Friction Hinges

Friction Hinges

Friction hinges, or constant torque hinges, provide precise positioning capabilities while allowing for smooth controlled flow from one position to another. They can make secondary mechanical supports unnecessary and provide zero-backlash.

Constant torque friction hinges are used in applications requiring that an object be swiveled into and then held in position. Examples of such applications are sun visors, display lighting, speaker systems, swing-out television support stands, slide-out keyboard shelves, medical device positioning, DVD players, flat screen monitors, etc.

Another typical application of constant torque friction hinges is positioning and then preventing lids or doors from slamming shut due to forces such as gravity, vehicle motion or wind gusts. Some examples are arm rest lids, glove compartment doors, tool box and toy chest lids, outdoor electrical enclosures and lighted signs, RV and marine hatches, doors and windows, etc..

Friction Hinges Image Provided by Stocker Hinges