There are a variety of hinge materials, each material has its own unique characteristics and application scenarios. Here are some common hinge materials:
Stainless steel:
Features: Stainless steel hinge has high corrosion resistance and durability, not easy to rust, high strength.
Application scenario: Particularly suitable for use in humid environments such as kitchens and bathrooms, and where high strength and durability are required.
Type: 304 stainless steel hinges are designed for wet environments with better corrosion resistance and durability.
Cold rolled steel:
Features: Cold rolled steel hinge bearing capacity is strong, not easy to deformation, smooth opening and closing, long life. Its surface coating is thick and not easy to rust.
Application scenario: It is often used in dry environments such as wardrobes and cabinets, and occasions requiring strong load-bearing capacity.
Type: Some cold-rolled steel hinges are made of stainless steel on the outside and cold-rolled steel on the inside, suitable for wet environment.
Iron:
Features: Iron hinges are affordable and durable, but prone to rust, especially in humid environments.
Application scenario: Due to the characteristics of easy rust, iron hinges are not suitable for use in humid environments such as kitchens and bathrooms. However, it can still be used in some dry and cost requirements.
Aluminum alloy:
Features: Aluminum alloy hinge is light and not easy to rust, with good corrosion resistance. However, compared with stainless steel and cold-rolled steel, its load-bearing capacity may be slightly weaker.
Application scenario: Suitable for light doors and Windows and other need light and not easy to rust occasions.
Bronze:
Features: Copper hinge has good thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance, beautiful and durable. But the price is relatively high.
Application scenario: It is often used in high-end residential buildings and occasions that require both aesthetics and durability.
Zinc alloy/Copper alloy:
Features: The hardness of these alloy hinges is higher, but may be slightly inferior to that of stainless steel and cold-rolled steel. The surface plating may fall off after prolonged use.
Application scenario: It is suitable for some occasions that have certain requirements for cost and the use environment is not particularly bad.
Plastic:
Features: Plastic hinges are lightweight and inexpensive, but relatively low in strength and durability.
Application scenario: It is usually used in low-cost furniture or equipment, where the strength and durability are not required.
Glass:
Features: Glass hinges are mainly used for occasions that need to support large weight glass doors, such as shop Windows, display cabinets, etc. Its strength and durability are high.
Application scenario: Specific to the connection and support of heavy door panels such as glass doors.
In addition, there are some special types of hinges, such as damping hinges (hydraulic hinges), which use the cushioning properties of the liquid to adapt to the closing speed of the door, making the closing process smoother and more silent. Damping hinges may be made of stainless steel, cold rolled steel, etc., and are equipped with dampers to achieve a cushioning effect.
When choosing hinges, the most suitable hinge material and type should be selected according to the specific use needs, environmental conditions and budget factors.
