2025-11-05
Hinge Installation Guide
Cabinet Hinge Installation Tutorial — From Selection to Fine-Tuning
Global terms (Full Overlay / Half Overlay / Inset) × Taiwan mapping (6 points / 3 points / Inset) × Field-ready workflow
1) Core Terminology & Mapping
| International | English Term | Taiwan Mapping | Key Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Overlay | Full Overlay | 6 points | Door fully covers the side panel; common for single doors and system cabinets. |
| Half Overlay | Half Overlay | 3 points | Two doors share one partition; each covers half of the reveal. |
| Inset | Inset | Inset | Door sits flush inside the frame for a minimal, clean look. |
Tip: Local shop terms (straight arm / half-cranked / large-cranked) map back to Overlay/Inset as the global naming standard.
2) How to Choose — One-Pass Decision
- Door vs. carcass relationship: Full Overlay for full coverage (6 points); Half Overlay when two doors share a partition (3 points); Inset for a flush look.
- Environment: Cold-rolled steel for general indoor use; select SUS304 stainless for kitchens, bathrooms, coastal or high humidity.
- Function: Choose soft-close for quiet closing; choose clip-on (self-remove) for frequent service or quick assembly.
- Mounting strength: Use 4-hole plates or a wing (airplane) plate for heavy doors/high cycles.
3) Opening Angle & Tolerance
- In practice, typically around 90°; due to hinge geometry, part accuracy, and assembly variance, actual results commonly fall within 90–100° (normal tolerance).
- If interference occurs (e.g., wall or handle), resolve it by adjusting the boring C-distance and plate position, or by repositioning the handle/door stop. Re-verify reveals after adjustment.
- ＊When “special-angle” models are provided, we will append a dedicated subsection here.
4) Door Boring & Design Sizes
| Item | Suggested | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cup diameter | Ø35 (mainstream), Ø40 (optional) | Choose by door thickness and design; most systems use Ø35. |
| Cup depth | ≈ 11.5 mm | Fine-tune per cup height; avoid break-through. |
| Cup C-distance | 3–6 mm | Affects overlay and reveals; too large/small impacts fit. |
| Door thickness | 15–22 mm | Typical furniture range; verify cup height for thick doors. |
| Door–carcass gap | 1.5–2.0 mm | Allow for thermal expansion and finishing tolerances. |
5) Standard Installation Checklist
- Marking & layout: Confirm cup C-distance, plate height, and designed reveals.
- Bore the cup: Use a Forstner bit to drill Ø35 (or Ø40) to ~11.5 mm depth.
- Install the cup: Seat the cup in the bore and fasten with screws.
- Fix the plate: Mount the plate on the side panel (2-hole / 4-hole / wing (airplane)).
- Hang & align: Use three-way adjustments (in/out, up/down, left/right) to set faces and reveals.
- Functional check: Cycle the door; if interference occurs, re-adjust boring/plate positions or handle/stop location and re-verify clearances.
6) Materials & Surface Finish
| Category | Options / External Positioning | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Cold-rolled steel (general) / SUS304 stainless (corrosion-resistant) | Indoor furniture: CRS; high-humidity/coastal: SUS304. |
| Surface finish | Nickel only (unified appearance, stable supply) | Consistent look across the range. |
7) Frequently Asked Questions
Do I install the door side or carcass side first?
Process and mount the cup on the door first, then fix the plate on the carcass, hang the door, and do three-way fine-tuning.
Door hits wall or handle — how do I solve it?
Adjust the boring C-distance and plate position; if needed, reposition the handle or door stop. Re-check reveals after adjustment.
How to tell Full vs. Half Overlay vs. Inset?
Full Overlay fully covers the side; Half Overlay shares one partition between two doors; Inset sits flush inside the frame.
8) Example Models — Quick Reference
| Model | Positioning | Summary | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| H1066 | Standard concealed hinge | Supports Full/Half Overlay & Inset; clip-on or non-clip; 2-hole / 4-hole plate options. | EN / 中文 |
| H1066SC | Soft-close variant | Same platform as H1066, with soft-close mechanism; configurations follow the series. | EN / 中文 |
| H1242SC | SUS304 stainless, soft-close | Corrosion-resistant choice; Ø35 cup, 4-hole plate; wing or square plate available. | EN / 中文 |
Key Takeaways: Choose by door/carcass relation (Full/Half Overlay, Inset). Bore Ø35 (Ø40 optional). Material: CRS for indoor; SUS304 for high humidity/coastal. Surface finish: Nickel only. Opening is typically ~90°, with 90–100° tolerance. Interference is solved by positional adjustments, not by add-on devices.
Last updated: 2025-11-05
