Free Swing Hinges
CUYUE hinges are designed to add functionality to doors and panels, providing a high-quality sensory and performance experience that continues to serve you throughout the life cycle of the application. We offer a wide range of hinges, including detachable hinges (which allow easy removal of the door), friction hinges and torque positioning hinges (which hold heavy doors open, lift or move them into one or more positions), and concealed hinges (which take up very little installation space).
Multiple materials and styles
Long service life and reusable
Easy to fix and install
Maintain stable performance without maintenance and repeated adjustments
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Free Swing Hinges Series
CUYUE manufacturing Free swing hinges which Hinges for Flush Doors Hinges for industrial Cabinets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a free swing hinge?
A free swing hinge is a door hardware mechanism that allows a door to open smoothly in both directions without any spring tension, resistance, or self-closing forc
What is the difference between free swing hinges and self-closing hinges?
Free swing hinges allow unrestricted manual movement in either direction with no tension, while self-closing hinges automatically force the door back to a closed position.
Where are free swing hinges commonly used?
They are widely installed on cafe doors, saloon doors, restaurant kitchen pass-throughs, and commercial partition doors that require quick, hands-free entry.
Can free swing hinges swing in both directions?
Yes, double-acting free swing hinges allow doors to swing up to 180 degrees both inward and outward for seamless bidirectional traffic.
Do free swing hinges keep a door closed on their own?
No, because free swing hinges lack self-centering springs or latches, doors require secondary roller catches or magnetic latches to stay firmly shut.
How much weight can standard free swing hinges support?
Weight capacity depends on hinge size and material, but standard residential pairs generally support doors weighing between 35 and 75 pounds.
How do you install free swing hinges on a door?
Mount the hinge flanges flush to both the door jamb and door edge with screws, ensuring the hinge pins are perfectly plumb for effortless swinging.
How do you adjust the tension on a free swing hinge?
True free swing hinges do not contain internal spring mechanisms, meaning there is no tension adjustment required or available.
