Grass TEC 864 Soft-Close 1-1/4" Overlay Face-Frame Hinges Nickel, 108° Dowel - 02836A-15
Description
Grass TEC 864 Soft Close Hinge For Face Frames
Grass TEC 864 soft close hinge is a concealed cabinet hinge for face-frame construction that combines hinge and base plate into one piece, so installers handle a single integrated component during layout and drilling. The 1-1/4 inch overlay configuration is designed to cover more of the face frame edge, which helps visually tighten gaps on overlay cabinet doors. A built-in adjustable switch regulates the closing action, allowing the soft-close behavior to be tuned at the hinge on each door. The pre-mounted soft-close damper sits inside the hinge cup, so the quiet closing function is protected within the hardware footprint. The hinge opens to a generous 108 degrees, which provides wide access to cabinet interiors while still controlling the door swing. A sleek nickel finish over the zinc die-cast hinge body provides a consistent appearance that blends with typical cabinet hardware layouts.
Key Face Frame Hinge Details That Matter
- The concealed cabinet hinge design keeps hardware out of sight when the door is closed, supporting clean face-frame cabinet fronts in kitchens, baths, and shops.
- The one piece hinge and base plate combination simplifies ordering and layout, because hinge arm and mounting interface are fixed as a single unit.
- The adjustable switch for closing action allows the soft-close function to be regulated at the hinge, which helps match door closing speed across a run of cabinets.
- The pre-mounted soft-close damper in the cup provides noiseless closing, reducing door impact against the face frame on everyday use.
- The 108 degree opening angle gives doors a wide swing for access to cabinet interiors, while still managing door travel near adjacent cabinets.
- The sleek nickel finish on the zinc die-cast hinge offers a consistent metallic look that coordinates with common cabinet hardware finishes.
Installation And Adjustment On Face Frame Cabinets
The TEC 864 1-1/4 inch overlay hinge uses front locating tabs that position the hinge on the face frame, helping align hinges consistently during installation runs. A cup drilling depth of 10.7 mm, or 7/16 inch, sets the hinge cup in the door at a predictable depth for standard boring setups. Cam side and depth adjustment in the hinge arm, combined with height adjustment at the mounting screw, provides three dimensional adjustment so doors can be fine-tuned in and out, side to side, and up or down on the frame. The hinge works with current insertion machinery, which supports production shops using automated boring and insertion processes for cabinet door lines.
Using This Concealed Hinge In Real Projects
Where This TEC 864 Hinge Fits Best
This Grass TEC 864 soft close 1-1/4 inch overlay face-frame hinge is suited to concealed cabinet hinge applications where the door overlays the face frame by 1-1/4 inch, giving generous coverage on the frame. As a concealed face frame hinge, it aligns with face-frame cabinet construction commonly used in residential and light commercial cabinetry. The 42 mm boring pattern identified in the description supports doors bored to that pattern, and the hinge is also available in 45 mm boring patterns for projects set up around that spacing. The zinc die-cast hinge body and nickel finish match the concealed cabinet hinges category, providing a hidden but consistent hardware point on interior cabinet builds.
Why TEC 864 Details Support Repeatable Results
The TEC 864 pre-mounted soft-close damper within the cup keeps the damping mechanism inside the hinge envelope, so the quiet-closing feature is built into each hinge without external parts. The adjustable switch that regulates the closing action allows installers to tune doors at the hinge on individual cabinets, supporting consistent soft-close performance across multiple openings. Three dimensional adjustment delivered by cam side and depth adjustment plus height at the mounting screw lets installers correct small drilling or frame variations, reducing rework when aligning reveals. Front locating tabs that position the hinge on the face frame help repeat hinge placement from door to door, which is valuable in runs of similar cabinets. Compatibility with current insertion machinery supports shops running automated hinge insertion, tying this hinge into existing casework production workflows.
Common Questions About This Grass TEC Hinge
What type of cabinet construction is this hinge for?
The Grass TEC 864 hinge is a concealed face frame hinge, so it is oriented to cabinets built with face-frame construction where hinges mount to the frame.
How much does the door overlay the face frame?
The TEC 864 hinge is specified as a 1-1/4 inch overlay face-frame hinge, meaning it is designed for doors that overlay the face frame by 1-1/4 inch.
What opening angle does this Grass TEC 864 hinge provide?
The Grass TEC 864 hinge offers a 108 degree opening angle, giving doors a wide swing for access while still controlling movement near adjacent cabinets.
How is the soft close function built into the hinge?
The TEC 864 hinge uses a pre-mounted soft-close damper within the cup, and an adjustable switch regulates the closing action directly at the hinge.
What adjustment options does this hinge offer during installation?
The TEC 864 hinge provides cam side and depth adjustment, with height adjustment at the mounting screw, creating three dimensional door alignment capability.
What boring pattern is referenced for this hinge?
The description notes availability in 42 mm and 45 mm boring patterns, tying the hinge to common drilling layouts for cabinet doors.
Selecting This TEC 864 Hinge For Your Build
The Grass TEC 864 soft close hinge from Grass America brings a 1-1/4 inch overlay, concealed face-frame design, 108 degree opening angle, and adjustable soft-close action into one piece hinge and base plate hardware. For cabinet runs built around 42 mm or 45 mm boring patterns and face-frame construction, this hinge aligns well with concealed cabinet hinges that need three dimensional adjustment and a nickel-finished zinc die-cast body. Specify the 02836A-15 TEC 864 hinge through Wurth Baer Supply when a face-frame soft-close hinge with an integrated damper and adjustable closing action fits the project requirements.
