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RCI 952 Electrified Hinge with 6-Conductor Wiring and Ball Bearing Construction

RCI 952 Electrified Hinge with 6-Conductor Wiring and Ball Bearing Construction

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RCI 952 Electrified Hinge with 6-Conductor Wiring and Ball Bearing Construction

Professional Electrified Hinge Solution for Commercial Door Applications

The RCI 952 electrified hinge provides concealed power transfer for commercial door applications with 6-conductor wiring capability. This five-knuckle ball bearing hinge features standard weight steel construction and is fully mortised in the hinge stile for tamper resistance when the door is closed. The included 48" lead provides flexible installation options with 4 conductors at 22 gauge and 2 conductors at 18 gauge for various electrical requirements.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Concealed Tamper-Resistant Design: Fully mortised in the hinge stile and concealed when the door is closed for enhanced security and tamper resistance.
  • Six-Conductor Wiring System: Includes 6 conductors (4 at 22 gauge, 2 at 18 gauge) with 48" lead for versatile electrical connections and power transfer applications.
  • Ball Bearing Construction: Five-knuckle ball bearing design ensures smooth operation and long-term durability in commercial applications.
  • Heavy-Duty Steel Construction: Standard weight steel construction provides reliable performance for medium-duty commercial door installations.
  • Non-Handed Installation: Universal design accommodates both left and right-hand door applications for installation flexibility.
  • Professional Finish Options: Available in Brushed Chrome (26D) or Brushed Stainless Steel (32D) finish to complement various architectural specifications.
  • Complete Hardware Package: Includes both wood and machine screws for installation on different door and frame materials.

Technical Specifications

  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Corner Style: Square Corners
  • Department: Door Hardware
  • Door Hand Direction: Non-Handed
  • Duty Level: Medium Duty
  • Electronic: Yes
  • Fasteners: Wood and Machine Screws
  • Knuckles: 5
  • Lock Function: Ball Bearing
  • Parts and Accessories Type: Installation Accessories
  • Product Attribute: Parts and Accessories
  • Product Category: Door Hinges and Pivots
  • Product Function: Ball Bearing
  • Product Group: Door Hinges and Pivots
  • Product Subgroup: Electrified Hinges
  • Product Substrate: Brass/ Stainless Steel
  • Product Type: Electrified Hinges
  • Subcategory: Electrified Hinges

Installation & Operation

  1. Verify electrical requirements and confirm adequate power supply capacity for connected devices before proceeding with installation.
  2. Disconnect power supply before beginning installation. Follow all applicable electrical codes and safety procedures.
  3. Mount the hinge in the specified mortised location ensuring proper alignment with door and frame preparation for concealed installation.
  4. Route and connect the 48" lead wiring according to manufacturer specifications. Use appropriate connections for the 6-conductor system (4 at 22 gauge, 2 at 18 gauge).
  5. Configure electrical connections per application requirements ensuring proper conductor assignment for connected devices.
  6. Restore power and test hinge operation including smooth door movement and electrical continuity through all conductors.
  7. Complete final inspection and verify concealed installation provides tamper resistance. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete wiring diagrams and installation specifications.

Professional Applications

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

Why Choose RCI Quality?

RCI electrified hinges deliver professional-grade reliability with steel construction and ball bearing operation engineered for medium-duty commercial applications. The concealed tamper-resistant design and 6-conductor wiring system provide versatile electrical connectivity while maintaining security integrity. Trusted for demanding commercial installations where dependable power transfer and smooth operation are essential.

