ANSI/BHMA A156.

20-2017
Revision of ANSI/BHMA A156.20-2012

STANDARD

FOR

STRAP AND TEE HINGES, AND HASPS

SPONSOR
BUILDERS HARDWARE MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION, INC.

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Approved by the
AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE
December 22, 2017

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Copyright 2017 by the Builders Hardware Manufacturers

Association, Inc.

Not to be reproduced without specific authorization from

BHMA
Printed in the USA

This Standard was approved by ANSI under the Canvass Method. The Builders Hardware Manufacturers
Association, Inc. was accredited on 21 March 1983 by ANSI as a sponsor using the canvass method.

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 FOREWORD (This Foreword is not a part of ANSI/BHMA A156.20)

The general classification of builders hardware includes a wide variety of items which are divided
into several categories. To recognize this diversity, a sectional classification system has been
established. Strap and Tee Hinges, and Hasps is one such section and this Standard is the result of the
collective efforts of members of the Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association, Inc. who
manufacture this product. The total Product Standards effort is, therefore, a collection of sections,
each covering a specific category of items.

The BHMA recognizes that errors will be found, items will become obsolete, and new products,
methods and materials will be developed. With this in mind, the Association plans to update, correct
and revise these Standards on a regular basis.

In most cases, products have been described in grade levels related to their durability. Grade
classifications indicate levels only within their own product categories. Choice of grade and specific
product are made on the basis of utility, aesthetics, security objectives and end use desired.

The BHMA numbers which indicate types and functions of hardware do not identify size or finish
and are not intended to be used without necessary supplementary information. Individual
manufacturers' catalogs are consulted.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. SCOPE..................................................... 5

2. DEFINITIONS............................................... 5

3. GENERAL................................................... 5

TABLE I TEST VALUES FOR STRAP AND TEE HINGES.............. 6

4. HINGE CYCLE TEST.......................................... 6

5. HINGE PERMANENT SET TEST PROCEDURE & REQUIREMENT.......... 7

6. STRENGTH TEST FOR HASPS................................... 7

7. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR FINISHES..................... 7

8. EXPLANATION OF NUMBERING SYSTEM............................ 8

9. FUNCTIONS AND IDENTIFYING NUMBERS.......................... 9

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1. SCOPE
1.1 This Standard establishes requirements for Strap Hinges, Tee Hinges, and Hasps, and includes
performance tests covering operational and strength criteria.
1.2 Tests described in this Standard are performed under laboratory conditions. In actual usage, results vary
because of installation, maintenance and environmental conditions.

2. DEFINITIONS
2.1 Hasp, Adjustable Staple The staple will adjust to compensate for shrinking or sagging of the door.
2.2 Hasp, Double or Multi-link Hinged portion has two or more joints.
2.3 Hasp, Flexible Hinge joints consist of laminated plates allowing increased movement.
2.4 Hasp, Key-locking The rotating post can secure with integral lock.
2.5 Hasp, Rotating Post The portion engaged by a padlock rotates but need not latch.
2.6 Hasp, Safety The screw attachments are concealed in the closed position.
2.7 Hasp, Swivel Staple or Latching Post The staple or post rotates to latch the hasp.
2.8 Hasp Size The nominal overall closed length ± 1/8 in (3.2 mm).
2.9 Hinge Size The nominal overall length of the closed hinge. A minus tolerance of 1/16 in (1.6 mm) is
permitted. Dimensions are permitted to be exceeded within the functional limitations of the product.
2.10 Pintle Hinge A surface mounted hinge composed of a strap hinge door leaf and separate pinned jamb
attachments.
2.11 Strap Hinge A surface mounted hinge with similar long narrow leaves.
2.12 Tee Hinge A surface mounted hinge composed of a strap hinge door leaf and a short butt jamb leaf.

3. GENERAL
3.1 Dimensions. US units are used in this Standard with approximate SI unit (metric) equivalents given
in parentheses.
3.2 Reference to Other Standards. ANSI Standards references in this Standard are available from the
American National Standards Institute, 11 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036.
3.3 Design Options. There are no restrictions on design, except for dimensional requirements imposed.
Items of design meeting the performance requirements in the grade category desired shall be design options
for those illustrated. See individual manufacturers' catalogs.
3.4 Hinge Test Conditions.
3.4.1 Test Door. The test door size and weight for each size and weight of hinge is indicated in
Table I. The thickness of the test door shall be sufficient to maintain the rigidity of the door and to provide
for the specified door weight.
3.4.2 Hinge Spacing. The hinge spacing shall be as indicated in Table I. All sizes shall have three
hinges per door. Screws provided with the hinges shall be used.
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3.4.3 Mounting. The test door with hinges shall be mounted to a rigid member that simulates the
jamb. The door shall be able to be operated freely through at least 90 degrees. The hinges shall be carefully
aligned and spaced to eliminate hinge bind.
3.4.4 Dial Indicator. A dial indicator shall be used to measure horizontal permanent set at the top
hinge. (See Figure 1).

