Hinge for Butterfly Gate That Allows 270 Degree Swing

Updated 01/27/2020 | Published 01/25/2020

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Square Corner Hinge with Reverse Bracket - 12" Long - 270 Degree Rotation - Zinc Plated

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$34.89

Square Corner T-Strap Hinge w/ Reverse Bracket - 270 Degree - 12"Long - Aluminum

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$31.11

Square Corner Hinge with Reverse Bracket - Polished Stainless Steel - 12"

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$50.58

Square Corner T-Strap Hinge w/ Reverse Bracket - 270 Degree - 16" Long - Aluminum

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$27.63

Square Corner T-Strap Hinge w/ Reverse Bracket - 270 Degree - 16" Long - Stainless Steel

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Question:

Would these PLR1904-Z hinges work for a butterfly gate on the end of a livestock trailer... where the gate would swing roughly 90 degrees to the inside of the trailer and roughly 180 degrees to the outside of the trailer?

asked by: Garry

Expert Reply:

While we do have a hinge that is going to let you have a gate that swings to the inside of the trailer and to the outside for a 270 degree swing, the hinges you referred to would not allow that type of movement. Instead, you will need what is called a square corner hinge, and you have a couple of different options based on the length and metal construction you want. The following options are below and I have added links to video reviews for you as well.

- Square Corner Hinge with Reverse Bracket - Polished Stainless Steel - 12" # PLR2212-SSP or 16" # PLR2216-SSP
- Square Corner Hinge with Reverse Bracket - Aluminum - 12" # PLR2212-AS or 16" # PLR2216-AS
- Strap Hinge for Enclosed Cargo Trailer Doors (Zinc-Plated Steel, 12") # 2212

expert reply by: Kyle S