101 Invisible Medium Duty 180˚ Opening Hinge, Satin Brass

101 Invisible Hinge Satin Brass For Clean Lines

101 invisible hinge satin brass gives a concealed hinging option that keeps doors and panels visually clean while still allowing full movement. The hinge is part of the Soss invisible hinge family, so it is designed to disappear into the edge of the workpiece once mortised in. Its medium duty classification aligns well with many cabinet, furniture, and similar installations where a traditional surface-mounted butt hinge would distract from the finished look. The satin brass finish offers a muted brass appearance that coordinates with other satin brass hardware, supporting consistent detailing on visible components around the concealed hinge. Because the hinge opens to 180 degrees, doors and panels can fold fully out of the way, which helps create clear access to the cabinet or compartment without the door crowding the opening.

Key Soss 101 Invisible Hinge Working Advantages

• The hinge is made of laminated links, which creates multiple interlocking segments that control the swing smoothly and keeps the motion guided as the door moves.
• The hinge is fully anchored in a deep mortise, so the leaves sit inside the material thickness and keep the hardware concealed from view when the door is closed.
• The hinge body is made of zinc die cast with steel links, combining a formed base with stronger steel linkages to manage the repeated pivoting action over time.
• The design is for use when a hinge butt is not needed, giving an alternative where exposed knuckles or barrels would conflict with a clean design requirement.
• The 180 degree opening capacity allows doors or panels to open flat against adjacent surfaces, which helps maintain access without the door projecting into the working area.

Deep Mortise Invisible Hinge Fit And Setup

The Soss 101 invisible hinge uses a deep mortise installation, so both the door edge and frame receive routed pockets that match the hinge body profile. Because the hinge is fully anchored in these pockets, the hardware sits flush with the edges, allowing the door to close without gaps caused by surface-mounted leaves. The laminated links then pivot inside the mortised cavity, guiding the door through its 180 degree swing while staying concealed. This configuration supports projects where the visible edge needs to remain clean and uninterrupted while still delivering a full opening arc for regular access.

Using The 101CUS4 Hinge In Real Projects

Where This Medium Duty Invisible Hinge Fits Best

The 101 invisible medium duty 180 degree opening hinge in satin brass works well anywhere the goal is a concealed hinge line with a coordinated brass finish. In cabinetry or furniture, routing for the deep mortise lets the hinge sit inside the material, so only the door and face layout show when closed. The zinc die cast construction with steel links provides a solid mechanical core for repeated door cycling in these typical medium duty scenarios. Because the hinge is intended for applications where a hinge butt is not needed, it suits designs that call for a continuous surface without exposed hinge barrels breaking up narrow stiles or flush edges.

Why Laminated Links And Deep Mortise Improve Results

The laminated links in this Soss hinge create a controlled pivot path that keeps the door tracking accurately from fully closed to its 180 degree open position. That precise linkage movement helps reduce misalignment issues that can occur with exposed pivot points in tight reveals. Anchoring the hinge in a deep mortise sets the body into solid surrounding material, which supports consistent positioning from unit to unit when repeating the same mortise layout across multiple doors. The satin brass finish adds a coordinated color tone wherever the hinge edges are visible during the swing, helping the concealed hardware align with nearby satin brass pulls or trim. Together, the zinc die cast body, steel links, and mortised installation give installers a predictable invisible hinge setup that suits medium duty cabinet and furniture work.

Common Questions About The 101 Invisible Hinge

Select The 101 Invisible Hinge For Concealed Projects

The 101 invisible medium duty 180 degree opening hinge in satin brass from Soss suits projects that need a concealed hinge with full door movement. Its laminated links, zinc die cast body with steel links, and deep mortise installation give installers a defined setup for cabinets or furniture where a hinge butt is not needed and a satin brass finish matches surrounding hardware.