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TABLE I TEST VALUES FOR STRAP AND TEE HINGES

Hinge Size * Door Size Door Weight Test Weight Hinge “A” Spacing “B”
inches (mm) inches (mm) lbf. (kg) lbf. (kg)
“W”x”H”
Bearing
Grade 1 Grade 1 Grade 2
2 (51) 12X30 25 50 (23) 9 (229) 18 (457)
(305X762) (11)
3 (76) 18X48 40 50 (23) 18 (457) 36 (914)
(457X1219) (18)
4 (102) 24X72 113 75 60 75 (34) 30 (762) 60 (1524)

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(610X1829) (51) (34) (29)
5 (127) 30X72 150 100 75 75 (34) 30 (762) 60 (1524)
(762X1829) (68) (45) (34)
6 (152) 36X84 188 125 100 100 (45) 36 (914) 72 (1829)
(914X2134) (85) (57) (45)
8 (203) 42X84 225 150 115 100 (45) 36 (914) 72 (1829)
(1067X2134) (102) (68) (52)
10 (254) 48X84 263 175 150 (68) 36 (914) 72 (1829)
(1219X2134) (120) (79)
12 (305) 48X96 300 200 150 (68) 42 (1067) 84 (2134)
(1219X2438) (136) (90)

*Is the overall length of the closed hinge. A minus tolerance of 1/16 in (1.6 mm) is permitted. Dimensions
are permitted to be exceeded within the functional limitations of the product.

4. HINGE CYCLE TEST

4.1 Procedure set-up Using the test door described in 3.4.1, mount hinges in accordance with 3.4.2 &
3.4.3. Before test, each mounted and loaded specimen shall be accurately measured to determine any
vertical or lateral clearance between leaves and knuckles. Measurements shall be taken at mid-travel of
door. Angle of opening shall be the same for final measurements as for original measurements within 2
degrees. Vertical measurement is between adjacent jamb and door knuckles. Lateral measurement is
between inner edge of jamb leaf and adjacent door knuckle. If the lateral measurement location is at the
center of the hinge, one measurement per hinge at the center shall suffice. If the lateral measurement
location is not at the center of the hinge, two measurements, as equally distant from center of hinge as
practicable, shall be taken; the qualifying lateral measurement is the average of these two.
4.2 Cycle Test Cycle the hinges through 90 degrees for 100,000 cycles At the conclusion of the cycle
testing, each specimen shall again be measured as in 4.1 to determine the displacement between leaves and
knuckles. Wear is determined as the difference between final and initial measurements. Record
measurements of wear for all hinges. The measurements of the greatest wear shall be compared to the
permissible figures. The hinges passing the test shall comply with the vertical and lateral wear
requirements below:

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4.3 Requirements
Cycle Test Requirements Vertical and Lateral Wear Allowable Maximum
Bearing Grade 1 Grade 1 Grade 2
.010 inches (.25 mm) .020 inches (.5mm) .030 inches (.75 mm)

5. HINGE PERMANENT SET TEST PROCEDURE & REQUIREMENT

5.1 Lateral shift. The lateral shift of doors away from jamb shall not exceed .060 in (1.5 mm) when tested
in the following manner.
5.2 Door position. Measure the horizontal position of the door at the top hinge, using the dial indicator,
with the door in the closed position.
5.3 Add test weight. Add the test weight, as indicated in the chart for the hinge, at the outer edge of the
door.
5.4 Open and close door. Open the door to the 90 degree open position and return to the closed position.
5.5 Remove the test weight.
5.6 Re-measure door position. Measure the horizontal position of the door as in 5.2. The difference
between the two measurements is the horizontal set of the door (or lateral shift).

6. STRENGTH TEST FOR HASPS

6.1 Mounting. The hasp shall be mounted in the closed position on a steel plate using machine screws of a
size equivalent to the fasteners provided with the hasp. The hasp, except key locking type, shall be fastened
with a padlock having a shackle with a nominal diameter of 0.250 in (6.4 mm).
6.2 Fixed or Adjustable Staple Torque Resistance
6.2.1 A torque measuring device shall be applied to the staple in a plane parallel to the mounting surface.
The torque shall be applied gradually using a nominal 0.375 in (9.5 mm) diameter hardened steel rod and
sustained for a period of 30 seconds. If staple opening does not accommodate both padlock hasp and torque
rod, torque shall be applied by inserting torque rod through locked padlock shackle throat.
Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3
3000 lbf-in (339 Nm) 480 lbf-in ( 54 Nm) 125 lbf-in (14Nm)

6.2.2 After application of the required torque, the padlock shall continue to be secured to the staple and the
staple to the hasp leaf preventing disengagement of the hasp.
6.3 Fixed, Adjustable, Swivel Staple, Staple Rotating Post, or Latching Post Pull Resistance

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6.3.1 A load dynamometer shall be applied to load the staple or post perpendicular to the mounting surface.
The force shall be applied gradually and be sustained for a period of 30 seconds.

Grade 1
250 lbf (1112 N)
6.3.2 After the application of the required load, the hasp shall still be functional.

7. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR FINISHES

7.1 Application. This test applies to all products treated by plating or painting.
7.2 Salt Spray Test. This test shall be conducted in accordance with ANSI/BHMA A156.18-2016 for
Materials and Finishes. Finishes shall withstand exposure for 24 hours.

