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Hager BB1360 Full Mortise Ball Bearing Swing Clear Hinge, Standard Weight, 4-1/2", Stainless Steel, 5 Knuckle HAG-BB1360-4-1/2-US32D

Hager BB1360 Full Mortise Ball Bearing Swing Clear Hinge 4-1/2" Stainless Steel 5 Knuckle Standard Weight

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Hager BB1360 Full Mortise Ball Bearing Swing Clear Hinge 4-1/2" Stainless Steel 5 Knuckle Standard Weight

Professional Swing Clear Commercial Hinge Solution

The Hager BB1360 is a full mortise ball bearing swing clear hinge designed for commercial applications requiring enhanced door clearance. This 4-1/2" stainless steel hinge features 5 knuckles with dual ball bearings and provides swing clear functionality where doors project only 3/32" past the jamb stop when opened 90 degrees. Manufactured to ANSI/BHMA A156.1 standards with reversible operation for flexible installation requirements.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Swing Clear Design: Door projects only 3/32" (2 mm) past stop of jamb when opened 90 degrees, maximizing clear opening width for accessibility compliance.
  • Ball Bearing Operation: Two ball bearings provide smooth, long-lasting operation with reduced friction and wear for high-traffic commercial applications.
  • Stainless Steel Construction: Stainless steel material with stainless steel pin delivers superior corrosion resistance and durability for institutional environments.
  • 5-Knuckle Configuration: Five knuckle design provides enhanced strength and load distribution for standard weight commercial doors.
  • Reversible Installation: Assembled right-hand but reversible to left-hand configuration for installation flexibility without additional hardware.
  • Non-Rising Removable Pin: Button tip and plug design allows for easy maintenance and door removal when required.
  • ANSI Compliance: Manufactured in accordance with ANSI/BHMA A156.1 standards ensuring consistent performance and code compliance.
  • Two ball bearings. Non-rising removable pin with button tip and plug;

Technical Specifications

  • ANSI/BHMA: ANSI A5122
  • Applications: For use in hospitals or other institutional type buildings; For square edge doors;
  • Bearing Type: Ball Bearing
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Fastener Size - Machine: 1/2" x 12-24" FH;
  • Fastener Size - Wood: 1-1/4" x 12" FH;
  • Finishes: US32D;
  • Knuckles: 5;
  • Material: Stainless Steel with Stainless Steel Pin;
  • Notes: When opened 90°, door projects 3/32" (2 mm) past stop of jamb.
  • Subcategory: Swing Clear Commercial Hinges

Installation & Operation

  1. Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness, stile width, and handing as applicable to this product.
  2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces.
  3. Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions.
  4. Install all mounting hardware and secure the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications.
  5. Adjust operational components for proper alignment, latching, and smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.
  6. Test device operation to verify proper function and make final adjustments as needed. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

  • Healthcare Institutions and Hospitals
  • Educational Facilities
  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Institutional Buildings
  • ADA Compliance Applications
  • High-Traffic Commercial Entrances
  • Government and Municipal Buildings

Why Choose Hager Quality?

Hager commercial hinges deliver professional-grade reliability with stainless steel construction and dual ball bearing operation engineered for demanding institutional applications. Manufactured in accordance with ANSI/BHMA A156.1 standards, these hinges provide consistent performance where dependable operation and accessibility compliance are essential. The industry’s premiere designer and manufacturer of architectural hinges offers products that meet or exceed ANSI standards for commercial door hardware applications.

Full mortise commercial hinge engineered to meet or exceed ANSI standards for door weight, frequency of use, and finish durability.

Product Specs

Subcategory:
Swing Clear Commercial Hinges
Knuckles:
5
Product Group:
Door Hinges and Pivots
Product Subgroup:
Full Mortise Hinges
Product Type:
Full Mortise Hinges
ANSI/BHMA:
ANSI A5122
Bearing Type:
Ball Bearing
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Product Model:
BB1360
Product Size:
4.5" x 4.5"
Product Category:
Door Hinges and Pivots
Product Substrate:
Stainless Steel
Department:
Door Hardware

