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Hinges（Characteristics/Applications：Low Dust Generation）
Hinges are designed for use in various applications that require joining two parts together while allowing movement. They are commonly found in construction projects involving aluminum frames, particularly those incorporating doors and windows.When selecting a hinge, it is crucial to consider factors such as type of hinge (eg. Continuous Hinges, Butt Hinges, Concealed Hinges, Weld-On Steel Hinges and etc.), size and materials .These considerations are vital for ensuring the production of high-quality products. We highly recommend reputable brands like MISUMI FUJI LATEX, and HILOGIK for their quality and reliability. Additionally, cost-effective options from MISUMI ECONOMY are also available for those seeking economical solutions.
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[Clean & Pack]Stepped Stainless Steel Hinges - HHSD
MISUMI
Three types of cleaning methods are available: degreasing, precision cleaning, and electrolytic polishing + precision cleaning. They can be ordered from one piece with the standard part number.
This eliminates the need for customer cleaning or outsourced cleaning, reducing the amount of time and effort required.■Part Number for Clean & Pack Products·Degreasing (Anti-rust single packing) : Part Number SL-□□ ·Precision cleaning (Degassing double packing) : Part Number SH-□□ ·Electrolytic polishing + precision cleaning (Degassing double packing) : Part Number SHD-□□ Product Part Number Cleaning Method Packaging Type Effects Compared to Uncleaned Product Environment (Standard) Process SL-□□ Degreasing Anti-rust packing Oil removal General environment Regular assembly process Post battery assembly process SH-□□ Precision cleaning Degassing double packing Oil removal
Dust removalClean environment (Class 10 to -1,000) Battery assembly process LCD-related post assembly process In-vehicle camera assembly process SHD-□□ Electrolytic polishing + precision cleaning Degassing double packing Oil removal
Dust removal
Outgas reductionVacuum environment
Clean environment (Class 10 to -1,000)Pre-semiconductor process Liquid crystal deposition process Pre-OLED process ■Notes
Cleaning also removes rust prevention oil, which may make the product more susceptible to rusting than an uncleaned product.
Please be careful about the application location and storage environment.[Features]·Stepped stainless steel hinges effective for 1.2 to 5 mm panel installation
- Volume Discount
Standard Price: SGD 16.20- Days to Ship: 7 Day(s) or more -
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[Clean & Pack]Weld-On Stainless Steel Hinges
MISUMI
Three types of cleaning methods are available: degreasing, precision cleaning, and electrolytic polishing + precision cleaning. They can be ordered from one piece with the standard part number.
This eliminates the need for customer cleaning or outsourced cleaning, reducing the amount of time and effort required.■Part Number for Clean & Pack Products·Degreasing (Anti-rust single packing) : Part Number SL-□□ ·Precision cleaning (Degassing double packing) : Part Number SH-□□ ·Electrolytic polishing + precision cleaning (Degassing double packing) : Part Number SHD-□□ Product Part Number Cleaning Method Packaging Type Effects Compared to Uncleaned Product Environment (Standard) Process SL-□□ Degreasing Anti-rust packing Oil removal General environment Regular assembly process Post battery assembly process SH-□□ Precision cleaning Degassing double packing Oil removal
Dust removalClean environment (Class 10 to -1,000) Battery assembly process LCD-related post assembly process In-vehicle camera assembly process SHD-□□ Electrolytic polishing + precision cleaning Degassing double packing Oil removal
Dust removal
Outgas reductionVacuum environment
Clean environment (Class 10 to -1,000)Pre-semiconductor process Liquid crystal deposition process Pre-OLED process ■Notes
Cleaning also removes rust prevention oil, which may make the product more susceptible to rusting than an uncleaned product.
Please be careful about the application location and storage environment.[Features]·No holes, only for weld-on attachment, low cost. It is made of stainless steel.
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Standard Price: SGD 13.10- Days to Ship: 7 Day(s) or more -
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[Clean & Pack]Hinges with Slotted Holes
MISUMI
Three types of cleaning methods are available: degreasing, precision cleaning, and electrolytic polishing + precision cleaning. They can be ordered from one piece with the standard part number.
This eliminates the need for customer cleaning or outsourced cleaning, reducing the amount of time and effort required.■Part Number for Clean & Pack Products·Degreasing (Anti-rust single packing) : Part Number SL-□□ ·Precision cleaning (Degassing double packing) : Part Number SH-□□ ·Electrolytic polishing + precision cleaning (Degassing double packing) : Part Number SHD-□□ Product Part Number Cleaning Method Packaging Type Effects Compared to Uncleaned Product Environment (Standard) Process SL-□□ Degreasing Anti-rust packing Oil removal General environment Regular assembly process Post battery assembly process SH-□□ Precision cleaning Degassing double packing Oil removal
Dust removalClean environment (Class 10 to -1,000) Battery assembly process LCD-related post assembly process In-vehicle camera assembly process SHD-□□ Electrolytic polishing + precision cleaning Degassing double packing Oil removal
Dust removal
Outgas reductionVacuum environment
Clean environment (Class 10 to -1,000)Pre-semiconductor process Liquid crystal deposition process Pre-OLED process ■Notes
Cleaning also removes rust prevention oil, which may make the product more susceptible to rusting than an uncleaned product.
Please be careful about the application location and storage environment.
