Blum 174H7100E CLIP top 0 mm cruciform EXPANDO mounting plate – Onyx Black

The Blum 174H7100E is a standard cruciform CLIP top mounting plate with an EXPANDO expanding-boss fixing. Its Onyx Black finish is designed for compatible dark cabinet hardware, and the 0 mm nominal spacing suits the specified CLIP top hinge planning application.

EXPANDO is the fixing method used to secure the plate to a correctly prepared cabinet side. It is different from the method used to secure a hinge cup into a cabinet door.

Technical details

• Blum part number: 174H7100E
• Hart Wholesale SKU: HIO174H7100E
• Type: standard cruciform CLIP top mounting plate
• Nominal plate spacing: 0 mm
• Physical plate height: 8.5 mm
• Adjustment: ±2 mm
• Fixing: EXPANDO expanding boss
• Installation: tool-free expanding-boss fixing after accurate preparation
• Material: steel
• Finish: Onyx Black
• Quantity: one mounting plate
• Hinge: supplied separately

Understanding the 0 mm measurement

The 0 mm figure is the nominal spacing used when planning the compatible hinge and cabinet. It is not the physical plate height. This plate has an 8.5 mm physical height, which must be considered when checking the hinge position and door overlay.

What EXPANDO fixing means

The EXPANDO expanding boss is designed to lock into accurately prepared cabinet-side holes as it is installed. It provides a tool-free plate fixing method, but it does not remove the need for precise drilling or preparation. Follow the applicable installation information for the cabinet material and fixing pattern.

Choosing the correct mounting plate

Match the plate height, fixing method and hinge type to the cabinet construction and door planning dimensions. Confirm the hinge application, overlay or inset position, nominal spacing and adjustment range before fitting.

Browse the Blum CLIP top mounting plate range and the Blum CLIP top hinge range when planning the installation.

Matching components

This listing is for one Onyx Black mounting plate. Select a compatible CLIP top hinge separately, and do not substitute a plate with a different nominal spacing, physical height, shape or fixing method.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a 0 mm or an 8.5 mm plate?

Both measurements describe different features. The nominal plate spacing is 0 mm, while the physical plate height is 8.5 mm.

What does EXPANDO mean?

EXPANDO is the expanding-boss fixing used to secure the mounting plate to a correctly prepared cabinet side.

Does EXPANDO mean no preparation is needed?

No. The cabinet must still be machined or prepared accurately for the EXPANDO fixing method. Follow the applicable installation information.

What adjustment does the plate provide?

This plate provides approximately ±2 mm adjustment for positioning the compatible door and hinge.

Is the hinge included?

No. This listing is for one mounting plate. Select a compatible CLIP top hinge separately.

What colour is the plate?

The plate has an Onyx Black finish for use with compatible dark cabinet hardware.