How to Choose the Right Sheet Metal Hinges?

The following aspects need to be considered when choosing a suitable sheet metal hinge:

Specification selection‌: The specifications of the hinge include straight bend, medium bend, large bend, etc. The specific choice depends on the installation method and space restrictions of the cabinet door.

Buffering effect‌: The buffering effect of the hinge is divided into full damping and half damping. The full damping hinge will automatically close slowly when the cabinet door is opened at an angle greater than 35 degrees to prevent the cabinet door from swinging repeatedly and affecting its life; the half damping hinge has no buffering when the door is opened at a small angle, and only has damping when it is fully opened, and may loosen after a long time of use.

‌Structure selection‌: Fixed hinges are cheap but inconvenient to disassemble, while detachable hinges are convenient for direct disassembly.

Material selection‌: Commonly used materials include 304 stainless steel and cold rolled steel. Stainless steel is stable and not easy to rust, but cold rolled steel has stronger anti-rust ability and load-bearing capacity after plating, which is suitable for heavy cabinet doors.

Brand selection‌: Well-known brands such as Häfele, Hettich, Blum, etc. have guaranteed quality. Domestic brands such as DTC Dongtai, Gute, and Higold are also good choices.

‌Installation and maintenance suggestions‌:

Before installation, make sure that the hinges match the cabinet doors and cabinets to avoid problems after installation.

Check the tightness of the hinges regularly and tighten them if necessary.

Use lubricating oil to keep the hinges running smoothly and avoid jerky and noise.