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News Release from: Hanaya | Subject: Hannaya friction hinge
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 04 October 2007
Friction hinge provides constant torque
Hannaya's new friction hinge provides constant torque throughout its 360-degree range of motion
Hanaya has released a barrel friction hinge suitable for medical, aerospace, automotive and industrial applications The hinge is available in three sizes to meet different strength and space requirements
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 23 Mar 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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Each size offers several constant-torque options for different application needs.
The hinge is available in three models with three different torque ranges.
The 1000 series covers 14 to 56mNm, the 2000 series covers 56 to 85mNm and the 3000 series covers 85 to 113mNm, with a +/-10% tolerance.
The life cycle of this hinge is 35,000 actuations.
The hinge is designed for applications in aerospace to industrial machinery, from medical equipment to telecommunications and from computer equipment to food equipment and networking.
The hinge is also ideal for applications in the semiconductor manufacturing, marine, RV/caravan, HVAC, vending, lighting and other industries, as well as on ATMs and similar equipment.
Each hinge is available in two standard finish options: black powder coat and nickel-plated.
"This uniquely engineered friction hinge provides constant torque throughout its 360-degree range of motion".
"This allows the user to perfectly position doors and panels for convenient, hands-free access into the entire interior of a cabinet or enclosure" says Jose Cortes, VP of Sales.
"We are already co-operating with design teams at several companies and we expect this product to be in several products in 2008".
"This model can be made of stainless steel for better protection".
Friction hinges are used on laptop computers or where a lid or panel needs to hold a fixed position.
Friction hinges should be carefully selected according to the number of operations they are expected to exercise and the force needed to move the part.
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