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Don-Jo HS-5050 Hinge Shim 5" x 1/2" Steel Filler Plate for Commercial Door Hinges

Don-Jo HS-5050 Hinge Shim 5" x 1/2" Steel Filler Plate for Commercial Door Hinges

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Don-Jo HS-5050 Hinge Shim 5" x 1/2" Steel Filler Plate for Commercial Door Hinges

The Don-Jo HS-5050 Hinge Shim is a precision-engineered 16-gauge steel filler plate measuring 5" in length and 1/2" in width, designed to fill gaps and align door hinges in commercial door hardware applications. Constructed from durable 16 ga. (.060) steel, this hinge shim delivers the structural integrity required for demanding commercial environments. Sold in a shelf pack of 10, the HS-5050 is an efficient solution for installers and facilities managers who need reliable hinge gap correction and door alignment components on hand.

Key Features

  • Precise Dimensions: Measures 5" in length and 1/2" in width, providing accurate fitment for standard commercial door hinge applications.
  • Heavy-Gauge Steel Construction: Manufactured from 16 ga. (.060) steel for exceptional strength, rigidity, and long-term durability in high-use commercial settings.
  • Convenient Shelf Pack Quantity: Available in a shelf pack of 10, making it easy to stock and deploy multiple shims across a project or facility.
  • Versatile Filler Plate Application: Functions as a hinge filler plate to correct gaps, misalignments, and uneven door frame conditions in commercial door hinge and pivot installations.
  • Commercial-Grade Quality: Engineered specifically for commercial door hardware applications within the Door Hinges and Pivots product category, ensuring compatibility with professional-grade installations.

Technical Specifications

  • Subcategory: Filler Plates
  • Product Group: Door Hinges and Pivots
  • Product Subgroup: Parts and Accessories
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Product Category: Door Hinges and Pivots
  • Department: Door Hardware

Typical Applications

  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Educational Facilities
  • Healthcare Institutions
  • Retail Establishments
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Government and Municipal Buildings

Why Don-Jo HS-5050?

Don-Jo Hinge Shim products are built to professional commercial standards, with the HS-5050 crafted from 16 ga. (.060) steel to ensure consistent performance and reliable gap correction in door hinge installations. Engineered for demanding commercial applications, the HS-5050 provides installers with a dependable, precision-dimensioned filler plate solution that stands up to the rigors of high-traffic environments.

Manufacturer Resources

DON-JO Hinges

Product Specs

Subcategory:
Filler Plates
Product Group:
Door Hinges and Pivots
Product Subgroup:
Parts and Accessories
Product Type:
Hinge Shim
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Product Model:
HS 5050
Product Category:
Door Hinges and Pivots
Product Substrate:
Steel
Department:
Door Hardware

Don-Jo HS-5050 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What is a Don-Jo HS-5050 hinge shim used for on a commercial door?
It's a thin steel filler plate that goes behind a hinge leaf to take up a gap between the hinge and the mortise. When a door sags, binds on the strike side, or a mortise has been cut a little deep, shimming one or both leaves shifts the door back into alignment without re-cutting the frame or the door edge. The HS-5050 measures 5 x 1/2 inches, so it sits along the length of a hinge leaf rather than under the barrel.
2) How thick is the Don-Jo HS-5050 hinge shim, and how much will one move the door?
The shim is 16 gauge steel, .060 inch thick. That's the amount one shim shifts the hinge leaf out of the mortise, so a single shim under one hinge is a fine correction and stacking or shimming multiple hinges is how you move the door further. Because it's 16 ga. rather than a paper or plastic shim, it carries the leaf load without crushing over time.
3) Do hinge shims fix a door that rubs the frame on the latch side?
Often, yes, and it's the cheapest fix to try first. Shimming behind the top hinge pulls the top of the door toward the hinge jamb; shimming the bottom hinge does the same at the bottom. If the door is dragging at the top corner on the strike side, a .060 shim behind the top hinge is the usual first move. What shims will not fix is a door that has warped or a frame that's out of plumb, those need the frame or slab addressed.
4) How many hinge shims come in a pack of Don-Jo HS-5050?
They ship in a shelf pack of 10. For a property manager or a service tech that's roughly three doors' worth of correction if you're shimming all three hinges, which is why it's sold as a stocking quantity rather than singly.
5) Are Don-Jo hinge shims steel or plastic, and does it matter on a high-traffic door?
Steel, 16 ga. It matters on an opening that cycles hard: a shim carries the full weight of the door through the hinge leaf, and a plastic or cardboard shim will compress and let the door drift back out of alignment. Steel holds the correction. This one is built for commercial use, offices, schools, healthcare, retail and multi-tenant buildings.
6) Is a hinge shim the same thing as a hinge filler plate or a blank hinge plate?
A shim like the HS-5050 goes behind the hinge leaf to take up space, .060 inch of steel that repositions the hinge. That's different from a plate used to cover an unused hinge mortise on a frame where a hinge has been removed. If the goal is closing off an empty mortise so nothing shows, a shim is the wrong part, it's only 1/2 inch wide and won't cover the cutout.
7) Do I need longer screws when I shim a door hinge?
Usually yes, and they aren't included with the HS-5050. Adding .060 inch behind the leaf pushes the screw heads out by that amount and takes .060 off your thread engagement into the jamb or door edge. On a hollow metal frame the machine screws still land in the same tapped holes so it's rarely an issue; on a wood jamb, moving to a longer wood screw, 2-1/2 or 3 inch into the stud, is good practice on the top hinge of a heavy door.
How fast can I get the Don-Jo HS-5050 delivered?
Most orders ship the same day from our distribution partners, with quick delivery throughout the continental U.S. Need it urgently? Contact Us for expedited shipping options.
Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit, reach out to our support team for a return authorization or setup a return by following our return instructions.
Does the Don-Jo HS-5050 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Don-Jo HS-5050 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
How do I get technical support or installation help for the Don-Jo HS-5050?
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