[Features]·A stainless steel hinge with slotted hole shape.- Volume Discount
Standard Price: SGD 19.30- Days to Ship: 7 Day(s) or more -
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[Clean & Pack]Nuts for Pull Handles
MISUMI
Three types of cleaning methods are available: degreasing, precision cleaning, and electrolytic polishing + precision cleaning. They can be ordered from one piece with the standard part number.
This eliminates the need for customer cleaning or outsourced cleaning, reducing the amount of time and effort required.■Part Number for Clean & Pack Products·Degreasing (Anti-rust single packing) : Part Number SL-□□ ·Precision cleaning (Degassing double packing) : Part Number SH-□□ ·Electrolytic polishing + precision cleaning (Degassing double packing) : Part Number SHD-□□ Product Part Number Cleaning Method Packaging Type Effects Compared to Uncleaned Product Environment (Standard) Process SL-□□ Degreasing Anti-rust packing Oil removal General environment Regular assembly process Post battery assembly process SH-□□ Precision cleaning Degassing double packing Oil removal
Dust removalClean environment (Class 10 to -1,000) Battery assembly process LCD-related post assembly process In-vehicle camera assembly process SHD-□□ Electrolytic polishing + precision cleaning Degassing double packing Oil removal
Dust removal
Outgas reductionVacuum environment
Clean environment (Class 10 to -1,000)Pre-semiconductor process Liquid crystal deposition process Pre-OLED process ■Notes
Cleaning also removes rust prevention oil, which may make the product more susceptible to rusting than an uncleaned product.
Please be careful about the application location and storage environment.
A nut for pull handles. [Body Material] [Stainless Steel]SUS304- Volume Discount
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[Clean & Pack]Economy Series - Hinges, Countersink, Stainless Steel
MISUMI
Three types of cleaning methods are available: degreasing, precision cleaning, and electrolytic polishing + precision cleaning. They can be ordered from one piece with the standard part number.
This eliminates the need for customer cleaning or outsourced cleaning, reducing the amount of time and effort required.■Part Number for Clean & Pack Products·Degreasing (Anti-rust single packing) : Part Number SL-□□ ·Precision cleaning (Degassing double packing) : Part Number SH-□□ ·Electrolytic polishing + precision cleaning (Degassing double packing) : Part Number SHD-□□ Product Part Number Cleaning Method Packaging Type Effects Compared to Uncleaned Product Environment (Standard) Process SL-□□ Degreasing Anti-rust packing Oil removal General environment Regular assembly process Post battery assembly process SH-□□ Precision cleaning Degassing double packing Oil removal
Dust removalClean environment (Class 10 to -1,000) Battery assembly process LCD-related post assembly process In-vehicle camera assembly process SHD-□□ Electrolytic polishing + precision cleaning Degassing double packing Oil removal
Dust removal
Outgas reductionVacuum environment
Clean environment (Class 10 to -1,000)Pre-semiconductor process Liquid crystal deposition process Pre-OLED process ■Notes
Cleaning also removes rust prevention oil, which may make the product more susceptible to rusting than an uncleaned product.
Please be careful about the application location and storage environment.
[Bulk Purchase Deals] * A minimum order quantity (from 20 pcs.) is set. The minimum order quantity may differ depending on the type and size. Please check the Part Number tab or WOS.
Countersink processing for a wide range of applications, elegant appearance, and excellent durability
MISUMI Low Price New Brand [Economy Series] Sequentially expanding our product lineups. See here for special pages. Product LineupStandard Price: SGD 10.50 Days to Ship: 7 Day(s) or more
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| Days to Ship | 7 Day(s) or more | 7 Day(s) or more | 7 Day(s) or more | 7 Day(s) or more | 7 Day(s) or more |
| Length L(mm) | 60 | 40 ～ 100 | 41 ～ 59 | - | 66 |
| Flat Hinge Type | - | - | - | - | - |
| Width W(mm) | 40 | 30 ～ 60 | 36 ～ 62 | - | 36 |
| Body Material | - | - | - | - | - |
| Main Body Type | Stepped Hinges | Flat Hinges | Flat Hinges | Related Components | Flat Hinges |
| Operating Environment | Standard | Standard | Standard | - | Standard |
| Mounting Method | Screw Mounting | Weld-On | Screw Mounting | - | Screw Mounting |
| Additional Function | Not Provided | Not Provided | Not Provided | - | Not Provided |
| Mounting Screw Hole Type | Round Hole | - | Slotted Hole | - | Countersunk Holes |
| Detachable, Flag Hinge Type | - | - | - | - | - |
| Main Body Surface Treatment | - | - | - | - | - |
| Reversed | For Both Right and Left Sides | For Both Right and Left Sides | For Both Right and Left Sides | - | For Both Right and Left Sides |
| Cleaning Method | Precision Cleaning | Precision Cleaning | Precision Cleaning | Precision Cleaning / Electrolytic Polishing + Precision Cleaning | Precision Cleaning |
| Characteristics/Applications | Clean Washed ～ Low Dust Generation | Clean Washed ～ Low Dust Generation | Clean Washed ～ Low Dust Generation | Clean Washed ～ Vacuum | Clean Washed ～ Low Dust Generation |
| Material Details | SUS304 | SUS304 | SUS304 | SUS304 | SUS304 |
| Environmentally friendly | RoHS Compliant (10 Substances) | RoHS Compliant (10 Substances) | RoHS Compliant (10 Substances) | RoHS Compliant (10 Substances) | Not RoHS Compliant |
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