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Amerock self-close 1/2 overlay hinge identifies this hinge as a self-closing, 1/2 inch overlay design from Amerock, which suits cabinet doors that partially cover the face frame and need the door drawn shut at the end of travel. The product name describes a face mount hinge, so the hinge mounts directly to the cabinet face frame, giving installers a straightforward mounting surface on typical framed cabinets. The product class is semi-concealed hinges, meaning part of the hinge shows while key working parts are hidden, which provides a familiar traditional look while keeping the mechanics out of sight. The SAP description states partial wrap hinge, so a portion of the hinge wraps around the frame edge, which can add bearing surface on the frame side. The finish is burnished brass, giving the hinge a warm brass tone that ties into brass-finished knobs, pulls, or other visible hardware.
The product name calls this a face mount hinge, so the frame leaf mounts on the front face of the cabinet frame, which aligns with common framed cabinet construction and simplifies layout using frame edges as references. The SAP description identifies the part as a partial wrap hinge, meaning the frame side leaf wraps around part of the frame edge, which can stabilize the hinge position along the frame and support the leaf against racking forces. The overlay dimension is listed as 1/2 inch, so when the hinge is installed to specification, the door covers 1/2 inch of the cabinet face frame, giving a consistent reveal pattern on matching doors. The hinge projection is specified as 3/4 inch, and this projection influences how far the barrel and door stand off the frame, which matters when planning clearances next to walls, adjacent doors, or trim.
The product class is semi-concealed hinges, so this hinge fits applications where part of the hardware is visible while the rest is hidden behind the door, which is common on framed kitchen, bath, or utility cabinets. The product name describes a face mount hinge, so the frame leaf mounts to the front of the face frame instead of being buried in a cup hole, which aligns with traditional cabinet construction that does not use European-style cup boring. The overlay value of 1/2 inch means the hinge serves cabinet layouts designed specifically for a half-inch door overlay, which supports consistent reveals when all doors are sized for that overlay dimension. The SAP description states partial wrap hinge, so the hinge leaf wraps partially around the frame edge, which matches face frames that can accept a wrap-style hinge rather than only a surface-mount leaf.
The manufacturer part number BPR7550BB identifies this exact Amerock hinge configuration, which helps shops reorder the same hinge style and finish for future runs, keeping cabinet door action and appearance consistent across projects. The finish is described as burnished brass, providing a defined brass tone that can be repeated on other Amerock Corporation hardware, helping maintain a coordinated visual line of knobs, pulls, and hinges. The hinge length of 2-1/4 inches and width of 1-3/4 inches give fixed reference dimensions for hinge layout, which assists in jig setup and repeat drilling patterns when producing multiple doors and frames. The projection of 3/4 inch, as listed in the web description, indicates how far the hinge barrel sits off the frame, which allows installers to plan for door swing paths in tight banks of cabinets or near perpendicular panels. The product name notes self-close behavior, so once mounted correctly, the hinge brings the door closed at the end of travel, which supports a consistent feel across a run of cabinets using the same self-close action.
The Amerock self-close 1/2 inch overlay hinge is a face mount, semi-concealed, partial wrap design, which suits framed cabinets built for a 1/2 inch door overlay on the face frame.
The 1/2 inch overlay means each cabinet door is sized so it overlaps the face frame by 1/2 inch, guiding door width and spacing when laying out multiple doors on a frame.
The partial wrap hinge design wraps partway around the frame edge, helping position the hinge consistently along the frame and providing added bearing surface on the frame side.
The 2-1/4 inch length and 1-3/4 inch width give fixed hinge leaf dimensions, which support repeatable hinge placement when using templates or jigs on doors and frames.
The 3/4 inch projection specifies how far the hinge and door stand off the frame, which influences clearance to adjacent doors, walls, or trim during opening.
The self-close feature lets the hinge pull the door shut near the end of its swing, promoting a consistent close and helping doors rest against the frame without extra latches.
The Amerock self-close 1/2 inch overlay face mount hinge in burnished brass combines a semi-concealed look with a partial wrap frame leaf, aligning with framed cabinet projects built around a 1/2 inch overlay. With defined dimensions of 2-1/4 inches in length, 1-3/4 inches in width, and 3/4 inch projection, this hinge offers predictable fit characteristics that support repeat drilling, consistent reveals, and planned clearances. For work where an Amerock Corporation semi-concealed hinge with self-close action and burnished brass finish is specified by part number BPR7550BB, this hinge matches those requirements for ongoing cabinet runs and service replacements.
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