BEST F248 Steel Full Mortise Plain Bearing Swing Clear Hinge

BEST F248 Steel Full Mortise Plain Bearing Swing Clear Hinge

Professional Swing Clear Hinge for Maximum Door Opening Clearance

The BEST F248 is a steel full mortise plain bearing swing clear hinge engineered to provide maximum door opening clearance for accessibility applications. This medium-duty hinge features a 5-knuckle design with square corners and removable pins, designed to swing doors completely clear of the opening when opened 95°. Constructed from durable steel with plain bearing operation, it ensures smooth and silent performance while providing the strength and reliability required for commercial applications.

Professional Features & Benefits

• Swing Clear Design: Swings doors completely clear of the opening when opened 95° for maximum accessibility and space utilization.
• Replacement Compatibility: Designed to replace existing 3-1/2" (89mm) or 4" (102mm) hinges for swing clear openings with minimal modification.
• Heavy-Duty Steel Construction: Durable steel construction provides exceptional strength and longevity for commercial applications.
• Plain Bearing Operation: Smooth and silent operation with reliable plain bearing mechanism for consistent performance.
• Versatile Installation: Easily seated non-rising pins with reversible flush tips for flexible installation options.
• 5-Knuckle Design: Five-knuckle configuration with square corners provides enhanced stability and load distribution.
• Multiple Finish Options: Available in 632 bright brass plated clear coated, 633 satin brass plated clear coated, and 652 satin chromium plated finishes.
• Full Mortise Application: Designed for full mortise installation on square edge doors for seamless integration.

Technical Specifications

• Bearing Type: Plain Bearing
• Commercial/Residential: Commercial
• Corner Style: Square Corners
• Department: Door Hardware
• Duty Level: Medium Duty
• Hinge Pin Type: Removable
• Hinge Type: Full Mortise
• Knuckles: 5
• Product Category: Door Hinges and Pivots
• Product Function: Plain Bearing
• Product Group: Door Hinges and Pivots
• Product Model: F248
• Product Subgroup: Surface and Mortise Hinges
• Product Type: Full Mortise Hinges
• Series: Architectural Hinges
• Subcategory: Hinges

Installation & Operation

1. Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness, stile width, and handing as applicable to this product.
2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces.
3. Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions.
4. Install all mounting hardware and secure the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications.
5. Adjust operational components for proper alignment, latching, and smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.
6. 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

• Healthcare Facilities and Hospitals
• Educational Institutions
• Commercial Office Buildings
• Accessibility Compliance Projects
• Wheelchair Accessible Entrances
• Areas with Limited Space Requirements
• Remodeling and New Construction

Why Choose BEST Quality?

BEST architectural hinges deliver professional-grade reliability with durable steel construction and precision plain bearing operation for demanding commercial applications. The F248 swing clear design provides the accessibility compliance and space optimization required in healthcare, educational, and commercial environments. Engineered for medium-duty performance with multiple finish options to match any architectural specification.