Sugatsune self-close butt hinge gives you a spring loaded butt hinge that is designed to close with spring tension when the hinge is surface mounted, which helps doors return to a closed position without relying on catches. This semi-concealed hinge belongs to the semi-concealed hinges product class, so part of the hardware remains visible and part is set into the frame, which suits applications where you want straightforward alignment with some hardware still accessible. The hinge style is a butt hinge, so two matching leaves rotate around a central knuckle, which supports a familiar layout for installers who already work with standard butt patterns. The manufacturer part number HG-SH38C identifies this specific Sugatsune America hinge, which matters when matching existing installations or specifying hardware on detailed shop drawings.
This spring loaded butt hinge is screw-on and surface mounted, so it attaches directly to the cabinet and door faces with screws, which suits jobs where you want to avoid boring large hinge cups or mortising heavy recesses. The 1-1/2 inch height described in the product name keeps the hinge leaf compact, which can help when fitting smaller doors or tight face-frame layouts where tall leaves might crowd adjacent components. As a semi-concealed hinge, it places part of the mechanism in line with the frame and part visible, which provides clear reference points during installation and later adjustment work on cabinet runs.
This spring loaded butt hinge is described as a surface mounted hinge, so it fits projects where the hinge leaves sit on the face of the cabinet and door, which works well on face-frame cabinetry and similar layouts using semi-concealed hinges. Being in the semi-concealed hinges product class, it keeps a portion of the hinge visible, which can be useful in utility, commercial, or shop cabinetry where fast visual confirmation of hinge placement and function is part of routine work. The 1-1/2 inch height in the product name points to a compact format, which aligns with smaller cabinet doors or narrow frames where oversized leaves might interfere with adjacent components or trim. As a spring loaded butt hinge that is designed to close with spring tension on surface mounted applications, it suits cabinet doors that benefit from self-closing behavior, such as storage, supply, or shop cabinets where door rebound or partial closing is not preferred.
The hinge is specifically identified as a Sugatsune self-close butt hinge and called out as a spring loaded butt hinge, so spring tension is built into the operation, which helps generate repeatable closing force across doors using the same model. Because it is designed to close with spring tension when surface mounted, the self-closing behavior is tied to a straightforward mounting style, which simplifies repeating the same setup on multiple cabinets within a project. The product name notes screw-on satin stainless steel construction, so the hinge uses screws for attachment and presents a satin stainless steel appearance, which supports a consistent look and a fastening method familiar to cabinet installers. Using the manufacturer part number HG-SH38C and describing it as a semi-concealed hinge ties the hinge to a specific placement style on face frames or similar structures, which helps drafters, shop personnel, and installers speak the same language when specifying and installing this hinge across builds.
The HG-SH38C is a Sugatsune self-close butt hinge classified as a semi-concealed hinge, which provides a familiar butt hinge layout with part of the hardware visible for straightforward cabinet work.
The spring loaded butt hinge is designed to close with spring tension when surface mounted, so the built-in spring pulls the door toward the closed position as it swings shut.
This hinge is designed to close with spring tension when the hinge is surface mounted, so it is intended for mounting directly on the cabinet and door faces.
The semi-concealed hinge classification means part of the hinge is visible while the rest aligns with the frame, which supports easy visual checks and familiar alignment on cabinets.
The product name specifies a 1-1/2 inch height, which keeps the hinge compact for use on smaller cabinet doors or tighter frame layouts.
The hinge is described as screw-on satin stainless steel, which combines a stainless appearance with common screw fastenings suitable for cabinet and woodworking projects.
The spring loaded butt hinge HG-SH38C from Sugatsune America gives you a self-close butt hinge that is designed to close with spring tension when surface mounted, which aligns with face-mounted cabinet layouts. With its 1-1/2 inch height and semi-concealed hinge classification, it suits compact cabinet doors where a mix of visible hardware and straightforward alignment is preferred. Specify this Sugatsune self-close butt hinge when you need spring assisted closing in a familiar butt hinge format for woodworking or cabinet projects available through Wurth Baer Supply.