Heavy-Duty Zinc-Plated T-Strap Gate Hinge Series – Silver – 5″ & 8″
This T-strap hinge series is designed for wooden gates, shed doors, barn doors, fence gates and similar hinged structures. Choose the hinge length and profile according to the gate dimensions, weight, mounting area and supporting structure.
Finish and appearance
Silver zinc-plated steel. The neutral industrial surface can also serve as a practical base for a compatible metal primer and topcoat when the hinge and gate need a coordinated painted finish.
Upgraded full-length through-pin
A continuous full-length pin runs through the hinge barrel. Its mechanically retained ends help resist pin walk-out under repeated gate movement and load, improving retention compared with the earlier short-pin construction.
Thicker steel construction
The hinge is made from approximately 0.11 in (2.8 mm) thick steel. The heavier plate and wide strap improve rigidity and distribute the load across a larger mounting area than many commonly sold light-duty T-strap hinges.
Countersunk offset mounting holes
The countersunk holes provide a recessed seat for compatible screw heads, helping them sit more evenly against the hinge surface. The offset hole pattern distributes fasteners across the wood and reduces the risk of concentrating them along a single grain line.
Technical Specifications
| Hinge series | T-strap hinge |
|---|---|
| Available lengths | 5 in and 8 in |
| Size and profile options | 5 in and 8 in: Standard T-strap |
| Base material | Steel |
| Plate thickness | Approximately 0.11 in (2.8 mm) |
| Surface finish | Silver zinc-plated steel |
| Pin construction | Continuous full-length through-pin with mechanically retained ends |
| Pin type | Fixed; not intended for routine removal |
| Mounting holes | Countersunk holes with an offset fastening pattern |
| Rated capacity | 5 in: up to 260 lb per installed pair; 8 in: up to 300 lb per installed pair |
| Capacity basis | Two hinges installed as a pair on an adequately constructed gate or door |
| Typical applications | Wooden gates, fence gates, shed doors and barn doors |
| Installation orientation | Surface-mounted; verify hinge alignment, mounting area and fastener suitability before installation |
Capacity note: Actual performance depends on gate width, frame stiffness, substrate condition, fastener type, fastener embedment, hinge spacing, alignment and installation quality. The stated capacity is not a substitute for project-specific engineering.
Installation Planning
- Confirm hinge length, profile, gate weight and available mounting area before ordering.
- Use two hinges together for the stated pair capacity.
- Use supplied fasteners only when suitable for the installation material and required load.
- Seat compatible screw heads fully in the countersunk holes without over-driving.
- Align both hinges before final tightening and check fastener tightness after the initial service period.
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