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BEST CECSFBB179-54 Steel Full Mortise Ball Bearing Electrified Hinge with Concealed Switch and 4-Wire Configuration

BEST CECSFBB179-54 Steel Full Mortise Ball Bearing Electrified Hinge with Concealed Switch and 4-Wire Configuration

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BEST CECSFBB179-54 Steel Full Mortise Ball Bearing Electrified Hinge with Concealed Switch and 4-Wire Configuration

Professional Electrified Hinge Solution with Integrated Monitoring

The BEST CECSFBB179-54 is a standard weight electrified hinge engineered for commercial door applications, featuring steel construction with full mortise design and concealed ball bearings. This electrified hinge incorporates a concealed switch (CS) feature for door position monitoring with 4-wire configuration, enabling integration with electronic access control systems while maintaining a clean, unobtrusive appearance with no exposed electrical components when installed.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Concealed Switch Technology: "CS" concealed switch allows opening monitoring and operates when door is either open or closed for discreet security integration.
  • 4-Wire Configuration: Simplified wiring setup with single pole double throw switch for efficient integration with electronic access control systems.
  • Ball Bearing Construction: Concealed ball bearings provide smooth operation and extended service life in commercial applications.
  • Tamper-Proof Design: No electrical parts are exposed when hinge is installed, providing secure monitoring capability for sensitive applications.
  • Steel Construction: Standard weight steel construction delivers reliable performance for medium duty commercial door applications.
  • Full Mortise Design: Professional installation with complete concealment of hinge components within door and frame preparation.
  • Security Integration: Used to activate alarms, monitoring devices, or other security equipment when tamper-proof hinge monitoring is required.
  • Complete Installation Package: Packed one per box with screws and installation instructions for professional installation.

Technical Specifications

  • Bearing Type: Ball Bearing
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Corner Style: Square Corners
  • Department: Door Hardware
  • Duty Level: Medium Duty
  • Electronic: Yes
  • Hinge Type: Electrified
  • Knuckles: 5
  • Lock Type: Mortise
  • Number of Wires: 4
  • Package Includes: Concealed Conductor, Concealed Switch
  • Product Category: Door Hinges and Pivots
  • Product Group: Door Hinges and Pivots
  • Product Model: CECSFBB179-54
  • Product Subgroup: Electrified Hinges
  • Product Type: Electrified Hinges
  • Series: Electrified Hinges
  • Subcategory: Hinges

Installation & Operation

  1. Verify electrical requirements and confirm 4-wire configuration compatibility with connected monitoring or access control systems before proceeding.
  2. Disconnect power supply before beginning installation. Follow all applicable electrical codes and safety procedures.
  3. Install hinge in the center hinge location as specified by manufacturer requirements for proper switch operation and door support.
  4. Route and connect 4-wire configuration according to manufacturer wiring diagrams, ensuring proper connections for single pole double throw switch operation.
  5. Configure switch settings for door open/closed monitoring per application requirements and connected security equipment.
  6. Restore power and test all functions including door position monitoring, switch operation, and integration with alarms or monitoring devices.
  7. Complete final inspection and document settings. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete wiring diagrams, programming instructions, and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

  • Commercial Building Security Systems
  • Healthcare Facility Access Control
  • Educational Institution Safety Systems
  • Government and Municipal Buildings
  • Industrial Facility Monitoring
  • Retail Loss Prevention Systems
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties

Why Choose BEST Quality?

BEST electrified hinges deliver professional-grade reliability with steel construction and concealed ball bearing design engineered for demanding commercial applications. The concealed switch technology provides tamper-proof monitoring capability while maintaining clean aesthetics with no exposed electrical components. Engineered for medium duty commercial use where dependable door position monitoring and security integration are essential.

Product Specs

Subcategory:
Hinges
Series:
Electrified Hinges
Hinge Type:
Electrified
Knuckles:
5
Bearing Type:
Ball Bearing
Corner Style:
Square Corners
Product Group:
Door Hinges and Pivots
Product Subgroup:
Electrified Hinges
Product Type:
Electrified Hinges
Number of Wires:
4
Duty Level:
Medium Duty
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Electronic:
Yes
Lock Type:
Mortise
Package Includes:
Concealed Conductor, Concealed Switch
Product Model:
CECSFBB179-54
Product Category:
Door Hinges and Pivots
Department:
Door Hardware

