{"product_id":"milescraft-1220-hinge-mate350-complete-hinge-installation-kit-for-1-3-8-in-1-3-4-in-doors","title":"Milescraft 1220 Hinge Mate350 – Complete Hinge Installation Kit for 1-3\/8 in \u0026 1-3\/4 in Doors","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstall doors like a seasoned pro with the HingeMate350 by Milescraft—a complete hinge mortising and alignment kit designed to work with common door sizes. Built around a durable steel template frame, this system helps you route hinge, strike, and latch recesses with confidence. A preset routing edge keeps your router on track as you guide the work along the template, while the included 1\/2 in tungsten carbide router bit is built to cut clean, level mortises. The result is a precise starting point for hinges, frames, and plates without guesswork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re hanging new doors or repairing existing ones, the HingeMate350 is designed to adapt to real-world projects. It supports 1-3\/8 in and 1-3\/4 in doors and hinges sized from 2-1\/2 in to 4-1\/2 in. An extra self-centering hinge bit speeds up pilot hole drilling, helping you maintain accuracy from first hole to final screw.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included and How It Helps\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable steel template frame that aligns automatically for quick setup and consistent results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll mounting hardware to secure the jig to either the door or jamb, reducing wobble during routing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-centering hinge bit for accurate pilot holes that align with hinge screws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTungsten carbide 1\/2 in router bit for clean, level mortises along the template edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCornerChisel for automatic 90° corner alignment on square hinges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadiuses for hinges—5\/8 in and 1\/4 in—allowing clean, curved recesses where needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Capabilities and Real-World Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall hinges from 2-1\/2 in to 4-1\/2 in, covering a wide range of residential doors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable cams automatically align templates for both 1-3\/8 in and 1-3\/4 in doors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSturdy frame supports routing from either the door edge or the jamb edge for flexibility in layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable 1\/2 in router bit produces cleaner mortises, reducing post-cut cleanup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-centering bit minimizes misalignment, helping you start holes accurately on the first pass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePractical Scenarios and Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for home improvement projects, this kit helps you achieve professional-looking hinge mortises with less rework. The combination of a robust frame, adjustable templates, and dedicated bits is designed to streamline setup, improve routing consistency, and deliver cleaner cut lines. While results depend on skill and tool condition, users often find faster setup, fewer mistakes, and a more comfortable workflow when working with standard hinge sizes and radiuses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What doors and hinges does the kit fit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Fits doors 1-3\/8 in to 1-3\/4 in and hinges from 2-1\/2 in to 4-1\/2 in, with included mounting hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is setup quick for DIY projects?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The steel frame aligns templates, cams adjust for door size, and the self-centering bit aids in drilling clean pilot holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Milescraft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47516233334958,"sku":"B00GLXGDQA","price":121.01,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/6012\/9710\/files\/milescraft-hinge-mate350-steel-frame-template.jpg?v=1771276569","url":"https:\/\/handyskook.ca\/products\/milescraft-1220-hinge-mate350-complete-hinge-installation-kit-for-1-3-8-in-1-3-4-in-doors","provider":"HandySkook","version":"1.0","type":"link"}