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Hardware Position ToolHinge & Hardware Placement Calculator

Calculate exact hinge positions, System 32 shelf-pin hole layouts and handle placement for cabinet doors and panels. Follow Blum/Hettich/Hafele industry standards and bore right the first time.

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Hardware Position Tool

Hinge & Hardware Placement Calculator

Door / Panel
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Positioning
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Top hinge / first hole from top.

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Bottom hinge / last hole from bottom.

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Hinge cup centre / hole from edge. 35mm cup: 22mm typical.

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Hardware Position Results
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Position Calculation
About Hardware Position Tool
Correct hardware placement is what separates professional cabinetry from amateur work. This tool calculates exact hinge positions for any door height, System 32 shelf-pin hole layouts, and handle placement - all following the cabinet industry standards used by Blum, Hettich and Hafele. Get the boring positions right the first time and avoid scrapped doors.
Where Is This Used?
Cabinet MakingWardrobe ManufacturingCNC Drilling SetupKitchen InstallationHinge Boring JigsSystem 32 Drilling
Standards & Formulas
Hinge spacing: top + bottom inset fixed, middle hinges evenly spacedMiddle hinge gap = (span between end hinges) / (hinges - 1)35mm hinge cup: 22mm edge inset is standardSystem 32: holes at 32mm pitch, 5mm diameterSystem 32 front row: typically 37mm from front edge
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hinges does a door need?
As a guide: up to 900mm tall and under ~9kg, 2 hinges; 900-1600mm or heavier, 3 hinges; 1600-2000mm, 4 hinges; taller or very heavy doors, 5+. More hinges spread the load and prevent the door sagging or twisting over time. Always follow the hinge maker's weight chart.
What is System 32?
System 32 is the cabinet industry's universal grid: a vertical line of 5mm holes spaced exactly 32mm apart, used for adjustable shelves, hinge plates and drawer runners. Because every fitting is designed around this 32mm module, a single line of holes serves many purposes and parts become interchangeable.
Why is the hinge cup inset 22mm?
For a standard 35mm hinge cup, 22mm from the door edge to the cup centre gives the correct overlay and clearance for the door to swing without binding. Different overlays (full, half, inset) shift this slightly - always confirm with your specific hinge's drilling template before boring.
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