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Mod94-Long - Oven Hinges

Ovens have various door weights depending on different designs. The Mod 94f type hinge has a friction system that allows balancing the door at different door weights.

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Overview

 

Mod94-Long - Product Overview

The Atasan Mod94-Long oven hinge has been developed for next-generation built-in and freestanding oven platforms. Combining a high-strength spring system with an integrated friction mechanism, the hinge is designed to provide controlled door movement and stable positioning across a wide range of oven door configurations.

Its long-arm architecture supports modern full-glass door designs while accommodating varying door weights with a common hinge platform. This approach allows manufacturers to reduce component variety and simplify integration across multiple appliance models.

Friction-Supported Motion Control

The integrated friction mechanism works together with the spring system to contribute to balanced door movement throughout the operating range.

By supporting controlled opening and closing characteristics, the friction system helps reduce unwanted oscillation and contributes to stable door positioning across different door weights. The result is a smooth operating feel suitable for both residential and professional cooking appliances.

Adjustable Spring & Balancing System

The Mod94-Long utilizes a high-strength tension spring supported by an independently adjustable spring cam mechanism.

The main support spring assists with balancing door loads, while the secondary pressure spring can be adjusted according to sealing and door design requirements. This configuration enables multiple force characteristics to be achieved within the same hinge platform, providing flexibility for different oven door constructions.

Door Closing Performance

The hinge incorporates a gasket compression mechanism designed to support consistent door sealing when the oven door is closed.

This characteristic contributes to maintaining the intended door-closing behavior and supports thermal management requirements commonly found in modern oven systems.

Long-Arm Design Advantages

The long-arm configuration is particularly suitable for premium full-glass oven doors, eliminating the need for glass cut-outs around the hinge area.

Its geometry improves load distribution on larger or heavier doors while supporting stable operation throughout the opening range. The design is compatible with doors featuring a center of gravity distance of up to 230 mm from the pivot axis.

Durability & Thermal Performance

Designed for demanding appliance environments, the Mod94-Long is suitable for operating temperatures of up to 115°C.

Life cycle testing has been conducted to evaluate hinge performance under repeated use conditions, with results reaching ≥20,000–25,000 opening and closing cycles depending on application requirements. The hinge is also designed to support maximum static loads between 25 and 35 kg, depending on the selected configuration.

Compact Construction & Surface Protection

The hinge body is manufactured from high-quality sheet metal and finished with Zn coating technology to support corrosion resistance and long-term durability.

Its compact structure enables efficient use of installation space while supporting robust appliance construction.

Mounting & Integration Options

The Mod94-Long is designed for vertical installation inside the oven door and offers multiple mounting alternatives, including:

  • -Top mounting
  • -Side mounting
  • -Front mounting

These options provide flexibility during appliance development and production processes.

Assembly & Serviceability

The door connection system utilizes a wedge-type quick mounting geometry combined with an ergonomic clip-on locking mechanism.

This design supports practical assembly and disassembly operations while remaining suitable for high-volume manufacturing environments.

Compliance & Safety

  • Low-noise operation
  • RoHS compliant
  • Developed in accordance with VDE finger protection (anti-crushing) requirements
  • Suitable for automated mass-production processes

Optional reinforced rivet support is available for applications requiring increased resistance to static and dynamic loads.  

Applications

  • -Built-in ovens
  • -Freestanding ovens
  • -Professional cooking appliances
  • -Industrial kitchen equipment

 

Technical Drawing

Detailed engineering schematic with all critical dimensions.

Mod94-Long Oven Hinge Technical Drawing - Dimensional Specifications

Specifications

Technical properties at a glance.

Technical Specifications

Cover Weight 2.5 - 12 kg
Life Test 20,000 cycles
Maximum distance from the rotation axis to the center of gravity 230 mm
Opening Angle 86 °
Heat 115 °C
Maximum Static Load 25 kg

All values shown are nominal reference values and may vary depending on application conditions, installation methods, product configuration, and testing parameters.

Life cycle test results are based on internal testing under defined laboratory conditions and should not be interpreted as a guarantee of service life in any specific application.

Maximum load values are application-dependent and should be verified based on installation conditions, mounting configuration, and operating requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

This long arm hinge is engineered to support oven doors with weights typically ranging from 2.5 kg to 12 kg. Its design is intended to provide balanced motion for doors where the center of gravity is up to 230 mm from the rotation axis, making it suitable for various configurations.

The Mod94-Long hinge has been evaluated under laboratory conditions with reference to 20,000 opening and closing cycles. This testing is part of the engineering validation process and is intended to assess performance under repeated use, rather than representing a guaranteed service life in all field applications.

This hinge system is developed with materials and components selected for operation in elevated temperature environments. It has been designed to function in conditions where ambient temperatures may reach up to 115°C, making it suitable for typical built-in oven applications where heat exposure is a consideration.

The Mod94-Long hinge is designed with a specific motion profile that allows the oven door to open to an angle of approximately 86 degrees. This defined angle helps support stable door positioning and controlled movement within the typical operating range expected for built-in oven applications.

The hinge is designed to handle a maximum static load of up to 25 kg. As a long arm system, it is engineered to improve load distribution across the door structure. This configuration is often preferred for wider or heavier oven doors, contributing to long-term structural stability.

Engineered Counterbalance and Motion Control

The Atasan Mod94-Long standard oven door hinge is engineered as an integrated mechanical system to manage door loads and control motion. Its long arm design, working with a precisely calibrated extension spring system, is developed to counterbalance oven doors with weights ranging from 2.5 to 12 kg. This mechanism helps manage the static moment created by doors with a center of gravity located up to 230 mm from the rotation axis.

The internal geometry, including the cam and roller structure, defines the hinge’s motion profile. This system is designed to provide stable intermediate hold positions and consistent user effort throughout its 86-degree opening angle. By managing the release and storage of energy in the spring, the hinge supports controlled opening and closing behavior without complex damping elements, which is typical for standard hinge applications.

Material Integrity and Thermal Stability

Structural reliability is supported by a focus on material quality and process control. The hinge’s primary components are produced from high-quality sheet metal steel, selected for its balance of strength, formability, and fatigue resistance. This material choice contributes to the hinge’s ability to support a maximum static load of 25 kg, providing a factor of safety for demanding applications.

Atasan’s in-house metal stamping and tooling capabilities help ensure that each component maintains tight dimensional tolerances. To address the operational environment of an oven, components are treated with industrial coating systems. These finishes are selected to provide corrosion resistance and to maintain functional integrity under thermal exposure, with the hinge system designed for operation in temperatures up to 115°C.

Durability Validation and OEM Integration

The Mod94-Long hinge has undergone durability evaluations to assess its performance over repeated use. These laboratory evaluations include life cycle testing programs that reference benchmarks such as 20,000 opening and closing cycles under defined load conditions. This testing is an engineering validation tool used to observe performance trends and wear characteristics, rather than a service life guarantee.

For OEM integration, the hinge system offers a degree of adaptability. Key customization options can be discussed to align performance with specific appliance platforms. These may include:

-Spring force tuning to match the specific weight and center of gravity of a new door design.

-Mounting geometry adjustments to facilitate seamless integration into different oven chassis and door structures.

-Finish options to align with the aesthetic requirements of a particular appliance line.

This approach allows appliance manufacturers to adapt a validated hinge platform to their unique product requirements, potentially reducing development iterations and supporting manufacturing efficiency.

Product information is provided for informational purposes only. Specifications, dimensions, materials, performance characteristics, and available configurations may change without notice. Final product suitability should be evaluated for each specific application.

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