AY08-01A Wide Opening 165° Soft Closing Short Hinge
Unmatched Access. Unbeatable Performance.
Introducing the AY08-01A Wide Opening 165° Soft Closing Short Hinge — a high-performance cabinet hinge designed for maximum door clearance and smooth, silent operation. With an ultra-wide 165° opening angle, this hinge is the perfect solution for deep cabinets, corner units, pull-out shelves,
and space-constrained environments where full access is non-negotiable.
Unlike standard 95° or 110° hinges, the AY08-01A allows the door to
swing nearly flat against the adjacent cabinet, providing complete visibility and reach into the interior — a critical advantage for kitchen pantries, bathroom vanities, utility cabinets, and luxury
furniture.
Despite its wide-angle performance, the AY08-01A features a compact (short) arm design, making it ideal for narrow stiles, thin doors, or shallow mounting spaces where a long-arm hinge would interfere. This space-saving engineering ensures maximum functionality without compromising structural integrity.
Equipped with an integrated hydraulic damper, the hinge delivers soft, silent, automatic door closure — eliminating slamming, reducing noise, and protecting cabinetry
from impact. This enhances user comfort, safety, and product durability, especially in high-traffic residential and commercial settings.
The clip-on installation system allows the hinge body to snap securely into the mounting plate — enabling tool-free assembly and easy maintenance. This reduces labor time by up to 40%, making it ideal for mass production lines and after-service adjustments.
With full 3D (triaxial) adjustability (±2.5mm vertical, ±2.0mm lateral, ±1.5mm depth), the AY08-01A
ensures perfect door alignment even after installation — a must for precision cabinetry and high-end finishes.
Constructed from high-grade zinc alloy (ZL01/Zamak3) with stainless steel shafts and nylon bushings, the hinge is tested for 50,000+ open/close cycles, guaranteeing long-term durability and smooth performance under daily use.
Available in Full Overlay and Half Overlay configurations, the AY08-01A offers maximum design flexibility — allowing manufacturers to support multiple door styles with a single hinge platform.
Finished with satin nickel plating, the hinge is 72-hour salt spray tested, providing excellent corrosion resistance — ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, and humid environments.
Designed to NISKO-compatible standards, the AY08-01A integrates seamlessly with common European mounting systems, making it a direct upgrade or replacement for standard 35mm cup hinges.
⭐ Key Features & Specifications:
| Feature | Specification |
|---|
| Model | AY08-01A Wide Opening Hinge |
| Opening Angle | 165° (Ultra-wide for full cabinet access) |
| Closing Mechanism | Hydraulic soft close – Silent, automatic damping |
| Installation Type | Clip-on (hinge body snaps into mounting plate) |
| Adjustability | 3D Adjustable: ±2.5mm (vertical), ±2.0mm (lateral), ±1.5mm (depth) |
| Cup Diameter | 35mm standard (fits 16–18mm door panels) |
| Mounting Plate | Included – Full Overlay & Half Overlay options |
| Material | Zinc Alloy (ZL01) body + Stainless Steel shaft + Nylon bushings |
| Finish | Satin Nickel Plating (Ni-Cu-Ni, 72hr salt spray tested) |
| Load Capacity | Supports doors up to 18kg (per pair) |
| Cycle Life | 50,000+ open/close cycles (EN 15570 compliant) |
| Compatibility | NISKO standard, European frameless cabinets, 35mm cup drilling |
| Arm Type | Short arm – Compact design for narrow stiles and tight spaces |
| Packaging | 1 pc, 2 pcs (pair), or bulk (50/100 pcs per box) |