Manufacturer Resources

RCI Product Catalog

Product Specs

Product Group:
Door Hinges and Pivots
Subcategory:
Electrified Hinges
Fasteners:
Wood and Machine Screws
Duty Level:
Medium Duty
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Knuckles:
5
Corner Style:
Square Corners
Electronic:
Yes
Product Type:
Electrified Hinge
Lock Function:
Ball Bearing
Product Subgroup:
Electrified Hinges
Parts and Accessories Type:
Installation Accessories
Product Attribute:
Parts and Accessories
Product Function:
Ball Bearing
Door Hand Direction:
Non-Handed
Product Category:
Door Hinges and Pivots
Product Substrate:
Brass/ Stainless Steel
Department:
Door Hardware

RCI 95206 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the RCI 952 electrified hinge fit my existing 4-1/2 x 4-1/2 hinge prep?
Yes. The RCI 952 comes in 4 x 4, 4-1/2 x 4, 4-1/2 x 4-1/2, 4-1/2 x 5 and 5 x 5, so a standard 4-1/2 x 4-1/2 commercial prep is covered directly. It's a square corner hinge, so if your existing leaves have radius corners the mortise won't match without rework. Order the size that matches the leaf you're pulling out, not the door thickness.
2) Do I have to order a left hand and right hand version of the RCI 952 electric hinge?
No. The 952 is non-handed, so one part covers both left and right hand openings. That matters if you're standardizing a building: you stock one size and finish, not four SKUs. Handing only comes back into it when you decide which jamb the wire raceway gets drilled into.
3) How many wires does the RCI 952 power transfer hinge have, and can it run a maglock or an electric strike plus a request-to-exit?
Six conductors: four at 22 gauge and two at 18 gauge, on a 48 inch lead. The two 18 gauge conductors are the heavier pair for a locking device's power feed; the four 22 gauge legs are there for signalling, monitoring or a second low-current device. So one hinge can carry a lock's power and its status or REX contacts back to the frame without a second transfer. Size the load against the conductor gauge before you commit to it.
4) Is the RCI 952 heavy enough for a high traffic entry door?
The 952 is a standard weight, medium duty steel hinge with a five knuckle ball bearing barrel. That suits offices, classrooms, retail and multi-tenant corridors. For a heavy or continuously cycled door, a heavy weight electrified hinge like the BEST CECB168-18 concealed bearing hinge is the right class instead. Don't hang a heavy leaf on standard weight and expect the prep to hold.
5) Can the RCI 952 electric hinge go on a hollow metal frame and a wood door?
Both. The 952 ships with wood screws and machine screws in the box, so the same hinge mounts to a wood door leaf and threads into a drilled and tapped hollow metal frame. You still need a wire path: the frame leaf pocket has to align with a raceway or knockout to take the 48 inch lead back to the power supply.
6) What is a direct alternative to the RCI 952 electrified hinge in a 4.5 x 4.5 standard weight ball bearing size?
The Design Hardware ETW2-BB5 is an electrified standard weight ball bearing hinge in 4.5 inch by 4.5 inch, and it is rated medium duty, the same duty level the RCI 952 carries. The RCI 952 is a five-knuckle ball bearing hinge offered in 4 x 4, 4.5 x 4, 4.5 x 4.5, 4.5 x 5 and 5 x 5. If the opening already takes a 4.5 x 4.5 standard weight hinge, the two are dimensionally interchangeable in that size.
7) What electrified hinge should I use on a high traffic opening that is too heavy for a standard weight hinge?
The BEST CECB168-18 is a steel full mortise concealed bearing electrified hinge rated heavy duty, with 8 wires. The RCI 952 is a standard weight steel hinge rated medium duty with 6 conductors. On an exterior or high traffic leaf where the door weight or cycle count calls for a heavy weight hinge, the CECB168-18 is the one specified for that class of opening.
8) I need more than six wires through the door - what electrified hinge carries eight?
Two eight wire options exist alongside the RCI 952. The Detex EWH8 is a five knuckle electric hinge in 4.5 inch by 4.5 inch with 8 wire in satin chrome, and the BEST CECB168-18 is a steel full mortise concealed bearing heavy weight hinge with 8 wire. The RCI 952 carries 6 conductors, 4 at 22 gauge and 2 at 18 gauge, on a 48 inch lead. Count the devices in the leaf first: an electric strike or latch retraction plus a monitoring switch and a card reader can exceed six conductors.
9) Is a power transfer hinge or a door loop the better way to get power into a door?
