Sugatsune HES2S Series 1-1/2" Door Thickness Adjustable Surface Mount Concealed Hinge, Matte Black, - HES2S-140-A125-BL

HES2S Concealed Hinge For 1-1/2 Inch Doors

HES2S concealed hinge from Sugatsune America is a surface mount concealed hinge designed for doors with a minimum door thickness of 1-1/2 inches, so it works where a thicker, solid door is part of the build. The hinge belongs to the invisible hinges product class, which keeps the hardware hidden when the door is closed and maintains clean lines on finished work. This model is finished in matte black, so it blends into dark door and frame details instead of drawing attention. The compact and sturdy design combines into a hinge that fits tight spaces around the frame while supporting substantial door weight. As part of the HES2S Series, this hinge is built for applications that need concealed hardware, straightforward fitting, and dependable motion on thicker doors.

Key Working Details For This Concealed Hinge

• The surface mounts to the door frame for easy installation, so the frame side does not require deep mortising and layout is quicker on repetitive jobs.
• The minimum door thickness of 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) means the hinge is intended for heavier, thicker doors, which allows use on substantial panels instead of only light cabinet doors.
• The hinge opens to 125 degrees, so the door swings wide enough for clear access without forcing the hinge beyond its designed range.
• Door weight with 2 hinges is a maximum of 110 lbs, which supports many solid interior doors while staying within the stated load rating.
• Door weight with 3 hinges is a maximum of 143 lbs, allowing heavier doors to be supported by adding a third hinge in the layout.
• The compact and sturdy design combined with an exceptionally simple install reduces time spent fitting the hinge while still supporting the rated door weights.

Mounting, Adjustment, And Door Motion Details

This Sugatsune HES2S Series hinge surface mounts to the door frame, so installers align the hinge body directly on the frame rather than cutting a full-depth pocket. Adjustable depth of plus or minus 1/8 inch (3 mm) helps fine-tune how the door sits relative to the jamb, which matters when aligning reveals on finished openings. Vertical adjustment of plus or minus 1/8 inch (3 mm) lets installers move the door up or down on the hinges to match headers, saddles, or adjacent panels. Horizontal adjustment with a spacer of plus or minus 1/16 inch (1 mm) provides small side-to-side correction, helping even out gaps along the latch side. The hinge opens to 125 degrees, which offers a generous swing range while still staying within the engineered travel of the mechanism.

Using This Hinge On Heavy, Thick Doors

Where The HES2S Concealed Hinge Performs Best

The Sugatsune HES2S Series 1-1/2 inch door thickness adjustable surface mount concealed hinge is designed for doors that meet or exceed a minimum door thickness of 1-1/2 inches, so it suits thicker, heavier door constructions. As an invisible hinge in the Hinges | Invisible and Recessed Hinges category, it keeps hardware out of sight when the door is closed, which is useful when the design calls for uninterrupted door and frame surfaces. The surface mount to the door frame simplifies work in situations where cutting deep pockets into the frame is impractical. Door weight capacity of 110 lbs with 2 hinges supports substantial doors using a standard top-and-bottom hinge layout, while the 143 lbs door weight capacity with 3 hinges expands use to heavier doors that benefit from a third hinge. The matte black finish coordinates with dark frames, trim, and door edges, which helps the hardware visually recede when the door is open.

Adjustability And Details That Support Clean Results

The adjustable depth of plus or minus 1/8 inch (3 mm) gives practical flexibility during hanging, because the door face can be moved closer to or further from the frame to align planes and control how flush the door sits. Vertical adjustment of plus or minus 1/8 inch (3 mm) allows on-site correction when the door edge is slightly high or low against adjacent surfaces, which is common as conditions change between shop fitting and final install. Horizontal adjustment with a spacer of plus or minus 1/16 inch (1 mm) supports fine tuning of side gaps, helping achieve consistent reveals along the latch and hinge sides. The compact and sturdy design combined with an exceptionally simple install supports repeatable setups on multiple openings. A door stopper is required to prevent breakage of the hinges and failure of the door, so controlling the swing limit protects both the hinge mechanism and the door construction over time. The 125 degree opening angle balances wide access with controlled travel within the hinge design.

Common Questions About This Sugatsune Hinge

Selecting This Hinge For Thick, Heavy Doors

The Sugatsune HES2S-140-A125-BL hinge from Wurth Baer Supply combines a minimum door thickness of 1-1/2 inches with concealed, surface-mounted construction, so it suits heavier, thicker doors where appearance matters. Adjustable depth, vertical, and horizontal settings provide the fine control needed to dial in reveals and alignment on finished openings. Rated door weights up to 110 lbs with 2 hinges and 143 lbs with 3 hinges give clear guidance when planning hinge count for substantial doors. Pairing these capabilities with a matte black finish and 125 degree opening angle creates a concealed hinge solution that supports both design and function. Use this hinge when a concealed, surface-mount option is needed for thicker doors with precise alignment requirements.