenum, and carbon. The nickel contributes to its corrosion resistance property. Hence, stainless steel heavy duty hinges offer superior resistance against corrosion and rust, and are increasingly popular in marine and chemical environments.
Improved Aesthetics
Many times, hinges are placed in the front of the doors and windows. Thus, aesthetic appeal is also one of the important considerations to be made in such cases. Although stainless steel appeals with its brilliant finish, still surface finishing helps improve its visual brilliance. There are a vast number of surface finishes, which help enriches surface brilliance of these hinges, and makes them suitable for a number of areas. These surface finishes also help reduce maintenance. Also, the stainless steel hinges are easy to clean, and their shine can be easily retained for a long time. Thus, stainless steel hinges find applications in pharmaceuticals, hospitals, kitchens, etc.
Excellent Temperature Resistance
Stainless steel hinges are often a good consideration for certain applications, where temperature is a concern. Some stainless steel grades such as 304 and 306 offer excellent the temperature resistance at high temperatures. Also, many grades of stainless steel offer excellent mechanical properties at cryogenic temperatures. This makes them extremely purposeful for diverse industrial applications where the temperature is one huge consideration.
Durability and Structural Integrity
Stainless steel has an excellent weight to strength ratio, which makes it a suitable material for heavy duty hinges. Also, stainless steel can be used in thinner thickness in comparison to other steel grades or materials. This leads to huge cost savings.
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Non Mortice Stainless Steel Hinge
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Stainless Steel Friction Hinge
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Why Choose Us
Competitive Prices
We offer our products at competitive prices, making them affordable for our customers. We believe that high-quality products should not come at a premium, and we strive to make our products accessible to all.
Rich Experience
Has a long-standing reputation in the industry, which makes it stand out from its competitors. With over many years of experience, they have developed the skills necessary to meet their clients' needs.
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The company has established marketing networks around the world to provide high-quality services to customers in an efficient and convenient manner.
Quality Assurance
In terms of quality assurance, the company strictly follows the standards and norms of the industry quality system. Adopt industry-leading testing equipment to ensure product quality and good reputation.
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Types of Heavy Duty Hinges
The load and frequency are two factors that play a key role in defining the usage of a heavy duty hinge. The most popular types of heavy duty hinges include the following
Heavy Duty Door Hinges
These types of door hinges have extreme load bearing capacities. Generally, these hinges come with two leaves and a central knuckle. The leaf thickness varies from 3/8 to 3″, while the maximum radial load bearing capacity can be between 4000 lbs – 25,000 lbs. These doors are used in military and defense, nuclear shielding doors, R&D labs.
Heavy Duty Gate Hinges
These hinges feature anti-sag and self-latching designs, which can be further padlocked for additional security. These gate hinges can support gates weighing 1,000 lbs. to 40,000 lbs.Generally, heavy duty gate hinges are made from carbon steel or stainless steel, which are durable, anti-resistant and anti-corrosive. Leaf thickness of heavy duty gate varies from 1″-3″, while the maximum radial load can be between 400 lbs. and 25,000 lbs. These hinges are used in chemical industry, refining industry and construction industry.
Heavy Duty Pivot Hinges
These hinges are generally used to attach the top and bottom part of any heavy door. These hinges allow doors to be opened and closed in both directions. Carbon steel or stainless steel are the types of material used for the construction of pivot hinges. The heavy duty pivot hinges are designed for doors weighing 1,000 lbs. and 40,000 lbs Heavy duty pivot hinges find applications in industries like marine, petroleum, food processing industries, agricultural and many more.
Heavy Duty Weld On Hinges
Heavy duty weld on hinges have excellent load bearing capacity, and thus are used in applications like machine doors, steel gates, electrical boxes etc.These types of hinges are offered in leaf thickness of 1/2″ and 5/16″, while the width is usually between 6″ and 6 1/2″. Carbon or stainless steel is the preferred choice for the material selection of these weld on hinges. These hinges can support door weights between 800 lbs. to 2,000 lbs. These hinges are commonly used in armored vehicles, fire doors, prison gates, shipment containers, and etc.
Design of Heavy-Duty Hinges
Heavy-duty hinges often have material thicknesses up to one-quarter inch. They can also be produced to almost any length requirement. Aluminum, brass, bronze, copper, galvanized steel, stainless steel, steel, and titanium are a few of the elements that are frequently utilized to create heavy-duty hinges. Because each material has a unique advantage, a customer's choice of hinge material is influenced by the application for which the hinge will be utilized. For instance, yellow-gold colored brass is a particularly appealing alloy.
It is frequently used to make heavy-strength, low-friction decorative hinges, especially with large door applications, because it is both moderately robust and extremely workable. The copper alloy bronze and the copper alloy brass are relatively similar, but bronze has a high concentration of tin, and brass has a high concentration of zinc. Bronze is ten percent less dense than stainless steel and is ductile, corrosion- and fatigue-resistant.
Bronze has a high level of resistance to saltwater corrosion. Therefore, heavy-duty bronze hinges are widely used in maritime applications and as door hinges on doors that are close to the ocean or a saltwater body of water. In addition, they are frequently used to support large doors and general cabinetry. Generally, a heavy-duty hinge will typically be built of stainless steel because steel alloys are robust.
