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European Hinges for Odd Control Panel
BobtheAddict:
Hello everyone...
If you haven't already noticed, this is my first post on the forum. Although it may seem I am green to the arcade scene, I built a MAME cab several years ago with the help of BYOC.com. Now that I have the into out of the way, let's get down to business.
Working on my second cab and I am having difficulties with locating a Euro Hinge that will work. I have tried several different hinges "100 degree, Inverted Hinge" with little success. The plan is to have the control panel tint towards me "Hinges in front". I have thought of using alternative hinges like the piano hinge, ECT, but I like the idea of the Euro Hinge.
The issue is that the hinge does not allow the top to fully open, it will only open about 25-30%. Here are some picture to hopefully clarify what I am talking about.
Your assistance is greatly appreciated.
SavannahLion:
--- Quote from: BobtheAddict on March 13, 2008, 10:33:20 pm ---The plan is to have the control panel tint towards me "Hinges in front".
--- End quote ---
You mean to say you're putting hinges on the curved portion of that CP box?
BobtheAddict:
LOL, sorry about that, I guess I didn't explain my situation correctly.
I have seen numerous examples of mounted hinges on a curved control panels that open 100%. For Example, Mountain's control panel has a curved front.
In my situation, the hinges I have tried only open up to 20-30%. I assume it is because the top lip hangs over about 2.5 - 3 inches.
IA1NY:
Welcome Bob...
I think your problem is that Eurostyle hinges aren't meant for the application that you want to use them for. At most, the CP would need to be flush with the edge of the cabinet, not extended out like you want. Your CP is hitting the edge of the cab before it's even close to opening. It sounds like you don't want a hinge knuckle on the outside of your cab. If so, the hinge that you want is something like a automotive door hinge. In other words, your pivot point wants to be outside the cab, not inside. You can get custom hardware like this at custom shops for high dollar, or you can try a Soss hinge. This isn't the intended use for one, but you might find one small enough to fit into your CP without poking through.
Soss hinges are meant for an edge to edge connection, not a edge to face connection like you have, but depending on the size, you might make it work for you. I'll look further today and see if there isn't a better hinge for your purposes. You can get the hinges at www.rockler.com, www.mcmaster .com or www.woodcraft.com. They all sell them in several sizes.
BobtheAddict:
Thank you IA1NY for the information. I have taken your suggestion and inquired with the Soss hinge but I don't think it is going to work. As you said in your post, the hinge is not designed for heavy duty uses.
In my case, I am dealing with 3/4 MDF (30"x18") control panel and I am afraid the panel will rip the hinges out.
After additional research, I located another hinge called BLUM Clip Top www.woodcraft.com/family.aspx?familyid=3747. This would work for my project if the over hang was 1/2" - 3/4". I think on the way home from work today, I'll stop by a cabinet making company and see if they have anything for my purpose.
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