Ives 5BB1 — Commercial Ball Bearing Full Mortise Hinge, Grade 2 Steel
The Ives 5BB1 is a 5-knuckle ball bearing full mortise hinge built for commercial doors up to 150 lbs and medium-frequency use up to 400 cycles per day. Steel substrate, dual ball bearing assemblies, square corners, and a complete fastener package make it a go-to spec for hollow metal and wood door installations across office, institutional, and multi-family applications. ANSI/BHMA A156.1 certified, BHMA Grade 2 rated for 1,500,000 cycles, and UL Classified for windstorm-rated assemblies (R37965).
Features & Benefits
- Medium Duty Load Capacity: Rated for doors up to 150 lbs with medium-frequency usage up to 400 cycles per day.
- Dual Ball Bearing Design: Two ball bearing assemblies deliver smooth, quiet operation and extended service life in high-traffic openings.
- Grade 2 Durability: BHMA Grade 2 certification — 1,500,000 cycle performance — for long-term commercial reliability.
- Steel Construction: Heavy-gauge steel substrate provides the strength required for demanding commercial applications.
- Complete Fastener Package: Includes wood and machine screws (12-24 x 1/2" UFPHMS, 12 x 1-1/4" FPHWS, 10-24 x 1/2" UFPHMS, 10 x 1" FPHWS) for immediate installation on hollow metal and wood doors.
- ANSI/BHMA A156.1 Compliant: Exceeds ANSI/BHMA A156.1 performance standards; meets A156.7 template hinge dimensions for code compliance.
- UL Classified: UL Classified for windstorm-rated assemblies (R37965) — structural integrity in severe weather conditions.
- Door Closer Compatible: Recommended for use with door closers to ensure proper operation and longevity.
Technical Specifications
- Model: 5BB1
- ANSI/BHMA: ANSI/BHMA A156.1
- Grade: Grade 2 (1,500,000 cycles)
- Bearing Type: Ball Bearing (2 assemblies)
- Knuckles: 5
- Corner Style: Square Corners
- Substrate: Steel
- Duty Level: Medium Duty
- Max Door Weight: 150 lbs
- Max Cycle Frequency: 400 cycles/day
- Fasteners: Wood and Machine Screws (included)
- UL Classification: R37965 — Windstorm Rated Assemblies
- Commercial/Residential: Commercial
- Available Sizes: 3.5" x 3.5", 4" x 4", 4.5" x 4", 4.5" x 4.5", 5" x 4.5", 5" x 5"
Installation Overview
- Verify door weight (150 lbs max), thickness, and handing requirements before ordering.
- Use Ives hinge templates to mark mortise pocket and hole locations on door and frame.
- Route mortise pockets and drill mounting holes per manufacturer specifications.
- Install hinge leaves with provided fasteners; torque to manufacturer specification.
- Check alignment and test full swing range; adjust as needed for proper clearance.
- Confirm smooth ball bearing operation. Refer to the Ives data sheet and template index (linked below) for complete installation details.
Common Applications
- Commercial Office Buildings
- Educational Facilities
- Healthcare Institutions
- Retail Establishments
- Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
- Multi-Family Residential Properties
- Government and Municipal Buildings
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Subcategory:
- Hinges and Pivots
- Knuckles:
- 5
- Grade:
- Grade 2
- Fasteners:
- Wood and Machine Screws
- Corner Style:
- Square Corners
- Product Group:
- Door Hinges and Pivots
- Product Subgroup:
- Full Mortise Hinges
- Product Type:
- Hinges
- ANSI/BHMA:
- ANSI/BHMA A156.1
- Duty Level:
- Medium Duty
- Bearing Type:
- Ball Bearing
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Tags:
- Ives 5BB1, full mortise hinge, ball bearing hinge, Grade 2 hinge, ANSI A156.1, steel hinge, square corner hinge, medium duty hinge, commercial hinge, UL windstorm hinge, 5 knuckle hinge
- Product Model:
- 5BB1
- Product Category:
- Door Hinges and Pivots
- Product Substrate:
- Steel
- Department:
- Door Hardware