SOSS 218 Series Invisible Hinge 4-5/8" with 20 Minute UL Fire Rating
The SOSS 218 Series Invisible Hinge is a full size door style hinge measuring 4-5/8" and designed for wood or metal applications with a minimum door thickness of 1-3/4" to 2". Constructed of zinc and steel with nylon links for added strength and durability, this hinge opens a full 180° as a single action hinge. The model #218 now carries a 20 Minute UL Fire rating, making it suitable for hollow metal, sheet metal, tin clad, steel composite, or wood core swinging type fire doors and frames.
Key Features
- Minimum Material Thickness: Designed for doors 1-3/4" thick, supporting full size entry applications in metal and wood.
- Product Size: 4-5/8" hinge size delivers a flush fit and compact profile for superior appearance.
- Heavy-Duty Construction: Made of zinc and steel materials with nylon links that add strength and durability for long-term reliability.
- Full 180° Operation: Single action hinge design opens a full 180° for smooth, unobstructed door movement.
- Fire-Rated Performance: Underwriters Laboratories labeled for use on hollow metal, sheet metal, tin clad, steel composite, or wood core swinging fire doors and frames with a 20 Minute rating.
- Fire Door Hinge Requirements: Use at least one fire-rated hinge for every 20" of door height or portion thereof, or one hinge for every 60 lbs. or fraction thereof, whichever demands more hinges.
- Hardware Included: Wood and machine screws are included for versatile installation on multiple substrate types.
- Invisible Design: Flush fit and compact size make this hinge ideal for applications requiring smooth operation and minimal visibility when the door is closed.
Certifications & Compliance
- UL Listed, 20 Minute Fire Rating
Technical Specifications
- Subcategory: Hinges and Pivots
- Commercial/Residential: Commercial
- Product Group: Door Hinges and Pivots
- Product Type: Hinges and Pivots
- Duty Level: Heavy Duty
- Electronic: No
- Corner Type: Radius
- Series: 218 Series
- Collection: 218 Series
- Product Size: 4-5/8"
- Product Category: Door Hinges and Pivots
- Department: Door Hardware
- Application: Full Sized Entry, Metal, Wood
- Min. Material Thickness: 1-3/4″
- Fire Rating: 20 Minutes
- Power Transfer: No
- Closer: No
- Counter Bored Screw Holes: No
- Screws Included: Wood and Machine
- Packaging: 1 / Box = 1 Each
- Packages Per Container: 1 Each
- Price Per: Each
Typical Applications
- Commercial Office Buildings
- Educational Facilities
- Healthcare Institutions
- Retail Establishments
- Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
- Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
- Government and Municipal Buildings
Why SOSS 218?
SOSS 218 Series hinges combine zinc and steel construction with nylon links to deliver dependable strength and smooth, full 180° operation. With a 20 Minute UL Fire rating, this hinge is engineered for demanding commercial applications where fire door compliance, flush appearance, and compact size are essential.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Subcategory:
- Hinges and Pivots
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Product Group:
- Door Hinges and Pivots
- Product Type:
- Hinges and Pivots
- Product Subgroup:
- Invisible Hinges
- Duty Level:
- Heavy Duty
- Electronic:
- No
- Corner Type:
- Radius
- Series:
- 218 Series
- Collection:
- 218 Series
- Product Function:
- Invisible Hinges
- Product Size:
- 4-5/8"
- Product Category:
- Door Hinges and Pivots
- Product Substrate:
- Zinc and Steel
- Department:
- Door Hardware