Grass TEC 864 Self-Close 1-3/8" Overlay Face-Frame Hinges Nickel, 108° Screw-On - 04468-15

Grass TEC 864 Self Close Hinge For Face Frames

Grass TEC 864 self close hinge is a one piece hinge and base plate combination that creates a concealed cabinet hinge setup for face frame construction. This design keeps the hinge out of sight, which matters when cabinets need a clean, professional look in kitchens, baths, or built-ins. The hinge is made by Grass America and belongs to the concealed cabinet hinges class, so it aligns with trades that standardize on concealed hardware for consistent projects. A 1-3/8 inch overlay rating means the door overlays the face frame by that amount, which helps match existing overlay layouts on replacement jobs or new runs. The nickel finish provides a neutral appearance at the interface points that may be visible during door swing, which fits typical cabinet hardware palettes.

Key Grass 04468-15 Details For Cabinet Projects

• The one piece hinge and base plate combination removes separate plate selection, which simplifies ordering and layout when repeating the same hinge position across multiple cabinets.
• Design for door thickness of up to 3/4 inch keeps this hinge in line with common cabinet door builds, which supports using standard stock thicknesses without changing hinge style.
• The 11 mm (7/16 inch) cup drilling depth defines the boring setup, which helps jigs and boring heads stay consistent across installations using this hinge.
• Front locating tabs position the hinge on the face frame, which speeds up alignment on production runs and helps keep overlay consistent from door to door.
• Cam side adjustment lets the installer fine tune the side gap after mounting, which helps correct minor drilling or frame variation without re-boring holes.
• Cam depth adjustment allows the door to be moved in and out relative to the cabinet, which supports getting an even reveal when frames or doors are slightly out.

Face Frame Mounting And Screw On Installation

This hinge uses a screw on installation method, which means it fastens directly to the cabinet using screws rather than press-in components. That approach works well on face frame cabinets where solid wood frames take threads reliably and where site work or small shop runs benefit from simple tools. Front locating tabs position the hinge on the face frame during screw on attachment, which reduces layout time because the tabs establish the reference quickly. The 11 mm (7/16 inch) cup drilling depth defines how deep to bore the door cup, which helps maintain consistent seating of the hinge on every door.

Using This Concealed Hinge In Cabinet Work

Where This 1-3/8 Overlay Face Frame Hinge Fits

This hinge is specified for a 1-3/8 inch overlay on face frame cabinets, which suits layouts where doors cover most of the frame stile for a more continuous door run. That overlay dimension guides both new cabinet design and replacement work when matching an existing door reveal pattern. The hinge works with door thickness of up to 3/4 inch, which covers many standard cabinet doors built from common sheet goods or solid stock in typical kitchen and bath work. Being a concealed face frame hinge, it hides the hardware when the door is closed, which matters when designers want the focus on fronts and pulls instead of hinges. An 85 degree angle reduction clip is available for this hinge, which allows the opening angle to be reduced from the standard operation to about 85 degrees where adjacent walls or appliances are close to the door swing. The hinge also works with current Grass insertion machinery, which ties into shops or plants already tooling for Grass hardware so they can keep existing boring patterns and machines in service on new jobs.

Adjustments And Details That Support Clean Reveals

Cam side adjustment built into this hinge lets the door move laterally relative to the cabinet, which is useful for lining up door gaps along a run after the basic screw on installation. Cam depth adjustment provides an in-and-out movement at the door edge, which is important for pulling doors into plane with face frames when frames or doors vary slightly. Height adjustment at the mounting screw gives vertical movement, which lets the installer tighten reveals at top and bottom so doors line up at rail intersections. The self close feature of the Grass TEC 864 hinge pulls the door shut at the end of travel, which helps doors sit fully closed against the frame in everyday use without relying on added catches. A 108 degree opening capability provides a wide swing range, which improves access to the cabinet interior compared with narrower opening hinges. The hinge is made in USA, which matters to shops that coordinate with domestic supply and manufacturing standards for their hardware choices.

Common Questions About Grass TEC 864 Self Close Hinge

Selecting This Hinge For Face Frame Cabinets

The Grass TEC 864 self close hinge with 1-3/8 inch overlay, screw on mounting, and concealed design offers a focused solution for face frame cabinet doors up to 3/4 inch thick. Its cam side, cam depth, and height adjustments give the fine control needed to align doors along a run, while the one piece hinge and base plate combination simplifies the hardware choice. Pair these verified details with existing Grass insertion machinery and overlay requirements, then apply this hinge where you want a concealed, self closing movement with 108 degree access.