Hinge Comparison Table
Choose your gate type to see which Polaris Hinge would be most appropriate for your application.
Gate Type | Hinge Type | Gate Weight (Max) | Gate Thickness | Soft Self CLosing | Adjustability | Ideal Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
New Frameless Glass Gates | Polaris 125 Series | Up to 100lbs | 3/8″ – 1/2″ | Yes | Closing speed & dampening force | Pool gates, luxury glass gates. (Residential & commercial use) |
Existing Frameless & Framed Glass Gates / Retrofit | Polaris 155 Retrofit | Up to 100lbs | 5/16″ – 3/8″ – 1/2″ | Yes | Closing speed & dampening force | RETROFIT onto existing Spring Hinge gates. No need for costly new glass, quick and simple to install and available to suit almost every gate option. (Residential & commercial use) |
Existing Frameless Glass Gates / Hydraulic Retrofit | Polaris 130 Series | Up to 100lbs | 3/8″ – 1/2″ | Yes | Closing speed & dampening force | RETROFIT problematic or non functional gates using Hydraulic hinges such as Applause or Bestko Hinges.
No need for costly panel replacement, fits directly into your existing glass. (Residential & commercial use) |
Metal, Timber, Vinyl, & Other Gates | 156/200 Series | Up to 100lbs | Face Fit | Yes | Closing speed & dampening force | Numerous applications in (Residential, & commercial use) |
Security & electric strike gates that don’t fully shut. Ensures a fast, self-latching close. | Polaris Powerclose
| Up to 110lbs | N/A | Yes | 3 Settings of force adjustment | Pool & Aluminium, lightweight metal gates DIY projects, cost-effective quality. (Residential & commercial use) |