IS 3843:1995 specifies the requirements for steel back flap hinges used in construction and building hardware. It covers two types of hinges—lightweight and heavyweight—detailing their dimensions, materials, manufacturing quality, finish, and testing criteria. This standard is essential for manufacturers, quality controllers, and engineers involved in selecting or producing steel back flap hinges to ensure durability, proper fit, and compliance with Indian standards.
Overview
IS 3843:1995 specifies the requirements for steel back flap hinges used in construction and building hardware. It covers two types of hinges—lightweight and heavyweight—detailing their dimensions, materials, manufacturing quality, finish, and testing criteria. This standard is essential for manufacturers, quality controllers, and engineers involved in selecting or producing steel back flap hinges to ensure durability, proper fit, and compliance with Indian standards.
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IS 3843: Scope - Key Specifications
| Parameter | Typical Value | Tolerance |
|---|---|---|
| Length (L) | As per hinge type | ±0.5 mm |
| Width (W) | As per hinge type | ±0.3 mm |
| Thickness (T) | As per hinge type | ±0.2 mm |
| Pin Diameter (D) | As per hinge type | ±0.1 mm |
(Exact values vary by hinge type; refer to IS 3843 Tables 1 & 2)
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A[Hinge Type] --> B[Dimension Table 1]
A --> C[Dimension Table 2]
B & C --> D[Tolerances]
D --> E[Sampling & Conformity]
E --> F[Rounding Off per IS 2:1960]
For detailed values, always consult the official IS 3843 Tables 1 & 2.
IS 3843 - Key References: Dimensions & Specifications for Steel Back Flap Hinges
| Size (mm) | Length A | Breadth B | Thickness C | Pin Dia D | Knuckles Width E | Screw Holes | Screw No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 - 75 | 20±0.5 to 75±0.5 | 70±1 to 166±1 | 1.6 to 1.9 | 3.15 to 5.00 | 15 to 30 | 4 or 6 | 6 to 10 |
| Size (mm) | Length A | Breadth B | Thickness C | Pin Dia D | Knuckles Width E | Screw Holes | Screw No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 - 75 | 25±0.5 to 75±0.5 | 76±1 to 166±1 | 1.6 to 2.4 | 4.00 to 5.00 | 12 to 30 | 6 | 8 to 10 |
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A[IS 3843 Standard] --> B[Clause 5.1: Dimensions & Tolerances]
B --> C[Table 1: Light Weight Hinges]
B --> D[Table 2: Heavy Weight Hinges]
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IS 3843: Types and Sizes of Steel Back Flap Hinges
| Size | Length A | Breadth B | Thickness C | Pin Dia D | Knuckles Width E | Screw Holes | Screw No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 20 ±0.5 | 70 ±1 | 1.6 ±0.05 | 3.15 ±0.05 | 15 ±0.5 | 4 | 6 |
| 25 | 25 ±0.5 | 73 ±1 | 1.6 ±0.05 | 3.15 ±0.05 | 15 ±0.5 | 6 | 8 |
| 30 | 30 ±0.5 | 81 ±1 | 1.6 ±0.05 | 3.55 ±0.05 | 20 ±0.5 | 6 | 8 |
| ... | ... | ... | ... | ... | ... | ... | ... |
| 75 | 75 ±0.5 | 166 ±1 | 1.9 ±0.05 | 5.00 ±0.06 | 30 ±0.5 | 6 | 10 |
