In many situations, one needs to know what types of hinge are available and the terminology used for their various parts. Below, we present the various terms used for hinges and their handedness, i.e. in what direction they open.
Lift-off hinges
1 Bolt |
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Drill-in hinges
1 Cotter |
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Opening direction
All lift-off hinges are either right-handed or left-handed. The opening direction is determined according to which way the door is required to open |
Left-handed hinge Right-handed hinge |
