10.16 Load ratings metal hinges

Load rating of metal hinges in ascending order of the standard numbers

An extensive series of tests were carried out with the hinges listed below.

The hinges were slowly loaded and relieved at room temperature with incrementally increasing force. After load relieve, a deformation irrelevant in terms of function and appearance remained at the listed values for LA, LR0 and LR90. The breaking loads were in most cases multiples above the specified value.

The details given on load rating are non-binding guide values without any liability. In general, they do not constitute a warranty of quality.

The user must determine from case to case if a product is suitable for the envisaged use. Ambient factors and ageing may influence the specified values.