| Size | Length A | Breadth B | Thickness C | Pin Dia D | Knuckles Width E | Screw Holes | Screw No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 25 ±0.5 | 76 ±1 | 1.6 ±0.06 | 4.00 ±0.05 | 12 ±0.5 | 6 | 8 |
| 40 | 40 ±0.5 | 91 ±1 | 1.8 ±0.06 | 4.00 ±0.05 | 20 ±0.5 | 6 |
IS 3843: Key Specifications for Materials & Dimensions of Steel Back Flap Hinges
| Part | Material | Suitable IS Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Flap | Steel | Grade A - IS 2062:1992<br>Grade O - IS 1079:1988<br>Temper H/2 or H/4 - IS 513:1994 |
| Pin | Mild Steel Wire | Grade H/2 or H/4 - IS 280:1978 |
| Size | Length A | Breadth B | Thickness C | Pin Dia D | Knuckles Width E | Screw Holes | Screw No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 20 ±0.5 | 70 ±1 | 1.6 ±0.05 | 3.15 ±0.05 | 15 ±0.5 | 4 | 6 |
| 25 | 25 ±0.5 | 73 ±1 | 1.6 ±0.05 | 3.15 ±0.05 | 15 ±0.5 | 6 | 8 |
| ... | ... | ... | ... | ... | ... | ... | ... |
| 75 | 75 ±0.5 | 166 ±1 | 1.9 ±0.05 | 5.00 ±0.06 | 30 ±0.5 | 6 | 10 |
(Refer to full table in IS 3843 for all sizes)
| Size | Length A | Breadth B | Thickness C | Pin Dia D | Knuckles Width E | Screw Holes | Screw No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 25 ±0.5 |
IS 3843 - Dimensions and Tolerances for Steel Back Flap Hinges
| Size (mm) | Length A (±0.5) | Breadth B (±1) | Thickness C (±0.05) | Pin Dia D (±0.05) | Knuckles Width E (±0.5) | Screw Holes | Screw No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 20 | 70 | 1.6 | 3.15 | 15 | 4 | 6 |
| 25 | 25 | 73 | 1.6 | 3.15 | 15 | 6 | 8 |
| 30 | 30 | 81 | 1.6 | 3.55 | 20 | 6 | 8 |
| ... | ... | ... | ... | ... | ... | ... | ... |
| 75 | 75 | 166 | 1.9 | 5.00 | 30 | 6 | 10 |
| Size (mm) | Length A (±0.5) | Breadth B (±1) | Thickness C (±0.06) | Pin Dia D (±0.05) | Knuckles Width E (±0.5) | Screw Holes | Screw No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 25 | 76 | 1.6 | 4.00 | 12 | 6 | 8 |
| 40 | 40 | 91 | 1.8 | 4.00 | 20 | 6 | 8 |
| 50 | 50 | 106 | 1.9 | 4.50 | 25 | 6 | 10 |
IS 3843: Manufacture and Workmanship - Key Specifications
| Size | Length A (±0.5) | Breadth B (±1) | Thickness C (±0.05) | Pin Dia. D (±0.05) | Knuckles Width E (±0.5) | Screw Holes | Screw No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 20 | 70 | 1.6 | 3.15 | 15 | 4 | 6 |
| 25 | 25 | 73 | 1.6 | 3.15 | 15 | 6 | 8 |
| ... | ... | ... | ... | ... | ... | ... | ... |
| 75 | 75 | 166 | 1.9 | 5.00 | 30 | 6 | 10 |
| Size | Length A (±0.5) | Breadth B (±1) | Thickness C (±0.06) | Pin Dia. D (±0.05) | Knuckles Width E (±0.5) | Screw Holes | Screw No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 25 | 76 | 1.6 | 4.00 | 12 | 6 | 8 |
| 40 | 40 | 91 | 1.8 | 4.00 | 20 | 6 | 8 |
| ... |
| Part | Material | IS Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Flap | Steel | Grade A (IS 2062:1992) or Grade O (IS 1079:1988) or Temper H/2 or H/4 (IS 513:1994) |
| Pin | Mild Steel Wire | Grade H/2 or H/4 (IS 280:1978) |
| Size | Length A | Breadth B | Thickness C | Pin Dia D | Knuckles Width E | Screw Holes | Screw No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20-75 | 20-75 ±0.5 | 70-166 ±1 | 1.6-1.9 ±0.05 | 3.15-5.00 ±0.06 | 15-30 ±0.5 | 4-6 | 6-10 |
