This is Blum's CLIP top BLUMOTION hinge in their Onyx finish, specifically designed for thicker cabinet doors up to 32mm and doors with decorative profiles. The soft-close mechanism is built directly into the hinge boss rather than added as a separate component.
Where It Fits
You'll use this hinge on substantial cabinet doors, particularly those with raised panels, thick timber construction, or applied mouldings. The 95-degree opening angle works well for standard base and wall cabinets where you need good access but don't require the door to open completely flat against adjacent units.
How It Works
The BLUMOTION mechanism sits inside the hinge boss and automatically engages as the door approaches the closed position. It adapts to different door weights and closing forces, so whether you push gently or give the door a firm close, it will settle quietly into place. The soft-close can be deactivated if needed for lighter doors that don't require the assistance.
Why It Matters
In your daily kitchen use, this removes the sound of slamming doors and prevents the bounce-back that can happen with heavy doors. More importantly for thick or profiled doors, it compensates for their additional weight and bulk, ensuring they close properly every time without you having to guide them home.
Design Consideration
This hinge works particularly well when you're using substantial door styles, 25-32mm thick timber, or doors with significant profiling that adds weight. The Onyx finish provides a dark, contemporary look that suits modern handleless designs or darker internal fittings. However, if your doors are standard 18-19mm thickness, the regular CLIP top BLUMOTION would be more appropriate.
Build Quality
The hinge body is steel construction with Blum's lifetime guarantee. The BLUMOTION mechanism uses precision-engineered components that maintain consistent performance over thousands of cycles. The three-dimensional adjustment system allows fine-tuning of the door position even after installation.
Options
This model provides 2mm side adjustment, 3mm height adjustment, and 3mm to -1mm depth adjustment. The 95-degree opening angle is the most common choice, though Blum offers other angles if your cabinet design requires them. You'll need to specify the appropriate CLIP mounting plate separately based on your cabinet construction.
Closing Guidance
Consider this hinge if your kitchen design uses thick doors, particularly those over 22mm, or doors with substantial moulding details. The integrated soft-close approach keeps the mechanism protected and provides reliable long-term performance, but you'll pay more than separate hinge and soft-close components.
