SOSS
HINGE INFORMATION
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Invisible Barrel Hinges
Our line of barrel hinges offers the user more variety and
easier installation. Made of solid brass with brass links. Easily installed, no mortising,
just drill to the proper size and insert the hinge. Totally invisible from either side
when the door is closed. Expandable wedge design gives adjustment for secure fastening.
Hinge opens to 180°. Made of solid brass and solid quality from SOSS. Not
for load bearing applications.
Easily Installed
Secure mounting in the wooden door or panel is achieved by tightening the tensioning
screw. To accommodate high loading, the cylinders can be additionally secured by
installing a chipboard or wood screw in the groove on the exposed end
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| U.I.P. # |
Min. Door
Thickness |
Drill Bit
Needed (mm.) |
Drill Bit
Needed (in.) |
Dimensions
(in millimeters) |
| "A" |
"B" |
"C" |
"D" min. |
"E" max. |
| BH104 |
1/2" |
10 mm. |
25/64" |
10 |
11 |
16.5 |
2.5 |
2 |
| BH124 |
5/8" |
12 mm. |
15/32" |
12 |
13.5 |
20 |
3.5 |
2.2 |
| BH144 |
3/4" |
14 mm. |
35/64" |
14 |
15.5 |
23 |
3 |
3 |
| BH164 |
7/8" |
16 mm. |
5/8" |
16 |
16.5 |
25 |
3 |
3 |
| BH184 |
1-1/8" |
18 mm. |
45/64" |
18 |
18 |
27 |
3 |
3 |
| BH244 |
1-1/4" |
24 mm. |
15/16" |
24 |
25 |
36.5 |
3.5 |
4.5 |
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An assortment of specially modified SOSS Invisible Hinges
are available for use in computers, copiers, postage meters, and electronic equipment. If
you have a unique hinge installation application for our invisible or concealed hinges,
modifications can be made to any of our standard models, or see the pictures below for
more stlyes.
The Soss Quadrant Hinge
Ideal for Humidors and Jewelry Cases
Constructed of solid brass, the SOSS Quadrant Hinge is now available for woodworkers or
manufacturers of high quality wood products. The hinge is inlayed into the case or frame
making it absolutely invisible when the case is closed, yet good looking when open.
Available in either a high polish brass or bronze finish, the SOSS Quadrant Hinge adds
a custom touch to that special wood project.
Hinge
Number |
Description |
Door
Material |
Rating
(Minutes) |
Min. Door
Thickness |
| 216FR/216 |
Our regular #218 hinge with UL rating. |
wood/metal |
20/20 |
1 3/8" |
| 218FR/216 |
Our regular #218 hinge with UL rating. |
wood/metal |
20/20 |
1 3/4" |
| 218ICFR |
As above with invisible closer |
wood/metal |
20/20 |
1 3/4" |
| 220FR/220 |
Our regular #220 hinge with UL rating. |
wood/metal |
20/20 |
2" |
| 220ICFR |
#220 hinge & inv. closer with UL rating. |
wood/metal |
20/20 |
2" |
| 418 |
Similar to #218, but made of alloy steel |
wood/metal |
90/180* |
1 3/4" |
| 418IC |
As above, with closer |
wood/metal |
20/180* |
1 3/4" |
| 420 |
Similar to #220, but made of alloy steel |
metal |
180 |
2" |
| 420IC |
As above with invisible closer |
metal |
180 |
2" |
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| * The #418F Soss hinge (not with
closer) is for use on 90 minute wood faced doors constructed to Georgia Pacific
specifications utilizing 2" No. 10 screws; the hinge style must be a minimum of 2
3/16" wide. This may be made up from two pieces of 1" firestop and 3/16" of
wood. The #418IC (with closer) can be used on a 20 minute wood faced door or a 3 hour
rated steel door. |
#420
The Soss Invisible #420 hinge and the #420 closer are specifically designed with square
edges for metal doors.
The Underwriters Laboratories labeled #420 Soss Invisible Hinge and Soss Invisible
closer can be used on hollow metal, sheet metal, tin clad and steel composite swinging
type fire doors and frames rated up to and including 3 hours. Additionally, they can be
used on 20 minute rated wood doors and frames.
Allow no more than 20" of door height and 60 pounds per hinge or 55 pounds per
closer.
#418
The Underwriters Laboratories Labeled #418 Soss Invisible hinge and #418 closer can be
used on hollow metal, sheet metal, tin clad, and steel composite swinging type fire doors
and frames rated up to and including 3 hours. They also can be used on 20 minute rated
wood doors and frames.
Additionally, they can be used on wood/plastic composite doors constructed with Georgia
Pacific FSM-1 or FSM-2 banding for a rating up to and including 90 minutes.
Allow no more than 20" of door height and 60 pounds per hinge or 55 pounds per
closer. Special jamb and door preparation required.
#218 and #220
The Underwriters Laboratories labeled #220 and #218 Soss Invisible hinges and closures can
be used on hollow metal, sheet metal, tin clad, steel composite, or wood core swinging
type fire doors and frames with 20 minute rating. Allow no more than 20" of door
height and 60 pounds per hinge or 55 pounds per closer.
Notes:
- Fire rated hinges and closures should not be used on doors that can be held open.
- Special doors and Jamb preparation required for all hardware.
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