| Size | Length A | Breadth B | Thickness C | Pin Dia D | Knuckles Width E | Screw Holes | Screw No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25-75 | 25-75 ±0.5 | 76-166 ±1 | 1.6-2.4 ±0.06 | 4.00-5.00 ±0.05 | 12-30 ±0.5 | 6 | 8-10 |
| Hinge Size (mm) | Distance from End (X or Y) | Centre-to-Centre Distance (G) |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 30 | 5 mm | 15 mm |
IS 3843 Key Specifications on Marking and Dimensions
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Length A | Hinge length ±0.5 mm |
| Breadth B | Hinge breadth ±1 mm |
| Thickness of Flap C | Thickness ±0.05 to ±0.06 mm |
| Dia of Hinge Pin D | Diameter ±0.05 to ±0.06 mm |
| Width of Knuckles E | Width ±0.5 mm |
| No. of Screw Holes | Typically 4 to 6 |
| Screw No. | Size of screw (6 to 10) |
| Size | Length A | Breadth B | Thickness C | Pin Dia D | Knuckles E | Screw Holes | Screw No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 20 ±0.5 | 70 ±1 | 1.6 ±0.05 | 3.15 ±0.05 | 15 ±0.5 | 4 | 6 |
| 50 | 50 ±0.5 | 106 ±1 | 1.7 ±0.05 | 4.00 ±0.05 | 25 ±0.5 | 6 | 8 |
| 75 | 75 ±0.5 | 166 ±1 | 1.9 ±0.05 | 5.00 ±0.06 |
IS 3843 - Packing Specifications for Hinges
| Size | Length A | Breadth B | Thickness C | Pin Dia D | Knuckles Width E | Screw Holes | Screw No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 20 ±0.5 | 70 ±1 | 1.6 ±0.05 | 3.15 ±0.05 | 15 ±0.5 | 4 | 6 |
| 25 | 25 ±0.5 | 73 ±1 | 1.6 ±0.05 | 3.15 ±0.05 | 15 ±0.5 | 6 | 8 |
| ... | ... | ... | ... | ... | ... | ... | ... |
| 75 | 75 ±0.5 | 166 ±1 | 1.9 ±0.05 | 5.00 ±0.06 | 30 ±0.5 | 6 | 10 |
| Size | Length A | Breadth B | Thickness C | Pin Dia D | Knuckles Width E | Screw Holes | Screw No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 25 ±0.5 | 76 ±1 | 1.6 ±0.06 | 4.00 ±0.05 | 12 ±0.5 | 6 | 8 |
| 40 | 40 ±0.5 | 91 ±1 | 1.8 ±0.06 | 4.00 ±0.05 | 20 ±0.5 |
IS 3843: Sampling and Criteria for Conformity
Sampling:
Samples are taken from each lot separately to check conformity (Clause 10.1.2).
Acceptance/Rejection Criteria (Clause 10.2.2):
| Sample Size (n) | Acceptance Number (Ac) | Rejection Number (Re) |
|---|---|---|
| n1 | Ac1 | Re1 |
| n2 | Ac2 | Re2 |
| ... | ... | ... |
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A[Start: Sample from Lot] --> B{Count Defectives}
B -->|≤ Acceptance Number| C[Lot Accepted]
B -->|≥ Rejection Number| D[Lot Rejected]
B -->|Between Ac and Re| E[Further Inspection or Decision]
For exact dimensions and modifications, refer to Tables 1 & 2 in IS 3843.
IS 3843 references several Indian Standards essential for materials, design, and testing related to the subject of the code (builders hardware). While Annex A of IS 3843 lists these standards, key referenced IS codes typically include:
| IS Code | Subject | Key Focus |
|---|---|---|
| IS 2062 | Structural Steel | Grades, chemical composition |
| IS 1367 | Hexagon bolts and nuts | Dimensions, mechanical properties |
| IS 1597 | Expansion joints | Design and installation details |
For detailed formulas or tables, refer to the specific IS code mentioned in Annex A of IS 3843.
