Step 1 – Determine the Power Factor for the Application
Determine power factor
To select the correct lift mechanism for a given application, the power factor must first be calculated by using the formula below.
Use the table at the bottom of the page to convert ounces into decimal form for easy calculation.
Power factor = cabinet height multiplied by door weight
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Example:
Cabinet height: 20" (within possible range)
Door weight including twice the handle weight = 13 lb 14 oz (14 oz = .9 lb see chart below)
Power factor = 20 x 13.9
Power factor = 278
A power factor of 278 requires lift mechanism 22K2700
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Including twice the handle weight
NOTE:
AVENTOS planning tools available at blum.com/planning
Weight conversion chart
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Door twice handle weight =
13
lb 14 oz
Warning: Risk of injury by spring-loaded lever arm!
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Arm has built in safety feature to prevent opening and closing
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Secure lever arm before installing cabinet
AVENTOS HK top Ordering Information
for Frameless and Face Frame
AVENTOS
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NOTE:
For wide cabinets, we recommend an
additional lift mechanism be attached to the
center panel to prevent the middle of the front
from sagging when open.
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Self-positioning mechanism with locating
template eliminates complicated installation
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Integrated opening angle adjustment
between 75° and 107°
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Cabinet height from
250
(10") to
610
(24")
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Cabinet width range
381
(15") to
1828
(72")
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Interior cabinet depth minimum of
187
(7-3/8")
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Optional: TIP-ON for AVENTOS
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If using a third lift mechanism for wider
applications (power factor increases by up to
50%), we recommend a trial application.
Power factor = cabinet height (inch) x door weight
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(lb)
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