50mm Steel Butterfly Hinge – Chrome Plated

This decorative 50mm steel butterfly hinge is designed for boxes, cases, small cabinet doors, lightweight lids and traditional craft projects. Its shaped leaves create the distinctive butterfly appearance while allowing the hinge to remain visible as part of the finished item.

The steel construction is completed with a chrome-plated finish, providing a clean silver appearance for decorative interior applications. This listing contains one individual hinge.

Key Features

• Decorative butterfly-shaped hinge
• Nominal size: 50mm
• Steel construction
• Chrome-plated finish
• Clean silver appearance
• Surface-mounted installation
• Suitable for boxes, cases, lightweight lids and small cabinets
• Supplied as one individual hinge

Product Specifications

Decorative Surface-Mounted Design

Butterfly hinges have broad shaped leaves intended to remain visible after installation. This makes them useful where the hinge should complement a decorative box, case or small piece of furniture rather than being concealed.

Typical Applications

• Wooden boxes and cases
• Decorative storage boxes
• Lightweight lids
• Small cabinet and cupboard doors
• Presentation and display cases
• Traditional craft projects

Installation Guidance

1. Check that the 50mm nominal size suits the box, lid or door.
2. Position the required number of hinges with their knuckles aligned.
3. Mark the fixing holes and drill suitable pilot holes.
4. Secure using appropriately sized screws without overtightening.
5. Check alignment and movement before completing the installation.

Fixing screws are not stated as included. Select screws suitable for the hinge holes, material thickness and intended application.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many hinges are supplied?

This listing contains one individual hinge. Order the number required for the project.

What size is the hinge?

The stated nominal hinge size is 50mm.

What is the hinge made from?

The hinge is manufactured from steel and completed with a chrome-plated finish.

What is a butterfly hinge?

A butterfly hinge has decorative shaped leaves resembling butterfly wings. It is normally surface mounted and remains visible after installation.

Does the hinge need to be recessed?

Butterfly hinges are generally designed for surface mounting, so a conventional butt-hinge mortice is normally unnecessary.

Is this the same as the brass-based polished chrome version?

No. HI1205BR has a steel base with a chrome-plated finish. Always select the product by its complete stock code and material requirement.

What can this hinge be used for?

It is suitable for appropriately sized boxes, cases, lightweight lids, small cabinets and decorative craft projects.

Are fixing screws included?

Fixing screws are not stated as included. Choose screws appropriate for the hinge holes and workpiece.

Is it suitable for full-size doors?

No load or performance rating is declared. Do not advertise this decorative hinge for full-size, entrance, heavy or certified fire doors.

Can it be used outdoors?

No exterior corrosion-performance rating is declared. Do not advertise it for exposed outdoor use.

For the brass-based version, view the 50mm brass butterfly hinge with polished chrome plating. Browse the complete special hinges range.