If you can see the hinge, is it steel or plastic? We have a plastic Simple Human model with a plastic hinge that just broke, so looking to upgrade.
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I'm not sure, but I have two that have worked perfectly, one for over 3 years and 1 for more than 2 years.
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This is a little embarrassing but we have had ours for over 10 years. It still looks great even after 2 cross-country moves!
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I'm out of town, so I cannot physically validate this response with the hinges themselves, however, I'm guessing they're steel with an oil rubbed bronze finish. The true test, is to put a magnet on the hinge. A magnet will not stick to bronze...but it will stick to steel. Unfortunately, I'm not able to do that test at this time. If he can wait until next week, I can perform the test then.
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It was plastic, very flimsy. I returned the item and got a stainless steel from local hardware store.
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I purchased this with a new door panel. The plastic hinge on the old door broke. This part is a metal reinforcement for the plastic door hinge. Looks like this: Norcold 61631330 Black Hinge Plate on amazon. I went to the Norcold site and looked up the parts list for a new lower door. Then went to amazon for the door and amazon suggested a door hinge.
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Thanks for getting back ao quickly. The seat is made of plastic. It is the hinge section of the seat that is broken. Would you like me to email you a photo?Thanks.
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Impossible to tell because your hinges may be plastic OR metal. My effected model # was N811, plastic hinges, on a 2008 model 5th wheel. Also, if you have the real wood face on your fridge door, that doubles the weight of the door.If your hinges are still in good shape, buy the metal reinforcement plates to avoid them breaking. Even if you buy a new door (new hinges), you STILL need the metal reinforcing plates to keep the new hinges from breaking. If you merely replace the hinges, they will break again! Send an email to democracy.doctor1@gmail.com, I will send you all the high-res pic's from my door/hinge replacement and reinforcing project. Impossible to tell because your hinges may be plastic OR metal. My effected model # was N811, plastic hinges, on a 2008 model 5th wheel. Also, if you have the real wood face on your fridge door, that doubles the weight of the door.If your hinges are still in good shape, buy the metal reinforcement plates to avoid them breaking. Even if you buy a new door (new hinges), you STILL need the metal reinforcing plates to keep the new hinges from breaking. If you merely replace the hinges, they will break again! Send an email to democracy.doctor1@gmail.com, I will send you... » Read More Impossible to tell because your hinges may be plastic OR metal. My effected model # was N811, plastic hinges, on a 2008 model 5th wheel. Also, if you have the real wood face on your fridge door, that doubles the weight of the door.If your hinges are still in good shape, buy the metal reinforcement plates to avoid them breaking. Even if you buy a new door (new hinges), you STILL need the metal reinforcing plates to keep the new hinges from breaking. If you merely replace the hinges, they will break again! Send an email to democracy.doctor1@gmail.com, I will send you all the high-res pic's from my door/hinge replacement and reinforcing project. « Show Less
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Plastic. Even the aluminum looking part. I am happy with mine but I don't travel much. I use it mainly at home.
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Partially it is steel but a large part is also plastic which needs to put on the cutting device properly or won't work. This I'm reading is quiet is for other models as this one has a more powerful motor to do the job.
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I know it's not steel nor plastic. It is probably some thick kind of aluminum. It is sturdy, whatever it is. You would be satisfied with it. Hope this helps.
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It's a hinge and the clips are plastic. I've had it for a few years now and it's been good to me. No problem at all and I use it almost every day
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plastic, however, it seems to be very sturdy. We have been using it for about 6 months and it is still perfect.
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plastic, and it's not as easy to open as they say, tough with one hand. mine fell apart, i don't recomend it.let them stick to making guns.
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It is a hard plastic and there is no hinge on it to keep it from closing softly. My LO did slam her fingers once and was pretty upset but she learned and never did it again. It's a favorite toy of hers.
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It's made of very strong plastic. The hinge operates smoothly and seems to be most sturdy. Also, the hinge is 8-inches long so it offers good support for the lid. We are very happy with this can. It's easy to use and very easy to clean. I expect this can (and hinge) to last a lot longer than the previous round chrome can we had. The hinge on it broke within a couple of years and it was a real fight to get the trash bag liner out. The simple human can, while not as pretty as the chrome, is much more functional and a darn sight less aggravating to use.
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Plastic, but it's pretty good quality. I doubt you'll find any metal ones, otherwise it would be too heavy for the magnetic holder to hold the head to the neck.
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It's just plastic. Not cheap quality, I don't think it is at risk of breaking with wear and tear.
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The hinge is flex plastic and it does have a locking clip, but that's plastic too.