Sugatsune 180mm Folding Bracket, Anodized, - 38820-25
Description
Sugatsune 180mm Folding Bracket For Drop Leafs
Sugatsune 180mm folding bracket is a drop leaf support constructed from aluminum with an anodized aluminum finish, so it provides a rigid work surface support while resisting wear in everyday shop or residential use. The support automatically locks when the flap is in the open position, creating a positive hold that keeps the leaf stable while the surface is in service. A built-in release lever handles unlocking, so the user can intentionally fold the leaf down without fighting the mechanism or stressing hinges. It is designed for panel thickness from 5/8 inch to 1-3/8 inch, aligning the support to common countertop, bench, and table leaf builds. As part of Sugatsune America table hardware, the 38820-25 folding bracket fits into work surface and table layouts where reliable folding action and secure open-position support are both required.
Key Folding Bracket Details For Table Work
- The drop leaf support is constructed from aluminum, giving a solid but lightweight structure that helps carry the leaf while minimizing added weight on the cabinet or table frame.
- The aluminum material has an anodized aluminum finish, which forms a hardened surface that stands up to repeated folding motion and regular contact around work surfaces and tables.
- The support automatically locks when the flap is in the open position, so the leaf stays firmly supported during use without relying on the user to position a separate catch or prop.
- A release lever provides unlocking, allowing the installer to offer a controlled fold-down motion that reduces strain on the leaf edge and any connected table hardware.
- The support is specified for panel thickness from 5/8 inch to 1-3/8 inch, covering a practical range for many drop leaf countertops, tables, and utility work surfaces built from standard sheet goods.
- The manufacturer part number 38820-25 uniquely identifies this folding bracket, making it straightforward to match during ordering, layout planning, or jobsite documentation.
Installation Fit And Width Planning Details
The folding bracket is for panel thickness 5/8 inch to 1-3/8 inch, so installers can align it with common plywood, composite, or solid stock dimensions used for drop leaf sections. The maximum width for one drop leaf support is 23-5/8 inch, which guides layout decisions when a single bracket must carry a narrower leaf. When using two drop leaf supports, the maximum width is 51-3/16 inch, providing a clear upper span guideline for wider leaves on benches or tables. These width limits help with bracket spacing, overall leaf sizing, and coordination with other table hardware in the assembly.
Using This Folding Bracket In Work Surfaces
Where This Sugatsune Folding Bracket Fits
This Sugatsune 180mm folding bracket sits in the work surface and tables category as table hardware, so it slots into projects where a section of counter or table needs to fold out of the way. Its drop leaf support design works on flaps within the specified panel thickness range of 5/8 inch to 1-3/8 inch, letting installers pair it with typical laminated tops, hardwood edges, or engineered panels sized within that band. Maximum width guidance of 23-5/8 inch for a single support directs its use to narrower leaves when only one bracket is installed. For broader leaves, the 51-3/16 inch maximum width with two drop leaf supports signals applications like fold-out workstations, hobby benches, or service counters that depend on a stable dual-bracket setup for everyday handling.
Details That Support Repeatable Drop Leaf Results
The automatic lock in the open position on this folding bracket creates a consistent stop point so each deployment seats the leaf in the same supported plane, helping reduce sag and misalignment over time. Its release lever for unlocking turns fold-down into a simple motion, guiding staff or end users to operate the leaf correctly without lifting or prying on the edge, which supports long-term hinge and surface integrity. Because the bracket is constructed from aluminum with an anodized aluminum finish, the moving elements bear repeated opening and closing while maintaining a smooth surface that interacts cleanly with adjacent table hardware. The defined panel thickness range and maximum width limits for both one and two supports give installers clear parameters to size leaves, choose bracket quantity, and position supports from the outset, helping deliver predictable results across multiple similar installations.
Common Questions About This Sugatsune Bracket
What type of project suits this Sugatsune 180mm folding bracket?
The Sugatsune 180mm folding bracket serves drop leaf work surfaces and tables, so it fits projects needing a fold-down counter or table section within the stated thickness and width limits.
How does the automatic lock on the drop leaf support work in practice?
The drop leaf support automatically locks when the flap reaches the open position, so the leaf engages a secure hold without extra steps, helping keep the surface steady during use.
What panel thickness range does this aluminum drop leaf support handle?
The aluminum drop leaf support is specified for panel thickness from 5/8 inch to 1-3/8 inch, aligning bracket geometry to many standard countertop and table leaf constructions.
How wide can a leaf be when using one Sugatsune folding bracket?
The Sugatsune folding bracket supports a maximum width of 23-5/8 inch when one drop leaf support is used, guiding leaf sizing for single-bracket layouts.
What is the maximum width when using two drop leaf supports?
With two drop leaf supports, the maximum width is 51-3/16 inch, which supports wider leaves on benches or tables that rely on a pair of brackets for stiffness.
Why does the anodized aluminum finish matter for this folding bracket?
The anodized aluminum finish hardens the aluminum surface, so the folding bracket handles frequent locking and unlocking cycles around work surfaces with reduced surface wear.
Select This Folding Bracket For Defined Leaf Spans
The Sugatsune 180mm folding bracket, manufacturer part 38820-25, combines aluminum construction, an anodized aluminum finish, and an automatic locking drop leaf support to serve folding counters and tables. Its panel thickness range of 5/8 inch to 1-3/8 inch and maximum width values of 23-5/8 inch for one support and 51-3/16 inch for two supports establish clear design limits. Select this bracket when a defined locking action, controlled release lever operation, and measurable width guidance are priorities for repeatable drop leaf installations.