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A[IS 3843] --> B[Annex A: Referenced IS Codes]
B --> C[IS 2062 - Structural Steel]
B --> D[IS 1367 - Bolts & Nuts]
B --> E[IS 1597 - Expansion Joints]
Summary: IS 3843 relies on multiple IS codes for material and hardware specifications. Always cross-reference Annex A for the complete list and consult respective standards for detailed technical data.
IS 3843 - Committee Composition & Key Specifications
Committee Composition:
The technical committee responsible for IS 3843 formulation is detailed in Annex B of the code. It is under the Builder's Hardware Sectional Committee, CED 15.
Key Clauses:
| Table No. | Content | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Table 1 | Dimensions (Modified) | Updated sizes for hardware parts |
| Table 2 | Dimensions (Modified) | Further dimensional details |
If you need detailed formulas or the tables, refer directly to Annex B and Clause 10.2 in IS 3843 for exact values and committee member details.
Frequently Asked
Materials and Grades for Steel Back Flap Hinges as per IS 3843:
| Part | Material | Suitable Grade (Indian Standard) |
|---|---|---|
| Flap | Steel | - Grade A of IS 2062:1992<br>- Grade O of IS 1079:1988<br>- Grade O of Temper H/2 or H/4 of IS 513:1994 |
| Pin | Mild steel wire | - Grade H/2 or H/4 of IS 280:1978 |
This ensures the hinge components have adequate mechanical properties for builder hardware applications under IS 3843.
According to IS 3843 (1995), the standard dimensions and tolerances for steel back flap hinges are specified separately for Light Weight and Heavy Weight types.
| Size | Length A | Breadth B | Thickness C | Pin Dia D | Knuckle Width E | Screw Holes | Screw No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 20 ±0.5 | 70 ±1 | 1.6 ±0.05 | 3.15 ±0.05 | 15 ±0.5 | 4 | 6 |
| 25 | 25 ±0.5 | 73 ±1 | 1.6 ±0.05 | 3.15 ±0.05 | 15 ±0.5 | 6 | 8 |
| 30 | 30 ±0.5 | 81 ±1 | 1.6 ±0.05 | 3.55 ±0.05 | 20 ±0.5 | 6 | 8 |
| ... | ... | ... | ... | ... | ... | ... | ... |
| 75 | 75 ±0.5 | 166 ±1 | 1.9 ±0.05 | 5.00 ±0.06 | 30 ±0.5 | 6 | 10 |
| Size | Length A | Breadth B | Thickness C | Pin Dia D | Knuckle Width E | Screw Holes | Screw No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 25 ±0.5 | 76 ±1 | 1.6 ±0.06 | 4.00 ±0.05 | 12 ±0.5 | 6 | 8 |
| 40 | 40 ±0.5 | 91 ±1 | 1.8 ±0.06 | 4.00 ±0.05 | 20 ±0. |
According to IS 3843 Clause 6.4 on screw holes for hinges:
| Hinge Size (mm) | Distance from End (X or Y) | Centre-to-Centre Distance (G) |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 30 | 5 mm | 15 mm |
| 35 to 50 | 10 mm | 20-25 mm |
| 60 and above | 15 mm | 30 mm |
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This ensures proper fixation and smooth hinge operation.
Sampling and Acceptance Criteria for Hinges (IS 3843):
Sampling Procedure (Clause 10.1.3.1):
Inspection (Clause 10.2.1):
Sampling Size (Clause 10.1.3 & Table 4):
Package Labeling (Clause 9.2):
Summary Table (Example format):
| Lot Size (No. of Hinges) | Sample Size (No. of Hinges) |
|---|---|
| Up to 1000 | 50 |
| 1001 to 5000 | 100 |
| Above 5000 | 150 |
(Refer IS 3843 Table 4 for exact values)
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This ensures quality conformity by statistically verifying representative samples from the lot.
According to IS 3843, steel back flap hinges should be marked and packaged as follows:
Since the standard doesn't specify detailed marking or packaging methods, good engineering practice includes:
This ensures compliance with quality and ease of identification on-site.
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