How do non-removable hinge pins work?

Non-removable pins are another security feature on butt hinges. Again, the term is pretty self-explanatory. The pin cannot be removed from the barrel. In order to remove the door from the opening, the barrel would have to be cut off of the hinge.

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Door hinges are seemingly simple pieces of hardware that are often overlooked and brushed aside as unimportant. Think again, my friends. Hinges are actually quite important and can go a long way in either increasing or decreasing both the security and longevity of your doors. There are a few elements to consider when selecting the type of hinge you want to install: Are the hinges being installed on an exterior or secure door? If so, you should install a security hinge. Are the hinges being installed on a high-use or heavy door? If so, you need a heavy-duty grade 1 hinge.

Types of Hinges

There are two main types of hinges: butt hinges and continuous hinges.

A butt hinge is what you are probably most familiar with; you can find these hinges on virtually any residential door (and most commercial doors as well). The two leaves of the hinge are mated together with a pin. There are many different types of butt hinges, which we will talk about below. Continuous hinges run the full length of a door and are typically used for exterior doors or heavy interior doors. Continuous hinges can either be pin and barrel or geared. Geared hinges are fairly self-explanatory – they link together by two gears that are enclosed in a casing.

Security Hinges

Remember when I asked you if you were installing hinges on an exterior or secure door? If you are, you definitely want at least one of the following security features on your hinge.

“But why, Katie?”

I’m so glad you asked! If you’re like most, you’ve been lucky enough to move oversized furniture. What do you do when that dang couch just won’t fit through the door? Remove the hinges, of course! It only takes a hammer, a screwdriver, and less than a minute. Check out this video on how to remove a door hinge – see what I mean? It’s incredibly simple. Correct me if I’m wrong, but I don’t think you want it to be that easy for would-be criminals to get into your facilities. Hence, the need for security hinges. There are three different types of security hinge features: continuous hinges, security studs, and non-removable pins.

Continuous Hinges

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We touched on these earlier. They are considered security hinges because someone would have to cut the hinge the entire length of the door in order to remove the door from the opening. That would take a fair amount of time. They also cover any gap between the door and the frame, leaving no room to pry the door on the hinge side.

Security Studs

Security studs are features on butt hinges that lock the two leaves of the hinge together when the door is closed. There is a stud on one leaf that mates into a hole on the other leaf. This way, if the pin is removed or if the barrel is cut off of the hinge the two leaves are locked into each other. One would then have to pry the frame away from the door in order to be able to remove it from the opening. Non-removable pins are another security feature on butt hinges. Again, the term is pretty self-explanatory. The pin cannot be removed from the barrel. In order to remove the door from the opening, the barrel would have to be cut off of the hinge.

Hardware Grade

We have preached about hardware grade before, and I’m about to preach about it again. This is because it is so important. Just like you don’t put cheap oil in a race car, you don’t put low-quality hardware on high-use doors. This includes your hinges. If you are installing hinges on high-use or heavy doors, you really need to install a heavy-duty grade 1 hinge. This will hold up to the test of time and will help keep your door in alignment. If your door goes out of alignment, you will end up having issues with the locking hardware and closer, and will have a door that drags and is difficult to open. No bueno. If you need help figuring out what type of hinge is best for your facility, drop us a note. We’re happy to help!

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