Opening Arm

Overview

Opening Arm supports an upward-opening cabinet flap, holding it open and lowering it smoothly, sized by door weight and height. This page summarizes how to specify it for volume furniture and cabinet manufacturing, including the dimensions and options that matter most to buyers.

Key Specifications

Specifications are configurable for OEM/ODM orders. Exact values are confirmed on the datasheet for your order.

How to Choose

• Door weight and height to size the force
• Lift type: flap stay, gas strut, or mechanical lift system
• Opening angle and stay position
• Soft-close damping

Material Options

Steel cylinders with nitrogen charge; plated for corrosion resistance.

Finish Options

Typically gray or nickel and mostly hidden inside the cabinet.

Application Fit

Bathroom Vanities

For this application, opening arm is specified for humidity and corrosion resistance, compact drawers, and easy maintenance.

Wardrobe Cabinets

For this application, opening arm is specified for quiet operation, smooth movement, and space-saving storage.

Closet Systems

For this application, opening arm is specified for the typical load, environment, and usage of this application.

Bedroom Furniture

For this application, opening arm is specified for the typical load, environment, and usage of this application.

Living Room Furniture

For this application, opening arm is specified for the typical load, environment, and usage of this application.

Office Furniture

For this application, opening arm is specified for high-frequency use, file-drawer loads, and central locking.

Recommended for These Applications

Installation Notes

Fix the bracket positions to the geometry chart, then test the hold-open and soft stop.

Buying Notes for OEM Orders

Confirm force class against a sample flap; standardize brackets across the range.

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