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8. EXPLANATION OF NUMBERING SYSTEM

8.1 The first letter denotes the BHMA Product Section (A).

8.2 The first numeral indicates the general type of material used.
0. Optional Material
8. Wrought Steel
8.3 The second numeral identifies the product category.
1. Strap Hinge
2. Tee Hinge
3. Hasp
4. Pintel
8.4 The third numeral identifies the type of material surface.
1. Not Treated
2. Treated by Plating
3. Treated by Painting
8.5 The fourth numeral identifies the function or description of the item or both.
0. Aluminum Hinge Pin
1. Steel Hinge Pin
2. Brass Hinge Pin (only on products with finish BHMA 603)
3. Adjustable Staple
4. Fixed Staple or Rotating Post
5. Swivel Staple or Latching Post
6. Open Hinged - Fixed Staple
7. Double Hinged - Fixed Staple
8. Heavy Open Hinged - Fixed Staple
9. Key-locking
8.6 The fifth numeral designates the grade classification of the item.
1. Grade 1 or Grade 1 Bearing Type
2. Grade 2
3. Grade 3
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9. FUNCTIONS AND IDENTIFYING NUMBERS
All illustrations and type numbers are typical. See individual manufacturers’ catalogs for details.
Hinges (see 4 and 5 for required tests)
9.1 Strap Hinges Illustrations
Not treated – Steel Pin
A81111 A81112
Not Treated – Aluminum Pin
A81101 A81102
Plated – Steel Pin
A01211 A01212
A81211 A81212
Plated – Aluminum Pin
A01201 A01202
A81201 A81202
Plated – Brass Pin
A01221 A01222
A81221 A81222
Painted – Steel Pin
A81311 A81312
Painted – Aluminum Pin
A81301 A81302
9.2.1 Tee Hinges
Not Treated – Steel Pin
A82111 A82112
Not Treated – Aluminum Pin
A82101 A82102
Plated – Steel Pin
A02211 A02212
A82211 A82212
Plated – Aluminum Pin
A02201 A02202
A82201 A82202
Plated– Brass Pin
A02221 A02222
A82221 A82222
Painted – Steel Pin
A82311 A82312
Painted – Aluminum Pin
A82301 A82302
9.2.2 Pintle Tee Hinge
Not Treated
A04111 A04112 A04113
Plated
A04211 A04212 A04213
Painted
A04311 A04312 A04313

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9.3 Hasps (see 6 for required tests)
Not Treated
A83131 A83132 A83133
Plated
A83231 A83232 A83233
Painted
A83331 A83332 A83333 Safety Hasp – Adjustable Staple
Not Treated
A83141 A83142 A83143
Plated
A83241 A83242 A83243
Painted
A83341 A83342 A83343 Safety Hasp – Fixed Staple

Safety Hasp – Rotating Post

Not Treated
A83151
Plated
A83251
Painted
A83351 Safety Hasp – Swivel Staple

Safety Hasp – Latching Post

Not Treated
A83162 A83163
Plated
A83262 A86263

Open Hinged Hasp with Fixed Staple

Not Treated
A83171 A83172 A83173
Plated
A83271 A83272 A83273

Double or Multi-link Hinged Hasp with Fixed

Staple

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Not Treated
A83181
Plated
A83281
Painted
A83381 Heavy Open Hinged Hasp with Fixed Staple
Not Treated
A03191 A03192 A03193
Plated
A03291 A03292 A03293
Painted
A03391 A03392 A03393

Key-locking Hasp
Not Treated
A03141 A03142 A03143
Plated
A03241 A03242 A03243
Painted
A03341 A03342 A03343
Flexible Hasp (multi-link optional)

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APPENDIX A (not a part of ANSI/BHMA A156.20)

A-1 CONFORMANCE CRITERIA

Certification that products offered meet the requirements of this Standard and conform to individual
manufacturer's drawings, specifications, standards and quality assurance practices are available and in some
circumstances are required. Buyer requirements determine the need for proof of conformance such as first
article inspection, test laboratory reports, or listings. Specifiers requiring assertions of conformance utilize
statements of conformance by individual manufacturers, or test reports acceptable to the buyer.

A-2 PRESERVATION, PACKAGING AND PACKING

Unless other arrangements between buyer and seller are made, preservation, packaging and packing shall be
sufficient to protect containers and their contents under normal shipping and handling conditions from the
source of supply to the destination point.

A-3 MARKING
Unless other arrangements between buyer and seller are made, marking shall be in accordance with the
individual manufacturer's standard practice.
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A-4 SECURITY
This Standard covers commodity hasps and if security is an objective, additional criteria covering security
attributes is to be considered.

A-5 FINISHES
If specific decorative or protective finishes are desired, they shall be specified. Users of this Standard
correlate corrosion resistance with the third digit in the specified product type number as shown in 8.4 and
the salt spray exposure time in 7.2.

A-6 GRADES
Users of this Standard select product as to grade desired. Grade designation is based on performance criteria
with grade 1 subject to the severest test.

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