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Mepla Hinge Angle and Cup Hole Positioning Guide

When selecting hinges bear in mind that we sell “00” cranking hinges only. Changes in door overlay are accomplished by changing mounting plate sizes and by changing the Distance Between Edge (DBE) of the hinge cup hole. It is important to understand that the terms full overlay, half overlay etc. are relative terms, not absolute dimensions. They are helpful, however, in understanding the look of the finished project.

Using the examples on the previous pages as a guide, decide how much you want your hinges to overlay the cabinet carcass or whether you want an inset application, then use the angle chart below to determine the swing of your doors. When you’ve made your decision, use the hinge overlay table below to select your hinges and mounting plates. To use the overlay table, look for the overlay dimension that corresponds to your desired overlay. These dimensions are highlighted in gray under the different size mounting plates. Remember to use the shortest plate possible when making your selections. (“00” being neutral or flat is the shortest plate, and when combined with a “00” cranking hinge, will produce full overlay on a frameless cabinet.)

The (DBE) Distance Between Edge dimension corresponds to the overlay dimensions under the four plate sizes and represents the distance from the edge of the hinge cup hole. Add 17.5mm for 35mm hinge cups (or the hinge cup radius) to this dimension to locate the center of the cup hole before drilling. It is recommended that you use the metric dimensions when using “Euro” hardware because it eliminates the need for mathematical conversions and reduces possibility of error. For those of you who want to make the conversions multiply the metric dimensions by .039375 or divide them by 25.4. The result is the same.

To view Hinge/Soft-close placement information click here.
To view door gap charts click here. If you need further assistance, give us a call. We’re here to help.


Distance Between Edge Chart

DBE/Overlay/Mounting Plate Chart
DBE
“00”
“04”
“08”
“18”
3
16
12
8
-2
4
17
13
9
-1
5
18
14
10
6
19
15
11
7
20
16
12
8
21
17
13
9
22
18
14
10
23
19
15
11
24
20
16
12
25
21
17
Mepla 3-way Adjustable Cabinet Hinges
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95°
95°
100°
110°
125°
170°
Blind Corner Hinge
Reduction Clips
for MP- CS61