An electrified hinge like the 952 is fully mortised into the hinge stile and concealed when the door is closed, so nothing is exposed to be cut or pulled. A surface door loop is quicker to retrofit but leaves an armored cord visible at the hinge edge. Go with the hinge where the opening is public-facing or vandalism is a concern and you can mortise both the door and the frame; go with a loop when you can't disturb the existing prep. If you need eight wires rather than six, the Detex EWH8 Series five knuckle electric hinge and the BEST CECB168-18 both carry 8 wire.
10) What else do I need to order with an electrified hinge to finish the job?
The hinge only carries the wire. You still need the balance of the hinges for the opening (the 952 is one leaf, the other two or three on the door are standard hinges), a power supply sized to the lock you're feeding, and the locking device itself. The 48 inch lead has to reach a junction point inside the frame, so plan the raceway before the door is hung. Screws for both wood and metal are already included.
11) Where in the door does the RCI 952 power transfer hinge get installed, and is the wiring exposed?
It replaces one of the hinges in the hinge stile and is fully mortised into both door and frame, so with the door closed nothing is visible and there's no cable to attack. That's the security case for it over a surface transfer. The tradeoff is prep work: door and frame both need routing for the leaf and a path for the 48 inch lead, which is far easier to do before the door is hung than after.
12) Is the Detex EWH8 the same hinge as the RCI 952?
They are close in construction but not the same wire count. Both are five knuckle electric hinges, and the Detex EWH8 comes in 4.5 inch by 4.5 inch with a satin chrome finish, a size and finish the RCI 952 also covers - it is offered in 4.5 x 4.5 in 626 satin chrome. The difference is the conductors: the EWH8 is an 8 wire hinge, while the RCI 952 runs 6 conductors, 4 at 22 gauge and 2 at 18 gauge. Match the wire count to the devices in the door before treating one as a drop-in for the other.
13) What electrified hinge is specified when the job requires a stated cycle rating?
The SDC PTH Series electrified power transfer hinges carry an 800,000 cycle rating, which is the figure to put on a submittal when a facility standard or drawing calls for a cycle count. The RCI 952 is a five knuckle ball bearing hinge in standard weight steel rated medium duty for commercial openings. On institutional work where the spec sheet asks for a cycle number, the PTH Series answers it directly.
14) What finishes does the RCI 952 electrified hinge come in and will they match my other door hardware?
Two: 626 satin chrome and 630 satin stainless steel, and both are offered in every size from 4 x 4 through 5 x 5. 626 is the usual match for satin chrome levers and closers; 630 reads slightly warmer and greyer and is the standard pairing with stainless push plates and exit devices. On an existing building, match the finish code stamped on the hardware you already have rather than matching by eye.
15) Is the RCI 952 electric hinge rated for commercial use or is it a residential part?
Commercial. The 952 is a standard weight steel hinge with brass and stainless steel components, built for offices, schools, healthcare, retail and government openings. It is not a residential-grade hinge, and the six-conductor power transfer only makes sense where there's an access control system behind it.
16) What is the difference between an electrified hinge like the RCI 952 and a power transfer hinge such as the SDC PTH?
Both move current from the frame into the door leaf through the hinge itself, so neither needs a surface mounted door loop. The SDC PTH Series is described as a power transfer hinge and carries an 800,000 cycle rating. The RCI 952 is a five knuckle ball bearing hinge that is fully mortised in the hinge stile and concealed when the door is closed, with a 48 inch lead. The practical selection point is not the name but the conductor count and the duty class the opening needs.
17) Which electrified hinge works for either hand of door without ordering handed stock?
The RCI 952 is non-handed, so one part number covers both left and right hand openings and a property manager stocking spares does not need to split inventory by hand. Among the alternatives, the Securitron EH Double Duty electric hinge and the Design Hardware ETW2-BB5 are the peer options for the same job; confirm hand requirements with each manufacturer before ordering those.
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