Hager HAG-BB1360- 4-1/2-US32D – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What does a swing clear hinge like the Hager BB1360 actually do for clear opening width?
A swing clear hinge swings the door leaf out of the opening so the door face is not eating into the clear width. With the BB1360, at 90 degrees open the door projects only 3/32 inch (2 mm) past the stop of the jamb. That recovers close to the full door thickness of clear opening, which is why these get specified on hospital corridors, patient rooms and other openings where wheelchair and gurney passage is the driver.
2) Do I have to specify handing when ordering the Hager BB1360?
No. It ships assembled right hand but is reversible to left hand with no extra parts, so one hinge covers either swing. That makes it easy to stock a single item for a whole building instead of splitting inventory by hand.
3) Is the Hager BB1360 rated to an ANSI standard for commercial use?
It is made in accordance with ANSI/BHMA A156.1 and carries the ANSI number A5122. The construction is stainless steel with a stainless steel pin, five knuckles, two ball bearings, standard weight. That is the spec sheet an institutional or government submittal typically asks for on a corridor opening.
4) Is the Hager BB1360 heavy enough for a heavy weight door?
No. It is a standard weight hinge, suited to standard weight commercial doors at normal frequency. For a heavy leaf or very high cycle opening, step up to a heavy weight hinge such as the McKinney TCA3386, a 4-1/2 x 4-1/2 square corner five knuckle heavy weight full mortise, or the Dormakaba CB199 heavy weight concealed bearing. Neither of those is swing clear, so if you need both heavy weight and clear width, that is a different hinge than this one.
5) Can I mix swing clear hinges with the standard hinges already on the door?
Don't. Swing clear geometry throws the pin position off the frame relative to a standard full mortise hinge, so mixing the two on one leaf binds the door. Replace all hinges on the opening with BB1360 units of the same size, 4-1/2 or 5 inch, and keep the 630 satin stainless finish consistent across the opening.
6) What is the closest swing clear alternative to the Hager BB1360?
The BEST CB248 is the closest match. Both are full mortise swing clear hinges made for square edge doors. The difference is in material and bearing: the BB1360 is stainless steel with a stainless steel pin and uses two ball bearings, while the CB248 is steel with concealed bearings and is rated medium duty. If the opening is a healthcare or wet-clean environment where stainless matters, stay with the BB1360; if the frame prep and swing clear geometry are the only requirement, the CB248 covers the same function.
7) If I do not need the swing clear feature, what standard 4-1/2 inch stainless hinge should I use instead?
Use the Don-Jo BB94545, a full mortise ball bearing hinge in 4-1/2 inch by 4-1/2 inch stainless steel with square corners, rated standard duty. It matches the Hager BB1360 in size, material and bearing type, but has a conventional leaf, so the door still projects into the clear opening when swung to 90 degrees. The BB1360's swing clear geometry limits that projection to 3/32 inch past the jamb stop, which is what you give up.
8) The BB1360 is standard weight - what do I use on a heavier door on the same opening?
For a heavier leaf, the McKinney TCA3386 is a square corner 5 knuckle full mortise hinge in 4-1/2 inch by 4-1/2 inch rated heavy weight, so it drops into the same mortise size as the Hager BB1360. Note it is a conventional hinge, not swing clear, so if the opening was specified swing clear for clear-width accessibility, changing to the TCA3386 changes the clear opening. The BEST CB223 is another heavy duty option but it is prepped for beveled edge doors, while the BB1360 is for square edge doors.
9) What sizes and finish does the Hager BB1360 swing clear hinge come in?
Two sizes, 4-1/2 inch and 5 inch, both in 630 satin stainless steel. The listed product size for the 4-1/2 is 4.5 x 4.5 inches. Finish is US32D satin stainless throughout, which is the standard institutional finish, so it will match existing 630 hinges, push plates and pulls on the rest of your openings.
10) What screws come with the Hager BB1360 and what prep do they suit?
Machine screws are 12-24 x 1/2 inch flat head for the hollow metal frame leaf, and wood screws are #12 x 1-1/4 inch flat head for a wood door leaf. That covers the usual hollow metal frame with wood or metal door combination without sourcing separate fasteners.
11) Can the door be taken off without removing the hinges on the Hager BB1360?
Yes. It uses a non rising removable pin with button tip and plug, so maintenance can drop the pins and lift the leaf out for repair or repainting, then reset it without disturbing the frame leaf screws or the door prep.
12) Is a stainless steel hinge worth it over a steel one in a hospital or a wash down area?
On the BB1360 both the leaves and the pin are stainless, which is what you want where the opening sees moisture, frequent cleaning chemicals or coastal air. If corrosion is not a concern and you only need the swing clear geometry on square edge doors, the BEST CB248 is a steel full mortise concealed bearing swing clear hinge for square edge doors at medium duty. For a plain full mortise stainless hinge with no swing clear action, the Don-Jo BB94545 is a 4-1/2 x 4-1/2 stainless square corner unit.
