PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Blum 71B970A CLIP top BLUMOTION Aluminium-Frame Hinge – 95° Inset
The Blum 71B970A is a premium concealed hinge engineered specifically for narrow aluminium-frame cabinet doors in an inset application. The inset hinge arm positions the closed aluminium-framed door inside the cabinet opening, creating clean, consistent margins around the front.
Integrated BLUMOTION soft-close technology slows the door during the final part of the closing movement, producing a smooth and controlled close. The damping function can be switched off on an individual hinge, allowing the closing action to be adjusted for smaller or lighter doors.
A controlled 95° opening angle makes this hinge particularly suitable for display cabinetry, contemporary kitchens, fitted furniture and aluminium-framed glass doors where excessive door travel is undesirable.
Key features
- Genuine Blum CLIP top BLUMOTION hinge
- Designed for narrow aluminium-frame cabinet doors
- Inset door application
- 95° opening angle
- Integrated BLUMOTION soft-close
- Individually switchable damping function
- Sprung, self-closing hinge action
- Screw-on shaped boss for prepared aluminium profiles
- Boss fixing screws included
- Tool-free CLIP mounting-plate connection
- Three-dimensional door adjustment
- Convenient spiral-screw depth adjustment
- Nickel-plated finish
- Supplied individually
Technical specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Blum |
| Product range | CLIP top BLUMOTION |
| Blum part number | 71B970A |
| Hart Wholesale stock code | HI71B970A |
| Door construction | Narrow aluminium-profile framed door |
| Application | Inset |
| Opening angle | 95° |
| Closing action | Sprung and self-closing |
| Soft-close | Integrated, switchable BLUMOTION |
| Door fixing | Screw-on shaped boss |
| Cabinet connection | Tool-free CLIP mounting plate |
| Adjustment | Three-dimensional |
| Depth adjustment | Spiral adjustment screw |
| Finish | Nickel-plated |
| Supplied | One hinge with boss fixing screws |
| Mounting plate | Not included |
What is an inset hinge?
An inset hinge positions the closed door inside the cabinet opening rather than covering the cabinet sides. This creates a framed appearance with a visible, even margin around the aluminium door.
The mounting plate position must allow for the width of the aluminium frame and the required door gap. Profile dimensions and machining positions should therefore be checked against the Blum planning information before production begins.
Integrated BLUMOTION soft-close
BLUMOTION is built into the hinge arm, so no separate soft-close damper is required. The mechanism slows the door before it reaches the cabinet, reducing noise and impact on the aluminium frame, decorative panel and cabinet construction.
The BLUMOTION function can be deactivated on an individual hinge. This can improve the closing action on small or lightweight doors where every hinge damper is not required.
Designed specifically for aluminium profiles
The 71B970A uses a shaped fixing boss designed for routed aluminium door profiles. It is not a conventional round 35mm concealed hinge and should not be fitted as though it were a standard timber, MDF or chipboard door hinge.
As aluminium profiles vary, check the side-frame width, frame thickness, routing dimensions and minimum door gap against the Blum technical information before machining. A trial installation is recommended when using a new profile.
Installation and adjustment
The shaped hinge boss is secured to the prepared aluminium profile using the supplied fixing screws. The hinge arm then clips onto a compatible mounting plate without tools, allowing the door to be attached or removed without disturbing the cabinet plate.
Three-dimensional adjustment allows the installer to refine the door position and produce consistent gaps after installation. The spiral depth-adjustment screw provides controlled adjustment without removing the hinge.
Mounting plate required
A mounting plate is not included. Select the appropriate plate height and cabinet fixing method from our Blum CLIP top mounting plates.
Related aluminium-frame hinges
- Blum 71T970A 95° inset aluminium-frame hinge without integrated BLUMOTION
- Blum 71B950A 95° overlay aluminium-frame BLUMOTION hinge
- Blum 71B960A 95° dual aluminium-frame BLUMOTION hinge
- Browse all Blum CLIP top hinges
Frequently asked questions
Is BLUMOTION included?
Yes. BLUMOTION soft-close is integrated into the hinge arm and can be switched off on an individual hinge when required.
Is the 71B970A suitable for wooden or MDF cabinet doors?
No. It is designed specifically for narrow aluminium-profile framed doors and uses a specially shaped screw-on boss.
What does inset application mean?
An inset door closes within the cabinet opening, leaving the cabinet sides or surrounding frame visible.
Is the mounting plate included?
No. A compatible Blum CLIP mounting plate must be ordered separately.
Are the aluminium-profile fixing screws included?
Yes. Blum supplies the boss fixing screws used to secure the hinge to the prepared aluminium profile.
What is the difference between 71B970A and 71T970A?
The 71B970A contains integrated, switchable BLUMOTION soft-close. The 71T970A is a sprung CLIP top hinge without integrated BLUMOTION.
Is this hinge supplied as a pair?
No. HI71B970A is priced and supplied as one hinge.
TECHNICAL DETAILS
- Application: Inset
- Finish: Nickel Plated
- Colour: Nickel
- Material: Steel
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