Anyone that works with boats or submarines knows how important good hinges are. They have to perform well under a lot of stress and often hold the doors, hatches, and other parts in place that must be completely secure.
Some applications where heavy-duty stainless steel marine hinges are a must include:
Barges
Cargo is usually protected beneath large hatches, so heavy-duty hinge mechanisms can make accessing cargo easier.
Submarines
External hatches secure the lives of underwater sailors from the dangers of the sea, while internal hatches prevent leakage in the event of damage to one compartment.
Marine Engine Hatch Hinges
These hinges protect the vital inner workings of the vessel. Motor box hinges are particularly applicable for lids and hatches that cover equipment requiring routine maintenance.
Boat Hatches And Hinged Marine Windows
These functional marine accessories are most likely to receive the heaviest amount of regular use. Heavy-duty hinges can lengthen the life of these components, and minimize maintenance requirements.
Sturdy marine deck hinges make life onboard safe and secure for everyone from the weekend sailor to the high-seas fisherman. Regular hardware store hinges simply won't cut it when it comes to the harsh humidity and salt.
Considerations When Choosing Stainless Steel Hinges
Stainless steel is used for applications that need exceptional strength and corrosion resistance.
When choosing a hinge, it's important to consider the load it will support, which decides the size and material needed. It's critical to consider external and dynamic loads in addition to the weight of the moving item, which is often the part being carried and determines the load specifications.
Stainless steel hinges experience torque due to the door's center of gravity. When the door is wide and heavy, stainless steel hinges must support a door to prevent it from sagging.
Depending on the service or load, hinges can be welded, fastened, or screwed to the frame. Stainless steel hinges can be surface mounted, concealed, flush mounted, or overlayed.
Doors can have a full 180 or 90° rotation. The swing of a door determines the type of stainless steel hinge, if it can fit the available space, and whether it will interfere with passing through the door. Several types of stainless steel hinges are available, including friction or spring-loaded hinges to fix the position of the moving component.
Stainless steel hinges are ideal for doors and furniture due to their added aesthetic value. They can include ornate hinge patterns, such as butterfly and strap hinges. Hinges may need to be hidden for aesthetic reasons to provide a seamless, uninterrupted appearance.
End play, which refers to the lateral movement of the leaves along the pin, is called hinge orientation. Whether a hinge is left-handed or right-handed depends on the style of the door.
Components of Stainless Steel Hinges
Hinge Leaf
The leaf is the flat plate extending from the knuckle or barrel, designed to be attached to either the stationary or movable part. Stainless steel hinge leaves can be shaped in various ways to suit different door requirements or manufacturing processes. They may come with or without pre-drilled holes and are secured using screws or bolts.
Hinge Barrel or Knuckles
The barrel or knuckles, formed by bending the edges of the leaves, are the weight-bearing components of a stainless steel hinge. These knuckles connect the leaves when a pin is inserted through them. Once the pin is in place, the leaves can rotate around the knuckles.
Hinge Pin
The pin, or pintle, is a rod or shaft that joins the leaves by passing through the knuckles. Its narrow cylindrical design ensures that the leaves remain interlocked and securely connected, facilitating smooth rotation. This straightforward and effective method keeps the leaves together and enables their movement.
Finishes For Heavy Duty Hinges
Heavy duty hinges are available in a variety of finishes. The specific finish selected will depend on the application and the desired appearance. Typical finish/material combinations include:
This is a coated finish for carbon steel that provides for minimum protection against corrosion, and a base surface for more durable finishing paint.
This is a clear plating process applied over raw carbon steel that provides additional resistance to corrosion. The finish is silver in appearance, and often used with door and frame assemblies that are galvanized.
A clear plating process applied over a buffed or brushed carbon steel hinge, provides additional corrosion resistance and is aesthetically appealing.
This is a brushed finish applied to raw stainless steel (no plating) that provides a smooth, satin appearance for excellent resistance to corrosion and is aesthetically appealing.
Maintenance of Stainless Steel Hinges
Stainless steel hinges enhance processes and boost accessibility, safety, and security. Proper maintenance minimizes the risk of breakdowns or malfunctions in equipment. With regular care, stainless steel hinges will endure longer and maintain their strength.
Tightening screws is the simplest technique for inspecting and tuning stainless steel hinges. Whether a hinge is spring-loaded for commercial, domestic, or industrial purposes, repetitive actions can dislodge screws and damage threads. They should be retightened to ensure stainless steel hinge screws aren't eroding a door or frame.
Stainless steel hinges may require lubricating if they are making noise. Squeaky bullet hinges are frequently ignored due to their strength and compact size. Loud hinges can easily be fixed with simple oil or hinge/lock lubrication supplies. Proper lubrication ensures continued efficiency and facilitates accessibility.
Stainless steel hinges are a fantastic defense against rust. They are constructed from marine grade stainless steel, such as stainless steel grade 316, which does not rust like other metals. Stainless steel is strong and resistant to heavy use in industrial settings and is ideal for marine use.
Grime accumulates on hinges, particularly in warehouses or factories. Dirt, dust, and filth can harm the mechanism of a hinge. Oils, lubricants, and coatings should safeguard and offer further protection to stainless steel hinges. Silicone sprays can dissolve b
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