13) Ball bearing or concealed bearing hinge for a high traffic institutional door?
Both carry the load on bearings; the difference is whether you see them. The Hager BB1360 uses two exposed ball bearings between the knuckles, standard weight, five knuckle. If the architect called for a concealed bearing look, the BEST 1900R and the Stanley Security CB1960R are standard weight full mortise concealed bearing hinges, and the Dormakaba CB199 is the heavy weight concealed bearing option. Only the BB1360 and the BEST CB248 in that group are swing clear, so if clear width is the reason you are buying, stay with one of those two.
14) Which alternatives fit a beveled edge door instead of a square edge door?
The Hager BB1360 is built for square edge doors. If the leaf in the opening is beveled, the BEST CB223 is a stainless steel concealed bearing heavy weight pivot reinforced hinge made for beveled edge doors. Note it is heavy weight rather than standard weight and it is not a swing clear hinge, so confirm the door weight and whether the clear opening width was part of the original spec before you swap.
15) I need to run power through the door - can I use the BB1360?
The Hager BB1360 as supplied is a standard swing clear hinge with a non-rising removable pin and no through-wire. For an electrified opening, the ACSI 5BB1 is a 5 knuckle ball bearing full mortise hinge in 4-1/2 inch by 4-1/2 inch with a concealed electric through-wire, 4 wire 28 gauge, from the 1100 Series - same leaf size, with the wire transfer built in. It is a conventional hinge rather than swing clear, so on an accessible opening you would typically run the electrified hinge in one position and swing clear hinges elsewhere in the door.
16) Is a steel ball bearing hinge like the Don-Jo BB74545 a substitute for the Hager BB1360?
Only on size, not on function. The Don-Jo BB74545 is a 4-1/2 inch by 4-1/2 inch steel full mortise ball bearing hinge with square corners and 5 knuckles, standard duty - the same leaf size and knuckle count as the BB1360. What it does not carry is the swing clear leaf geometry or the stainless steel body and pin. On a hospital or institutional door where the BB1360 was chosen for clear width and corrosion resistance, the BB74545 is not an equal swap; on a back-of-house door where neither applies, it is the same mortise.
17) What is the difference between the BB1360's ball bearings and a concealed bearing hinge like the BEST 1900R?
The Hager BB1360 uses two ball bearings between the knuckles, visible in the barrel, in a 5 knuckle stainless steel body. The BEST 1900R is a steel full mortise standard weight hinge with concealed bearings and a removable pin, rated medium duty; the Stanley Security CB1960R is the same concealed bearing standard weight architectural hinge in that family. Concealed bearing hinges give a smooth barrel appearance with no exposed bearing race. Neither the 1900R nor the CB1960R is a swing clear hinge, so they do not preserve the 3/32 inch projection the BB1360 delivers at 90 degrees.
18) Can I standardize a whole building on one hinge if some doors need swing clear and some do not?
A common approach is to keep one leaf size across the facility and vary the model. The Hager BB1360 is 4-1/2 inch by 4-1/2 inch with 5 knuckles, so it shares mortise size with the McKinney TCA2314 and TCA2317 square corner 5 knuckle full mortise hinges at 4-1/2 inch by 4-1/2 inch, both standard duty, and with the Don-Jo BB84545 in brass with a satin chrome finish. That lets the accessible openings carry the swing clear BB1360 while ordinary openings take a conventional hinge cut to the same frame prep. Finish is the item to reconcile - the BB1360 is supplied in 630 satin stainless steel.
19) Is the Don-Jo BB74540 the same size as the Hager BB1360?
No. The Don-Jo BB74540 is 4-1/2 inch by 4 inch in satin chrome, a narrower leaf than the Hager BB1360 at 4-1/2 inch by 4-1/2 inch. The narrow leaf is used where the frame rabbet or trim will not accept a full 4-1/2 inch width. If your existing mortise was cut for a 4-1/2 by 4-1/2 hinge, the BB74540 will leave an open pocket at the back of the cut.
20) What is a pivot reinforced hinge and is it an alternative to the BB1360?
A pivot reinforced hinge, such as the BEST FBB212 steel ball bearing hinge for square edge doors, adds reinforcement at the pivot point to carry load on abused or high-frequency openings; it is listed standard duty. Like the BB1360, it suits square edge doors and uses ball bearings. The difference is that it is a conventional leaf in steel, where the Hager BB1360 is stainless steel with a stainless pin and carries the swing clear profile that holds the door to 3/32 inch past the jamb stop at 90 degrees.
21) Is the Dormakaba CB199 an equivalent to the Hager BB1360?
They are different classes. The Stanley Security CB199 is a full mortise concealed bearing heavy weight architectural hinge, rated heavy duty, while the Hager BB1360 is a standard weight ball bearing hinge built to ANSI A5122 with swing clear geometry for square edge doors. Choose the CB199 when door weight or frequency pushes past standard weight on a conventional opening; choose the BB1360 when the opening needs the clear-width benefit of a swing clear leaf.
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