Material:Piano Hinges

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Piano Hinges

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Synonyms: continuous hinges;
DE: Klavierbänder, Stangenscharniere
Suggested Tools: hacksaws
Used with: wood, wood screws
Contains: brass (sheet), steel (rod)
Similar (More or Less): other hinges

Piano hinges are a typical "Maker" material as you can easily adapt them to your needs (i.e. cut to the desired length).

When installing a long hinge with sunk ("flathead") screws, make sure you hit the holes dead center with your screws or a surprisingly large bend may propagate!

You may have seen piano hinges in your locker or some self-made jigs.