Deltana solid brass cabinet hinges set up a full mortise installation that supports a clean semi-concealed look on face-frame cabinetry. The CH2517U15 hinge uses a 2-1/2 inch by 1-11/16 inch leaf size, which suits smaller cabinet doors where tight proportions matter. Solid brass construction provides a substantial hinge body that helps doors swing smoothly on typical cabinet applications. The satin nickel finish gives a neutral metallic tone that works with many pulls and knobs in the same project. This hinge is designed as a full mortise pattern, so the leaves sit flush into routed pockets instead of sitting on the surface. Square corners on the hinge match routed pockets cut with straight bits, which streamlines jig setup. Six hinge holes are provided, giving multiple fastener points to spread load across the cabinet frame and door edge.
This Deltana full mortise hinge uses a mounting pattern designed to be set into the cabinet door and frame, so the hinge leaves lie flush when the pockets are cut correctly. The hinge thickness of 0.093 inch guides how deep the mortise should be cut, helping the leaf sit level with the surrounding wood. Square corners on the hinge match pocket corners created by a chisel or straight router bit, which suits many shop mortising setups. Each hinge is drilled for six screws, which allows the leaf to be anchored along its length for improved stability. The recommended wood screw size of #7 by 3/4 inch pairs the hinge with common cabinet-scale screw lengths, supporting grip in typical stile and rail stock without excessive penetration.
This CH2517U15 semi-concealed hinge is specified for cabinet applications where a full mortise installation is desired on face-frame or similar constructions. The 2-1/2 inch by 1-11/16 inch size suits many kitchen, bath, or built-in cabinet doors that require compact hardware. Because the hinge is a full mortise style, it is suited to doors and frames that can be routed or chiseled to match its 0.093 inch thickness. Solid brass construction pairs well with wood cabinet doors, supporting standard residential cabinet door weights within this hinge format. The satin nickel finish coordinates with many satin nickel pulls and knobs across the same project, helping maintain a consistent hardware appearance. The semi-concealed nature of this style keeps more focus on the door design while still presenting traditional hinge detail at the edge.
The full mortise design of this Deltana hinge helps locate the hinge consistently from cabinet to cabinet because the leaves reference against the routed pocket walls. The 0.093 inch thickness provides a fixed target depth for those pockets, which aids in avoiding proud or recessed hinge leaves that can affect door swing. Square corners allow mortising with straight bits and finish chisels, reducing the need for specialized radius-cut tooling to match the hinge. Having six hinge holes gives multiple screw positions to fine-tune pull across the leaf, which supports long-term alignment. The specified #7 by 3/4 inch wood screws match the hinge hole sizing, giving a balanced fastener diameter for typical cabinet stile material. Combined with the solid brass body and satin nickel finish, these details support consistent cabinet door operation across a run of doors.
The CH2517U15 model is a Deltana solid brass cabinet hinge with a full mortise mounting style, so both leaves sit in routed pockets for a semi-concealed installation.
This satin nickel hinge measures 2-1/2 inches by 1-11/16 inches, which suits many cabinet doors where a compact leaf size is needed for layout and clearance.
The Deltana CH2517U15 hinge has a thickness of 0.093 inch, guiding the mortise depth so the hinge leaf sits flush with the cabinet door and frame surface.
This full mortise hinge uses square corners, which match pockets cut with straight router bits or chisels and suit many traditional cabinet mortising methods.
The CH2517U15 hinge has six screw holes, allowing multiple fasteners along the leaf to spread door loads across the cabinet frame and door edge.
This cabinet hinge is specified for #7 by 3/4 inch wood screws, pairing the hinge with typical cabinet stile thicknesses and providing suitable thread engagement.
The Deltana full mortise cabinet hinge CH2517U15 combines a 2-1/2 inch by 1-11/16 inch size, solid brass construction, and satin nickel finish for cabinet work that favors semi-concealed hardware. The 0.093 inch thickness, square corners, and six-hole pattern support precise mortising and secure fastening. With a full mortise layout and specified #7 by 3/4 inch wood screws, this hinge suits routed cabinet doors and frames where consistent alignment matters. Use these verified details to match the CH2517U15 hinge to cabinet doors that benefit from a compact, solid brass, satin nickel full mortise hinge.