If one of the standard part configurations does not meet your needs, Reell is able to design and produce custom mounting configurations.
Whether it’s a modification of a standard product or a new custom design, Reell can deliver a complete solution that has been fully tested to meet your application and positioning needs. Our full in-house tool room allows quick turnaround on prototype and sample builds, and extensive testing capabilities allow timely validation of performance and rapid iteration on new product design.
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Reell commercial friction hinges are available in a wide range of sizes and mounting styles with load capacities up to 11.30 N-m. Each hinge is built to deliver:
Constant torque supported by patented ReellTorq® technology
Smooth, consistent, soundless movement
Durable construction and extended life cycles
Zero-adjustment performance for up to 50,000 cycles
Symmetrical, asymmetrical, and one-way torque options
Custom products optimized to specific needs
Strong torque-related technical expertise
Large variety of standard products to leverage
Precision torque tuning for exact positioning, motion, and feel
Proven long-life performance with consistent torque over time
Maintains controlled, consistent torque performance in high-use applications
Improved user experience with smooth, reliable positioning
Minimized field failures in high-vibration and -shock environments
Reliable positioning without secondary components
Precision engineering is what we’re best at, and remains the primary focus of what we do today. Through the years, our engineering expertise and knowledge continues to evolve.
With more than 20 product engineers, designers, and manufacturing engineers on staff, Reell has over 150 years of combined experience designing and manufacturing small-package motion and position control solutions.
We work hands on with engineers as much or as little as needed throughout the process. By speaking with real engineers that understand and know the product, we’re better able to accommodate your extract project needs with our custom positioning solutions.
Reell’s positioning solutions are built using proprietary ReellTorq technology for repeatable, controlled positioning over the life of a product.
With more than 20 US and International patents for motion control innovations, Reell engineers develop practical, reliable solutions that integrate cleanly into real designs and use cases.
Reell offers custom designs and builds that leverage existing products, components, and equipment for any application and industry. The result is a part that is engineered for your specific positioning challenge.
In the automotive industry, we offer custom engineering that often becomes its own unique product rather than adapting existing ones.
Have any questions about our process, or curious what we can create for your application?
If one of the standard part configurations does not meet your needs, Reell is able to design and produce custom mounting configurations.
Reell offers fast engagement through its engineering support team. Many projects begin with early prototypes within days or weeks, depending on complexity. Reell deals with a range of customization projects for our customers and the range of timelines these various projects require.
While it’s not part of the standard Reell friction hinges, Reell can provide this feature in a custom friction hinge application.
Yes. Many projects feature custom torque profiles, modified geometries, unique form factors, or specialized materials created specifically for a customer’s product. Reell engineers often reduce part count, solve tolerance issues, or create new motion behaviors not available with off-the-shelf hinges.
Reell develops custom products with detent features. Reell’s standard friction hinges provide infinite positioning, but we realize some applications require specific, pre-determined positions. Detent position, holding torque, and overall feel are critical in a successful detent hinge. Share your requirements to start a conversation and learn more about our custom detent capabilities.
Reell is the trusted global partner for friction hinges, torque inserts, springs, clutches, and custom motion systems. Our components deliver premium movement and long service life across industries.
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