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Hinge and lid support — all in one!
Similar to hinges in laptop computers, these heavy-duty cast-zinc hinges
allow virtually any size lid to open smoothly, hold its position, and then easily
close — all with little effort and no additional hardware! Now available in two
attractive finishes, Champagne and Rustic Bronze, to complement any project — from chests, to boxes, to
storage units, and more! Designed to fit 3/4" thick stock. Hinges are available
in 30, 40, and 60 inch-pound ratings.
How many hinges do you need? Use
the Torsion Calculator to help determine your ideal hinge combination.
And for ultra-fast and easy installation, use our Torsion Hinge JIG IT®.
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These hinges feature an innovative torsion mechanism that is
tested
to 25,000 cycles to assure a long working life.
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How many hinges do
you
need?
Use our Torsion Calculator or the formula below to help
determine your optimal configuration.
(lid depth (Fig. 1) x lid weight in pounds) ÷ 2 =
Inch-lbs. of support
For best results, choose a combination of hinges that provides as
close to your lid's required support as possible (eg. if the formula returned
125 you would use two 60 inch-pound hinges). Hinges are available in 30, 40,
and
60 inch-pound ratings.
Note: If three or more hinges are required, the
support-capacity of the outside hinges must be the same. Also, the hinge
configuration should
be symmetrical.
Installation
instructions
- Attach hinge to lid with 3/4" screws (included). For the
lid
to be flush with the back of the box, the top of the hinge should be 1-
9/16" from the back edge of the lid. To create an overlay, increase
the
1-9/16" dimension by the desired amount of overhang.
Note: Our Lid-Stay Torsion Hinge JIG IT® (23625)
lets
you to attach the hinge to the lid in seconds, and requires no measuring.
Works great for both flush and overlay applications. Fig.
2.
- With all hinges attached to the lid, position the lid on the back of
the box. Complete the installation using 1" and 3/4" screws as
shown in the illustration. Fig. 3.
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Customer Reviews and Photos for:
Lid-Stay Torsion Hinge Lid Support, Champagne Finish
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Average Rating:
(4.5)
(40 customer reviews)
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1) Submitted by
Jim Sturm, from San Marcos, TX
on 11/3/2009
Customer Rating: 
These hinges operate just as advertised. I have ordered more for cedar chests.
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2) Submitted by
P, from Robinson Curtiss, MA
on 10/23/2009
Customer Rating:
My 1-year old can now open her toybox with ease and without my worrying that her fingers will be hurt. Luckily I'm in the contracting business and knew that only Rockler would have the hinge I was looking for. Attractive finish, super easy install, friendly and courteous staff! Highly recommended!
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3) Submitted by
Duane Preston, from Mentor, OH
on 7/29/2009
Customer Rating: 
Your hinges are doing a good job. Although the little guy can’t open the lid, his big sister (three years old) manages very well.
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4) Submitted by
Edward Piatek, from Kouts, IN
on 7/20/2009
Customer Rating:
I have built an oversize toy box/hope chest for my neighbors little daughter, I had to use (3) 60 inch pound hinges. These are the best hinges on the market. The lid stayes open without slamming down on her little fingers.
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5) Submitted by
Wayne Marks, from Richmond, VA
on 7/13/2009
Customer Rating:
Installed the Lid Stay Torsion Hinge's today on a toy box. Very easy to install and worked great!
I would buy this product again. I also used the hinge jig it and it made the job a breeze.
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6) Submitted by
Mike Wilson, from Wilmington, NC
on 7/6/2009
Customer Rating:
Great product. Easy to install and works just like the hinge on a laptop computer. Only time will tell about its durability. Pricey, but probably comparable to the combination of other hardware needed to achieve the same results. Worth the little bit extra for the ease of installation and the minimal, clean look.
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7) Submitted by
David Attrill, from Hinton, IA
on 6/14/2009
Customer Rating:
Yes, as the other reviews say, these are good. I used 2 - 60lb hinges and holds the lid at 45 angle. The lid is 2ft by 3ft of 3/4 plywood with 3/4 in Oak edge.
I will buy these for again.
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