
Pivot Shower Door Hinge – Cardiff Left Hand Mount — Brushed Nickel
A square-edged pivot hinge for frameless shower doors that mounts to the wall.
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About this hinge
The CRL Cardiff Series Left Hand Mount Hinge (CAR05L) is a pivot hinge for frameless glass shower doors; it fits 5/16" to 3/8" glass, and needs a corner notch 2-1/8" long x 1-1/2" deep, holes 1-7/8" apart in the glass. Made by C.R. Laurence (CRL) in 2 finishes, including brushed nickel, matte black.
The CRL Cardiff Series Left Hand Mount Hinge (CAR05L). It is a pivot hinge: the door turns on a pin instead of hanging from the side, and this one mounts to the wall. It fits 5/16" to 3/8" thick tempered glass. It holds a door up to 100 lb and 31" wide. The part that clamps onto the glass is 2" x 3-5/8" (tall x wide). The glass needs a corner notch 2-1/8" long x 1-1/2" deep, holes 1-7/8" apart, per CRL's template. Made of brass.
- Fits 5/16" to 3/8" glass
- Holds a door up to 100 lb
- Doors up to 31" wide
- 2" x 3-5/8" on the glass
- Glass cut-out: a corner notch 2-1/8" long x 1-1/2" deep, holes 1-7/8" apart
- Self-centering: returns the door to closed
Specs
| Finishes | 2 |
|---|---|
| CRL model | CAR05L |
| Size on the glass (tall x wide) | 2" x 3-5/8" |
| Glass cut-out | A corner notch 2-1/8" long x 1-1/2" deep, holes 1-7/8" apart |
| Max door weight | 100 lb |
| Max door width | 31" |
| Design Style | Squared |
| Enclosure Type | Corner, Niche, Tailor Made Solutions |
| Glazing Thickness | 5/16 in. To 3/8 in. (8 mm To 10 mm) |
| Handing | Left Hand |
| Height | 2 in. (51 mm) |
| Material | Brass |
| Maximum Clamping Screw Torque | 60-70 lbf.in (677.9-791 cN.m) |
| Maximum Door Weight | 100 lbs. (45.4 kg) |
| Maximum Door Width | 31 in. (787 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Wall Mount |
| Opening Style | Pivot(floor) |
| Self-Centering | Yes |
| Series | Cardiff |
| Width | 3-5/8 in. (92 mm) |
Glass cut-out
This hinge needs a corner notch 2-1/8" long x 1-1/2" deep, holes 1-7/8" apart in the tempered glass, per CRL's template. Tempered glass can't be cut after it's made, so a replacement hinge has to fit the cut-out already in your glass.
Complete the look in Brushed Nickel
Common questions
What glass thickness does the CRL CAR05L hinge fit?
5/16" to 3/8" thick tempered glass. Measure your glass at a bare edge before you order; our measuring guide shows how.
What glass cut-out does it need?
A corner notch 2-1/8" long x 1-1/2" deep, holes 1-7/8" apart, per CRL's glass template. Tempered glass can't be cut after it's made, so a replacement hinge has to fit the cut-out already in your glass.
How big is the hinge on the glass?
The part that clamps onto the glass is 2" x 3-5/8" (tall x wide).
How many hinges do I need?
This is one pivot hinge. A pivot door turns on two: one at the top and one at the bottom of the door.
What finishes does it come in?
Brushed Nickel, Matte Black. Match the finish of the hinges and other hardware on your shower.
Can I return it?
No. All sales are final, so please check your glass thickness, glass cut-out and finish before you order.
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Match your holes, glass and finish.
Measure center to center between your existing holes and check your glass thickness. A new handle has to match both.
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