Hinge with integrated adjustable stop and security feature

Abstract

The present invention is a simple modification of an existing door hinge which stops the swing-open motion of a door to one or more multiple angles on the swing of the hinge stopping the door before the door or door hardware can hit an adjacent object. The most popular angles are ninety degrees, one hundred and thirty five degrees, and one hundred and eighty degrees to the closed door. Optional opening degrees may be selected during the manufacturing process creating multiple degree positions according to the number of knuckles on the hinge. By stopping the motion of the door at the desired position, the door or protruding hardware of the door will not damage an adjacent wall or object. Frequent repairs and replacements are therefore avoided by eliminating contact with a wall or object. The modified door hinge is adaptable to various residential and commercial applications.

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