Sea-Dog 316 SS Take-Apart Hinge, Right Side | 205275-1
Sea-Dog 316 SS Take-Apart Hinge, Right Side | 205275-1 — Product description
Sea-Dog's take-apart hinge does one thing well. It lets you lift a hatch, locker lid, or seat clean off its base without pulling a screw. Machined from 316 stainless steel so it shrugs off salt spray, and this right-sided version drops in on the right side of the opening.
The Sea-Dog Take-Apart Hinge is the piece of hardware you reach for when a hatch, locker lid, or seat needs to come off completely and go back on just as fast. Unlike a standard hinge that pins the two leaves together for good, a take-apart hinge splits at the knuckle. Lift the lid straight up and the two halves separate. Set it back down and they mate again. No tools, no fuss.
That matters more than you'd think on a boat. Picture the access panel over your bilge pump, or a live-well lid you want out of the way while you're rigging. With a fixed hinge you're stuck working around a lid that swings but never leaves. With this one, you pull it clear, do your work, and drop it back.
It's built from 316 stainless steel, which is the grade you want anywhere salt water is in the picture. 316 holds up to salt spray and standing moisture far better than the cheaper 304 stainless you'll find on budget hardware. On an open boat that lives in a slip, that's the difference between hardware that stays bright and hardware that streaks rust down your gelcoat by the second season.
This is the right-sided version, measuring 3-1/2 inches long by 2 inches wide. Take-apart hinges are handed, so the orientation matters. The right-hand and left-hand versions lift apart in opposite directions. Match the hinge to the side of the opening it mounts on so the lid lifts away the way you expect. If you're hinging a lid that opens on the left, you'll want the left-sided version instead.
It surface mounts, so you're screwing it flat to the deck or the lid face, no mortising required. Use 316 stainless fasteners to match so you don't set up a corrosion mismatch. This one ships as a single hinge, so count your openings and order in pairs if a lid needs a hinge at each corner.
Key Features
- 316 stainless steel construction stands up to salt spray and standing moisture, the marine-grade choice over 304
- Take-apart design lets the lid lift straight off at the knuckle, no tools needed for removal
- 3-1/2 inch length by 2 inch width, sized for hatches, locker lids, and seat bases
- Right-sided orientation, matched to lids that mount on the right side of the opening
- Surface mount design screws flat to the deck or lid face, no mortising required
- Sold as a single hinge, order in pairs for lids that need one at each corner
Why Buy from NVN Marine
- Authorized Sea-Dog reseller, full manufacturer warranty
- NMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs
- Same-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items
- NY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store
Technical specifications
| Title | Take-Apart Right Sided Hinge; 3-1/2 Inch Length x 2 Inch Width; 316 Stainless Steel; Surface Mount; Single |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sea-Dog |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 205275-1 |
| UPC | 035514205047 |
| Material | 316 Stainless Steel |
| Length | 3-1/2 Inch |
| Width | 2 Inch |
| Mount Type | Surface Mount |
| Hinge Type | Take-Apart |
| Orientation | Right Sided |
| Quantity | Single |
Frequently asked questions
What does take-apart mean on a hinge?
The two leaves separate at the knuckle instead of being pinned together for good. You lift the lid straight up and it comes clean off the base, then drop it back down and the halves mate again. It's handy anywhere you want full access without unscrewing the hinge.
Is this the right-hand or left-hand version?
This is the right-sided version. Take-apart hinges are handed, so they lift apart in opposite directions depending on the side. Match it to the side of the opening the lid mounts on. If your lid opens on the left, you'll want the left-sided hinge instead.
Why 316 stainless instead of 304?
316 stainless holds up to salt water and salt spray far better. 304 is fine in fresh water, but in a saltwater slip it'll start to surface-rust. If your boat sees any salt, 316 is the grade you want, and it's what this hinge is made from.
Does it come with mounting screws?
No, fasteners aren't included. Pick up 316 stainless screws to match the hinge so you don't create a corrosion mismatch. The hinge surface mounts, so you're screwing it flat to the deck or the lid face.
How many hinges do I need for one lid?
This ships as a single hinge. Most lids want two, one at each corner of the hinged edge. A small access panel might get by on one, but a longer locker lid is steadier with two. Count your openings and order accordingly.
What can I mount it on?
Hatches, locker lids, live-well covers, seat bases, deck plates, any lid where you'd like the option to lift it clean off. It surface mounts to flat stock and works on fiberglass, wood, or aluminum as long as you use the right fasteners.
