Product Description
The PEMKO CFS83HD1M is a full surface, heavy duty continuous hinge finished in clear aluminum, designed for high-cycle commercial and institutional door applications. At 83 inches in length, this hinge runs nearly the full height of a standard door, distributing load evenly along the entire door edge rather than concentrating stress at two or three hinge points. The PemKonnect modular design allows for field assembly and simplifies replacement without full door removal. It is typically installed by commercial door hardware specialists or finish carpenters working on heavy-use entryways.
This continuous hinge is suited for commercial and institutional environments where door frequency, door weight, and long-term durability are primary concerns. Typical applications include school corridors, healthcare facilities, government buildings, and high-traffic retail or office entryways. The heavy duty designation indicates suitability for oversized or heavily loaded door assemblies where standard-duty hinges are insufficient. The clear aluminum finish blends with anodized aluminum door frames common in commercial construction.
Key Features
- Full surface mount spans 83 inches, distributing load across the full door height
- PemKonnect modular design enables field assembly and simplified serviceability
- Heavy duty construction rated for high-cycle, high-traffic door applications
- Clear aluminum finish compatible with standard anodized aluminum door frames
- Single-unit continuous hinge eliminates the stress concentration points of traditional butt hinges
Compatibility
Designed as an OEM-style full surface continuous hinge replacement for commercial and institutional door assemblies requiring an 83-inch heavy duty hinge in clear aluminum finish.
Installation Notes
Installation is typically performed by a licensed door hardware technician or finish carpenter familiar with commercial door assemblies. The door and frame must be properly aligned and the door weight verified as within the hinge load rating before installation. All fasteners should be driven into solid backing; hollow or insufficiently reinforced door edges may require blocking. Verify compliance with applicable building codes and fire-rated assembly requirements before installation on fire-rated door openings.
Technical Specifications
- Length: 83 inches
- Width: 3 inches
- Height (Packaged): 2.5 inches
- Weight: 7.05 pounds
- Finish: Clear Aluminum
- Mount Type: Full Surface
- Duty Rating: Heavy Duty
- Series: PemKonnect Modular
- Sold As: Each
Standard Information
- Brand: PEMKO
- Manufacturer Part Number: CFS83HD1M
