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IS 12817:1997 is the Indian Standard (BIS) for stainless steel butt hinges - specification. This standard specifies the requirements for materials, dimensions, manufacture, performance, and testing of stainless steel butt hinges. It covers various sizes of hinges used for doors, windows, and cabinets, ensuring quality through specifications on material grade (SS-304), dimensional accuracy, and durability via endurance and corrosion resistance tests.
BIM-relevant code. See the BIM Hub for ISO 19650, IFC, and LOD/LOIN frameworks used alongside it.
Practical Notes
! Always verify the grade of stainless steel. Grade 304 is specified, but inferior grades like 202 are common in the market and have poor corrosion resistance, especially in coastal areas.
! Ensure the hinge dimensions, particularly leaf thickness, match the values in Table 1 for the specified hinge size. Undersized hinges will fail prematurely.
! The ISI mark is a key indicator of conformity to this standard. Look for the mark on both the hinge and its packaging.
BS EN 1935:2002British Standards Institution (BSI), UK / European Committee for Standardization (CEN), Europe
HighCurrent
Building hardware. Single-axis hinges. Requirements and test methods
Defines performance requirements, test methods, and classification for single-axis hinges, including stainless steel types.
ANSI/BHMA A156.1-2022Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA), USA
HighCurrent
Butts and Hinges
Covers performance requirements, materials, and test methods for a wide range of butts and hinges, including stainless steel.
AS 2333-1997Standards Australia (SA), Australia
MediumWithdrawn
Stainless steel butt hinges
Provided prescriptive dimensional and material specifications for stainless steel hinges, similar to IS 12817.
Key Differences
≠IS 12817 is primarily a prescriptive standard, defining specific dimensions, material grades, and thicknesses. In contrast, EN 1935 and ANSI/BHMA A156.1 are performance-based, classifying hinges by test results (e.g., door mass, cycle life) rather than mandating fixed dimensions.
≠EN 1935 uses a detailed 8-digit classification code to specify a hinge's capability (use category, durability, door mass, fire resistance, etc.). IS 12817 does not have a comparable public classification system.
≠The endurance cycle requirements in ANSI/BHMA A156.1 for heavy-duty hinges (up to 2,500,000 cycles for Grade 1) far exceed the single requirement of 200,000 cycles in IS 12817.
≠EN 1935 explicitly includes a grade for fire resistance suitability within its classification, a feature not directly integrated into IS 12817, which focuses on general use.
Key Similarities
≈All standards recognize austenitic stainless steel (equivalent to Grades 304 and 316) as the primary material for durable and corrosion-resistant butt hinges.
≈The fundamental test principles are aligned, incorporating cyclic endurance tests to simulate long-term use, static load tests to verify strength, and corrosion resistance tests (e.g., salt spray).
≈All standards have the common goal of ensuring the safety, reliability, and fitness-for-purpose of butt hinges in architectural applications on doors and windows.
≈All standards specify requirements for manufacturing quality, finish, and freedom from defects to ensure proper function and aesthetic appearance.
Parameter Comparison
Parameter
IS Value
International
Source
Stainless Steel Material Grade
Grade 04Cr17Ni7 (similar to SS 304) or 02Cr17Ni12Mo2 (SS 316) per IS 6911
Typically Austenitic Stainless Steel (e.g., Type 304, 316) to meet performance requirements
ANSI/BHMA A156.1-2022
Endurance Test Cycles
200,000 cycles for all hinges under the standard
Grade 7: 200,000 cycles (one of several durability grades available)
BS EN 1935:2002
Endurance Test Cycles (Heavy Duty)
200,000 cycles (no higher grade defined)
Grade 1: 2,500,000 cycles
ANSI/BHMA A156.1-2022
Corrosion Resistance (Salt Spray)
96 hours test pass required
Grade 4: 240 hours; Grade 5: 480 hours
BS EN 1935:2002
Fire Resistance Rating
Not covered within this standard
Digit 4, Grade 1: Suitable for use on fire/smoke door assemblies
BS EN 1935:2002
Hinge Flap Thickness (100 mm Hinge)
2.5 mm (prescribed)
Not specified; hinge must pass performance tests for its designated grade and door mass
BS EN 1935:2002
Static Load Test (Test 1 - Wear)
Vertical and lateral load applied to measure sag
Overload test: A hinge must support a door 75% heavier than its test mass rating without failure.
BS EN 1935:2002
⚠ Verify details from original standards before use
Key Values6
Quick Reference Values
Required Stainless Steel GradeGrade X04Cr19Ni9 of IS 6911 (equivalent to AISI 304)
Endurance Test Requirement200,000 cycles under specified load
Corrosion Resistance Test96 hours in neutral salt spray test (as per IS 9847)
Minimum Leaf Thickness for 100 mm hinge2.5 mm
Minimum Leaf Thickness for 75 mm hinge2.0 mm
Maximum Wear on Pin after Endurance Test0.40 mm
Tables & Referenced Sections
Key Tables
Table 1 - Dimensions of Stainless Steel Butt Hinges
Table 2 - Performance Requirements for Stainless Steel Butt Hinges