Panel Hinges and Gears
AssemblyLow-friction rotary joints connecting sequential panel segments, allowing controlled accordion-like unfolding. A full specification article for this item is being written. Meanwhile its bill of materials and connections are below.
Panel Hinges and Gears parts and their functions
4 top-level parts · 7 parts in total · full bill of materials below
| # | Part | Qty | What it does |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hinge Pin | 1× | Precision-ground steel pin with minimal play |
| 2 | Ball Bearing | 4× | Angular contact bearings in the hinge |
| 3 | Hinge Bracket | 1× | Composite or aluminum hinge housing |
| 4 | Fastener Set | 1× | Retention bolts and lock washers |
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Bill of materials for Panel Hinges and Gears
4 top-level lines · 4 rows shown · 7 parts total · indented to 3 levels| # | Item / sub-assembly | Part no. | Qty/assy | Ext. qty | Parts | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hinge Pin | deployable-solar-array-hinge-pin | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 2 | Ball Bearing | ball-bearing | 4× | 4 | · | part |
| 3 | Hinge Bracket | deployable-solar-array-hinge-bracket | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 4 | Fastener Set | fastener-set | 1× | 1 | · | part |
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Where the panel hinges and gears is used
1 product across 1 domain contain it, directly or inside a sub-assemblyUsed in 1 assembly
Sourcing: possible vendors
Browse the supplier directory → Prices, MOQ, and lead times are algorithmic estimates, not quotes, and not claims about these companies. Company mappings are curated by keyword; est. price band $1–$300. How estimates work| Vendor | HQ | Specialty | MOQ | Lead time |
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| sonacomstar.com ↗ | Gurugram, IN | EV driveline & motors | 1,000 pcs | 8–12 wks |
| shdrive.cn ↗ | Yuhuan, CN | Gears & driveline | 1,000 pcs | 8–12 wks |
| bharatgears.com ↗ | Mumbai, IN | Automotive gears | 1,000 pcs | 8–12 wks |
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Pune, IN | Driveline & chassis | 1,000 pcs | 8–12 wks |
| advancegroup.cn ↗ | Hangzhou, CN | Gearboxes | 1,000 pcs | 8–12 wks |