Ball Bearing Hinges

While door hinges do wear down over time, some naturally last longer than others. One of the most durable door hinge styles is the ball bearing hinge. They’re built for heavier and wider doors. The ball bearing is placed between two knuckles to reduce friction which wears down your hinges. Entry doors see the most traffic so it only makes sense that the hinges face the most friction.

Another benefit of ball bearing hinges is that they’re permanently lubricated. This allows the door to open and close easier and smoother – also helping reduce the amount of friction.

Pin - The rod that holds the leaves together, inside the knuckle.

Knuckle - The hollow—typically circular—portion creating the joint of the hinge through which the pin is set. The knuckles of either leaf typically alternate and interlock with the pin passing through all of them. (aka. loop, joint, node or curl).

Leaf - The portions (typically two) that extend laterally from the knuckle and typically revolve around the pin.

Ball Bearing Hinges are the most popular type of hinge and are use on internal doors. The hinge pivots on a series of small ball race tip, offering a much smoother action. These hinges are generally made of steel or stainless steel and come in a whole host of finishes and the most common sizes are 3” and 4”.

Contains permanently lubricated tip, which allow for smooth and quiet operation. Long-lasting and durable due to minimal stress and friction. Recommended for Heavy doors, wide doors, exterior doors.

Ball Bearing Hinges have a broad range of finishes. Like Antique Brass, Antique Bronze-Lacquered, Satin Chrome, White Primed, Satin Nickel, Polished Chrome, Stainless Steel, Zinc Plated, Black Paint, Yellow Zinc, Satin Brass, Polished Brass, Bright Brass, Oil Rubber Bronze.

Standard Packing & Relevant markings are provided in each outer package.

EX-Work, FOB — Freight On Board, C&F — Cost And Freight, CIF — Cost, Insurance and Freight, etc.