The document discusses different types of hinges. It describes hinges as generally consisting of two leaves and a knuckle with an odd number of interlocking parts and a pin running through the center acting as an axis. Common hinge types mentioned include butt hinges, piano hinges, lift-off hinges, rising butt hinges, back flap hinges, table hinges, flush hinges, T-hinges, strap hinges, and concealed cabinet hinges. Each hinge type is suited for different applications such as doors, windows, furniture, or cabinets.

1. BY MANOJ KUMAR SHUKLA
AD V , BD/12/966

2. Hinges
• Hinges generally consist of
two leaves & a knuckle.
• The knuckle is formed by
interlocking parts usually
an odd number.
• A pin runs through the
centre of the knuckle, this
acts as an axis
• Hinges are made from
brass or steel
• Hinges are usually fitted
with countersunk head
screws

3. Hinges
• Butt Hinge- most versatile,
simplest & most commonly
used (doors, windows, box
lids)
• Piano Hinge- very long butt
hinge, made in 2 m lengths,
strong fitting & can be cut to
length.

4. Hinges
• Lift-Off Hinge- another butt
hinge but it is able to remove a
component. The hinge
separates into 2 halves
• Rising Butt Hinge- special
hinge used for doors, as it
opens a leaf lifts & when door is
let go the leaf will return,
closing the door

5. Hinges
• Back Flap Hinge- wide square
version of the butt hinge, made
from brass or mild steel, used
for drop leaf tables
• Table Hinge or Rule Joint
Hinge- another version of the
back flap hinge, designed for
mounting fold down table flaps.

6. Hinges
• Flush Hinge- same as butt
hinge but is used for lightweight
doors. Easily fitted.
• T-Hinge- heavy duty, used on
garage or shed doors. Made
from mild steel

7. Hinges
• Strap Hinge- like the T-
Hinge it is used for shed
doors.
• Concealed Cabinet
Hinge- used in modern
houses on kitchen
cupboard doors. These
hinges are concealed
and the can be adjusted.

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