BEST BEST-CECSFBB179-54LH-652-4x4 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What does the CS concealed switch on the BEST CECSFBB179-54 hinge actually do?
The CS concealed switch monitors door position. It is a single pole double throw switch that signals whether the door is open or closed, so it can trigger an alarm, a monitoring panel, or other security equipment. Because the switch and conductors are inside the hinge, nothing electrical is exposed once the hinge is mortised in, which is why it gets specified where tamper-proof monitoring is required rather than a surface door contact.
2) Do I have to order a handed electrified hinge, and which hand do I pick?
Yes, handing is part of the order. The CECSFBB179-54 comes left-handed or right-handed, and the hand has to match the door because the wire exit and switch orientation follow it. Determine hand from outside the door: if the hinges are on your left and the door swings away from you, that's a left hand door.
3) What sizes does the CECSFBB179-54 electrified hinge come in?
Six sizes are offered: 4 x 4, 4.5 x 4, 4.5 x 4.5, 4.5 x 5, 5 x 4 and 5 x 5 inches, all with square corners. Match the size and corner style to the existing hinge prep in the door and frame, since this is a full mortise hinge and the leaf has to drop into the existing mortise. Square corner prep will not accept a radius corner hinge and vice versa.
4) Is a 4-wire electrified hinge enough, or do I need 6 or 8 conductors?
Four conductors handle the concealed switch on the CECSFBB179-54 (SPDT monitoring) and little else. If you also need to power an electric latch retraction or an electrified lock through the same hinge, you want more conductors: the RCI 952 electrified hinge runs 6 conductors, and the Detex EWH8 in 4.5 x 4.5 runs 8 wires. Pick the conductor count off your wiring diagram, then add a couple of spares.
5) Is this hinge heavy enough for a high traffic entrance door?
It's a standard weight, medium duty steel hinge with concealed ball bearings, which suits normal commercial interior and moderate traffic openings. For a heavy door, high frequency entry, or a door with a closer fighting wind load, step up: the Securitron EH is a double duty electric hinge, and the SDC PTH Series power transfer hinges carry an 800,000 cycle rating.
6) Will a five knuckle electrified hinge drop into my existing full mortise hinge prep?
Usually yes, provided the size and corner style match. The CECSFBB179-54 is a five knuckle full mortise hinge with square corners, so it replaces a standard five knuckle full mortise hinge of the same leaf dimensions with no new mortising. What is new is the wire path: the frame leaf needs a route for the concealed conductor back to your panel, which a plain hinge prep will not have.
7) I only need to pass power to an electric lock, not monitor the door. What should I use instead of the BEST CECSFBB179-54?
The CECSFBB179-54 includes a concealed switch for door position monitoring in addition to the concealed conductor, so you would be paying for a function you are not using. For straight power transfer, the SDC PTH Series electrified power transfer hinges are rated for 800,000 cycles, and the Design Hardware ETW2-BB5 is a 4.5 inch by 4.5 inch electrified standard weight ball bearing hinge in medium duty. Either passes current without the switch circuit.
8) What is the closest equivalent to the BEST CECSFBB179-54 if I need more than four conductors through the hinge?
The BEST CECSFBB179-54 carries a 4-wire configuration with a concealed switch. If the opening needs more conductors, the RCI 952 electrified hinge is a 6-conductor, medium duty ball bearing hinge, and the Detex EWH8 five knuckle electric hinge is an 8-wire hinge in 4.5 inch by 4.5 inch with a satin chrome finish. Count the conductors your electrified lock, exit device and monitoring circuit actually require before choosing, since the BEST 4-wire path is dedicated to the single pole double throw switch.
9) Is the Design Hardware ETW2-BB5 a drop-in substitute for the BEST CECSFBB179-54?
Not for a monitored opening. Both are electrified standard weight ball bearing hinges in medium duty, and the ETW2-BB5 is offered in 4.5 inch by 4.5 inch, a size the BEST hinge also covers. The difference is function: the CECSFBB179-54 adds a concealed switch that signals door position and operates whether the door is open or closed, which is what drives an alarm or monitoring device. If your panel expects that contact, the ETW2-BB5 will not provide it.
10) Where in the hinge stack should the electrified hinge go?
Install it in the center hinge location. That position keeps the switch operating correctly and spreads the door load, and it also protects the wire loop between door and frame. The other two hinges in the opening stay standard non-electrified hinges of the same size and finish.
11) What finishes can I get to match the other hinges on my doors?
Seven finishes on steel: 600 primed for painting, 632 bright brass, 633 satin brass, 639 satin bronze, 640 dark satin bronze, 651 bright chrome and 652 satin chrome. For a building already standardized on satin chrome, 652 is the match, and 600 lets you paint the hinge to the frame color.
12) What comes in the box, and what else do I need to buy to finish the job?
Each hinge is packed one per box with mounting screws and installation instructions, and the concealed conductor and concealed switch are built in. You still supply everything outside the hinge: the two companion non-electrified hinges for the opening, the frame side wire connection and raceway, and the monitoring panel or alarm input the switch reports to.
13) The BEST CECSFBB179-54 is medium duty. What electrified hinge should I look at for a heavier or high traffic opening?
The CECSFBB179-54 is a standard weight steel hinge rated medium duty. For openings with heavier leaves or higher cycle counts, the Securitron EH is a double duty electric hinge, and the SDC PTH Series carries an 800,000 cycle rating. Confirm door weight and leaf width against the manufacturer sizing table either way.
14) Which electrified hinge gives the most finish and size choice if I am standardizing across a building?
The BEST CECSFBB179-54 is ordered in six sizes from 4 inch by 4 inch up to 5 inch by 5 inch, in left and right hand, and in seven finishes including 600 primed for painting, 632 bright brass, 633 satin brass, 639 satin bronze, 640 satin bronze dark, 651 bright chrome and 652 satin chrome. Among the comparable electric hinges, the Detex EWH8 is specified as 4.5 inch by 4.5 inch in satin chrome and the Design Hardware ETW2-BB5 as 4.5 inch by 4.5 inch, so the BEST range is the broader one for matching mixed openings.
15) My spec calls for a five knuckle full mortise electric hinge. Which options match that?
The BEST CECSFBB179-54 is a five knuckle full mortise hinge with square corners and concealed ball bearings, carrying four wires and a concealed switch. The Detex EWH8 is also a five knuckle electric hinge, in 4.5 inch by 4.5 inch with eight wires. Choose between them on conductor count and whether the drawing calls for integral door position monitoring.
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