Torque
Requirement: Proper torque built into the hinge that
will allow your application to work the way you envision it should.
Package
Size: The smaller the footprint of your hinge the more
you can focus your design on the product itself. A small hinge package
typically offers you more flexibility in your design.
Life
Requirement: Determine the expected life of your application
in terms of the number of cycles you expect the hinge to be opened
and closed over the life of the product.
Consistent
Torque Over Life: This is a key for reliable performance of the hinge over the life of the product. Quality hinges will meet your torque specifications over the entire life of your application.
Dynamic
Torque: The resistance experienced during rotation of
the hinge.
Static
Torque: The resistance required to start the rotation
of the hinge.
Spring
Back: The amount of motion (specified in degrees) that results when the hinge "flexes" after the force that is moving the hinge is removed.
Free
Play: The amount of motion (specified in degrees) that
the hinge will move before you feel torque at a given position.
Aesthetic
Appeal: Will your hinge be visible? Choose one that will compliment your application's design.
Environmental
Conditions: Will the hinge perform to your expectations
in the environment of your application?
Custom
Designs: Deal with a supplier that has the capability to create products to fit your specific requirements.
Breadth
Of Product Line: Save yourself time and effort by finding a supplier whose products and overall capabilities are best suited to meet your needs.
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