Ives 224XY Full Mortise Continuous Geared Hinge with Door Edge Protection for 1-3/4" Doors
Professional Full Mortise Continuous Hinge Solution
The Ives 224XY Full Mortise Continuous Geared Hinge provides comprehensive door edge protection for 1-3/4" doors with a maximum door width of 48". This professional-grade hinge features a patented center-loaded, interlocking bearing design with rounded gear construction for extended life and smooth operation. Certified to ANSI 156.26 Grade 1 and UL10C 90-minute fire rating, this non-handed hinge supports doors weighing up to 450 pounds without reinforcing or 600 pounds with reinforcing.
Professional Features & Benefits
- Door Compatibility: Designed for 1-3/4" doors with maximum 48" door width and 1/16" door inset for precise installation requirements.
- Heavy-Duty Load Capacity: Supports doors weighing up to 450 pounds without reinforcing or 600 pounds with reinforcing for demanding commercial applications.
- Patented Bearing Design: Center-loaded, interlocking bearing system with rounded gear design provides extended life and smooth operation over time.
- Full Mortise Construction: Mounts on the side of door stile and inside frame side jamb with only gear cover visible when door is closed for clean aesthetics.
- Extended Frame Guidance: Frame guidance lip is extended further for retrofit applications to cover existing heavy-weight architectural hinge preparations.
- Grade 1 Certification: ANSI 156.26 Grade 1 and UL10C 90-minute fire rating certification ensures compliance with commercial building codes.
- Lifetime Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty provides long-term confidence and protection for commercial installations.
- Flexible Length Options: Available in standard lengths of 83", 85", 95", and 119" with ability to cut to custom lengths during installation.
Technical Specifications
- ANSI/BHMA: ANSI 156.26
- Commercial/Residential: Commercial
- Department: Door Hardware
- Door Hand Direction: Non-Handed
- Door Weight: 450
- Product Category: Door Hinges and Pivots
- Product Group: Door Hinges and Pivots
- Product Model: 224XY
- Product Size: 48"
- Product Subgroup: Continuous Hinges
- Product Type: Continuous Geared Hinges
- Subcategory: Hinges and Pivots
Installation & Operation
- Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including 1-3/4" door thickness, maximum 48" door width, and 1/16" door inset requirements.
- Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces for full mortise installation.
- Prepare door and frame by routing mortise pockets and drilling required holes as specified in manufacturer instructions.
- Install mounting hardware using standard 12-24 x 3/4" steel self-drilling/self-tapping Phillips head screws or optional security fasteners per manufacturer torque specifications.
- Adjust hinge alignment ensuring proper gear engagement and smooth operation throughout the full range of door movement.
- Test door operation to verify proper function, weight distribution, and alignment. Make final adjustments as needed and refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details.
Professional Applications
- Commercial Office Buildings
- Educational Facilities
- Healthcare Institutions
- High-Traffic Retail Establishments
- Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
- Government and Municipal Buildings
- Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
Why Choose Ives Quality?
Ives continuous geared hinges deliver professional-grade reliability with patented center-loaded, interlocking bearing design rated for extended life cycles in demanding applications. Limited lifetime warranty coverage and ANSI 156.26 Grade 1 certification ensure long-term performance and code compliance. Engineered for high-use and high-traffic doors where dependable operation and constant door alignment are essential for building safety and efficiency.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Subcategory:
- Hinges and Pivots
- Product Group:
- Door Hinges and Pivots
- Product Subgroup:
- Continuous Hinges
- Product Type:
- Continuous Geared Hinges
- ANSI/BHMA:
- ANSI 156.26
- Door Weight:
- 450
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Product Model:
- 224XY
- Door Hand Direction:
- Non-Handed
- Product Size:
- 48"
- Product Category:
- Door Hinges and Pivots
- Department:
- Door Hardware