Blue Spot Tools Ironmongery 152mm Zinc Plated Tee Hinge 78034

Blue Spot Tools Ironmongery 152mm Zinc Plated Tee Hinge

MPN: 78034

Barcode: 5028734780345

Size: 152mm

Weight: 0.18kg

Overview:

This Blue Spot Tools Ironmongery 152mm Zinc Plated Tee Hinge is made from carbon steel and built for permanent outdoor use. It suits wooden gates, fences, and shed doors where a weather-resistant fitting is needed. A zinc-plated coat actively protects the metal against rust and corrosion.

The hinge comes with all of the necessary fixings and carries a 5 year guarantee from Blue Spot Tools from the date of purchase.

Key Features and Benefits

• Built to handle repeated use: Carbon steel resists bending and deformation under consistent gate movement.
• Corrosion resistance: The zinc coating shields the metal from moisture, preventing rust in outdoor conditions.
• Permanent outdoor fitting: Designed for fixed installations - stays secure once in place.
• Ready to install: All necessary fixings are included so you can fit the hinge straight away.
• 5 year guarantee: Backed by a Blue Spot Tools 5 year guarantee.

Specs & Attributes

• Material: Carbon steel
• Finish: Zinc plated
• Size: 152mm
• Weight: 0.18kg
• Use: External

Typical Applications

• Wooden garden gates
• Fence panels
• Shed doors
• Outbuilding access doors
• Storage box lids
• Workshop doors

How to Use

• Mark the position: Hold the hinge against the gate and mark all screw hole locations with a pencil.

• Pre-drill pilot holes: Drill pilot holes at the marked points to prevent the timber from splitting during fixing.

• Attach the strap: Fix the long strap section to the face of the gate using the supplied fixings.

• Attach the knuckle: Fix the shorter knuckle section to the gate post, aligned with the strap.

• Test the swing: Open and close the gate to check alignment before fully tightening all fixings.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What size tee hinge do I need for a gate?
  The hinge length should cover at least half the width of the gate. A 152mm tee hinge suits narrower gate panels, such as small shed or fence access doors up to around 300mm wide.

• Can tee hinges be used outdoors?
  Yes. A zinc plated finish resists moisture and rust, making tee hinges suitable for outdoor gates, shed doors, and fence installations.

• What is the difference between a tee hinge and a hook and band hinge?
  A tee hinge mounts flat to the surface with a strap and knuckle fixed directly to the timber. A hook and band hinge uses a separate hook bolted to the post. Hook and band hinges typically suit heavier gates.

• Are tee hinges suitable for both left and right hand gates?
  Yes. Tee hinges work on both left and right hand applications - the fitting position simply reverses to suit either swing direction.

• How many tee hinges do I need for a gate?
  Most standard gates use two tee hinges. Heavier or taller gates may benefit from a third hinge fitted centrally between the two for added support.

Summary

The Blue Spot Tools 152mm zinc plated tee hinge is a carbon steel hinge with a zinc coating to resist corrosion in outdoor conditions. At 152mm, it works well on smaller wooden gates, shed doors, and fence panels, and comes supplied with all necessary fixings. A 5 year guarantee from Blue Spot Tools is included.