Hager RC1542 Full Mortise Hinge 5-Knuckle Round Corner Plain Bearing with Fasteners
Professional Residential Door Hinge Solution
The Hager RC1542 Full Mortise Hinge delivers reliable residential door support with 5-knuckle construction and round corner design. Available in 3-1/2" x 3-1/2" and 4" x 4" sizes with 5/8" radius round corners, this plain bearing hinge features reversible operation and removable pin design. Constructed from brass with brass pin or stainless steel with stainless steel pin, each hinge includes 3/4" x 9" flathead fasteners for complete installation.
Professional Features & Benefits
- Size Options: Available in 3-1/2" x 3-1/2" and 4" x 4" dimensions to accommodate standard residential door applications.
- Round Corner Design: 5/8" (16 mm) radius round corners provide smooth operation and reduce stress concentration points.
- 5-Knuckle Construction: Five-knuckle design distributes load evenly across the hinge for enhanced durability and stability.
- Reversible Operation: Field-reversible design allows installation on either left-hand or right-hand door configurations.
- Removable Pin: .234" diameter removable pin enables easy door removal for maintenance or replacement without disturbing frame mounting.
- Quality Materials: Available in brass with brass pin or stainless steel with stainless steel pin construction for corrosion resistance and longevity.
- Complete Installation Kit: Includes 3/4" x 9" flathead fasteners for wood door applications, packaged 2 hinges per box.
- ANSI Certified: Meets ANSI A2133 (Brass) and ANSI A5133 (Stainless Steel) standards for residential applications.
- Reversible. Round corners by 5/8" (16 mm) radius. Removable pin.
Technical Specifications
- ANSI/BHMA: ANSI A2133 (Brass), ANSI A5133 (Stainless Steel)
- Bearing Type: Plain Bearing
- Box Quantity: 2 each
- Case Quantity: 3-1/2" - 100 each. 4&" - 50 each.
- Certifications: ANSI A2134 (Brass), ANSI A5134 (Stainless steel)
- Commercial/Residential: Residential
- Fastener Size - Wood: 3/4" x 9" FH
- Fasteners: 3/4" x 9" FH
- Features: Reversible. Round corners by 5/8" (16 mm) radius. Removable pin.
- Finishes: 3-1/2" - US3, US4, US15, US26, US26D, US32, US32D, 10R
- Gauge: .085"
- Knuckles: 5
- Material: Brass with brass pin, Stainless Steel with Stainless Steel pin
- Notes
- Subcategory: Full Mortise Hinges
Installation & Operation
- Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness, stile width, and handing as applicable to this product.
- Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces.
- Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions.
- Install all mounting hardware and secure the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications.
- Adjust operational components for proper alignment, latching, and smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.
- 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
- Residential Entry Doors
- Interior Passage Doors
- Bedroom and Bathroom Doors
- Closet and Utility Room Doors
- Multi-Family Housing Units
- Light Commercial Residential-Style Applications
- Door Replacement and Renovation Projects
Why Choose Hager Quality?
Hager RC1542 hinges deliver professional-grade reliability with brass or stainless steel construction and .085" gauge material thickness for demanding residential applications. ANSI certified construction ensures consistent performance and compatibility with standard door preparation. Engineered for residential use where dependable operation and easy maintenance are essential.
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Product Specs
- Knuckles:
- 5
- Subcategory:
- Full Mortise Hinges
- Fasteners:
- 3/4" x 9" FH
- Product Group:
- Door Hinges and Pivots
- Product Subgroup:
- Full Mortise Hinges
- Product Type:
- Full Mortise Hinges
- ANSI/BHMA:
- ANSI A2133 (Brass), ANSI A5133 (Stainless Steel)
- Bearing Type:
- Plain Bearing
- Commercial/Residential:
- Residential
- Features:
- Reversible. Round corners by 5/8" (16 mm) radius. Removable pin.
- Product Model:
- RC1542
- Product Function:
- Plain Bearing
- Product Substrate:
- Brass with Stainless Steel Pin, Stainless Steel with Stainless Steel Pin
- Product Category:
- Door Hinges and Pivots
- Department:
- Door Hardware
- Corner Style:
- 5/8" Radius Corner