Hinge Pins

Connecting Parts, Support Posts

HINGE PINS

It is a metal element that helps a hinge perform its function, basically it is a special axis for hinges. Hinge pins play a crucial role in the articulation and movement of doors, lids, hatches, and other objects that need to open and close around a fixed axis.

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Applications

Hinge pins are used in a wide variety of industrial applications:

Industrial Machinery: In the manufacturing and operation of industrial machinery, hinge pins are used to allow access to internal components and to facilitate equipment maintenance and repair.
Doors and Gates: Hinge pins are applied to industrial doors and gates, such as those used in warehouses, loading and unloading facilities, and security areas. The assembly shown is for a clamp mechanism using a cam follower.
Doors and Hatches: In the shipping and maritime industry, Hinge Pins are used on doors and hatches on boats and vessels to allow access to compartments and internal spaces. We recommend that you consult the technical specifications for detailed information on the available options. The pin is serving as an axis, supporting the mechanism so that it can rotate and fix the piece.
Machine tools: Hinge pins are used in machine tools, such as vises and shears, to allow articulated movement of moving parts.
Industrial Furniture: In industrial settings, such as factories and workshops, hinge pins are applied to workbenches, work tables, and mobile shelving. Allow articulated movement of moving parts.

MISUMI inCAD Library

Example SCLBR8-18

The assembly shown is for a clamp mechanism using a cam
follower.
The pin is serving as an axis, supporting the mechanism so that it
can rotate and fix the piece.

Types

Shouldered

Straight

Key

Shouldered: Support at one end, it is very useful for applications where an extra fastening method is required.
Straight: This is the most common type of pin, it is completely straight, it can include holes to hold it with a key.
Key: Keys are very useful accessories for hinge pins, these are used for special assemblies.