Grade 11 hinges are heavy-duty, commercial-grade door hinges, certified under European standard BS EN 1935 to support doors weighing up to 80 kg (approximately 176 lbs). They are highly durable, cycle-tested for up to 200,000 operations, and legally rated for 30- and 60-minute timber fire doors.
Suitable for domestic fire doors and low traffic commercial doors with up to 10 occupants. Grade 11 hinges suitable for doors up to 80kg. EN1634 tested and approved for 30 and 60 minute fire doors. BS EN 1935 performance tested to 200000 cycles. 102 x 76 x 2.7mm ball bearing hinges for smooth operation.
Grade 11 - suitable for doors weighing up to 80kg. Tested and certified to BS EN 1634 for use on 30/60 minute fire doors.
Our CE Grade 13 hinge is for use on heavy doors up to 120kg. It features a five knuckle ball bearing hinge for reduced friction and increased durability, and is template drilled for consistency and accuracy.
High performance Grade 14 hinges are fire rated to BS EN 1935, and can support 160kg door weight. This product has been fire-tested for an hour on timber doors. Made with grade 201 stainless steel.
The five most well known types of hinge are butt hinges, spring hinges, tee hinges, parliament hinges and cabinet hinges. Butt hinges are particularly well known.
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The strongest hinge type depends on the application, with heavy-duty weld-on barrel hinges supporting the most weight (up to 3,000 lbs), while continuous (piano) hinges provide the best load distribution for full-length fixtures. Ball-bearing hinges are the most common choice for heavy commercial doors.
They're rated Grade 7 under BS EN 1935 which means they've been run through 200,000 test cycles, and they have been fire tested for 30 minutes on timber doors. The hinges have an attractive finish to complement your chosen handles and your style of home.
Tool steel 1.2344 (also known as AISI H13 steel or just H13) is a tool steel grade standardised for hot working. The main feature of this grade is the combination of alloyed elements of chromium, molybdenum and vanadium, Cr-Mo-V, which provides a high wear resistance to thermal shock.
8 gauge is thicker than 11 gauge.
Weld-On Hinges
Weld-on hinges offer unparalleled strength for metal gates, fusing directly to the structure for maximum stability and distributed load-bearing. These heavy-duty components provide exceptional weight support and are the best option for extremely heavy gates and high-security installations.
The three main types of hinges are butt hinges, concealed hinges, and continuous hinges. Butt hinges are visible when the door is closed, concealed hinges are hidden, and continuous hinges run the full length of the door for maximum support. Understanding these hinge varieties is just the beginning.
Grade 0 - No defined corrosion resistance • Grade 1 - Mild resistance • Grade 2 - Moderate resistance Page 5 • Grade 3 - High resistance • Grade 4 - Very high resistance. DIGIT 7 - SECURITY - BURGLAR-RÉSISTANCE. Two grades of security are identified for hinges manufactured to this European Standard.
This range of door hinges are Grade 11 fire rated under BS EN 1935, have been tested to 200,000 cycles and can hold interior doors that weigh up to 80kg. These products have been fire-tested for an hour on timber doors.
Grade 13 Fire Door Hinges available in a choice of Satin Stainless Steel, Polished Stainless Steel or Brass Plated Stainless Steel finishes. Security pinned caps, these high quality hinges are fire tested to BS EN1634-1: 2000 - FD60 timber and FD240 steel.
For fire doors, it's generally recommended to use Grade 13 hinges. Grade 13 hinges are designed to meet the stringent requirements of fire safety regulations and can withstand the weight and stress associated with fire doors.
For exterior doors, steel hinges are the gold standard. Stainless steel offers superior corrosion resistance and strength, making it ideal for withstanding the elements and potential security threats.
The best door hinge for your project depends on the door's weight, placement, and style. For heavy, high-traffic doors, premium ball-bearing hinges are ideal. For modern, minimalist interiors, completely concealed 3D-adjustable hinges are preferred. For exterior gates or utility doors, heavy-duty self-closing and pivot hinges are superior.
Weld-on hinges: Heavy-duty weld-on hinges are among the strongest options for attaching a full-size metal door to a metal frame.
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A fire rated grade 7 ball bearing butt hinge, supplied with fixings for easy installation. Fire rated to 30 and 60 minutes, and tested to 200,000 cycles, this butt hinge is suitable for internal wooden fire doors. It also comes equipped with ball bearings for reduced friction and increased durability.
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