Porter Cable 59370 2-1/2″ – 6″ Door Hinge Template Kit

The Porter-Cable 59370 Door Hinge Template Kit is a versatile solution for hanging doors with precision and ease. Designed to work with any router featuring a 1/4-inch collet, this kit simplifies the process of routing hinges for both doors and frames, ensuring clean, professional-grade results every time. Compatible with doors of various thicknesses and accommodating hinge sizes from 2-1/2″ to 6″ in 1/2″ increments, this kit is perfect for tackling a range of door installation projects. Simply mark the hinge location, secure the template using the included brads, and enjoy consistent, factory-quality cuts.

Porter Cable 2-1/2″ – 6″ Door Hinge Template Kit At a Glance

• Versatile hinge routing solution: Compatible with both door and frame hinges for complete installation convenience.
• Adjustable for various door thicknesses: Works with doors 1-3/8″, 1-3/4″, 2″, 2-1/4″, and 2-1/2″.
• Supports 8 hinge sizes: Accommodates hinge sizes from 2-1/2″ to 6″ in 1/2″ increments for a wide range of applications.
• Ratcheting bit guides: Allows quick adjustments for 1/4″, 5/8″ radius, or square-corner hinges (corner chisel sold separately).
• Extended template platform: Offers superior router stability for precision cuts.
• Double-headed nails: Simplify removal from door and frame after use.
• Secure placement: Positive placement lock-in pins ensure accurate alignment every time.

Markets

• Professional carpentry: Ideal for precision door installations in custom woodworking projects.
• Contractors: A dependable tool for framing and door-hanging tasks on job sites.
• DIY enthusiasts: Accessible for home projects requiring a factory-quality finish.
• Schools and trade training: Suitable for teaching students precision in door installations.
• Maintenance teams: Useful for replacing or repairing hinges in commercial and residential buildings.

For professionals and DIY enthusiasts alike, this hinge template kit streamlines door installation while improving accuracy. Its extended template platform provides enhanced stability, while quick-adjust ratcheting guides make switching between radius and square-corner hinges simple. Whether you’re a carpenter, contractor, or homeowner upgrading interior or exterior doors, this kit ensures every hinge cut is reliable and precise.

Porter Cable 59370 2-1/2″ – 6″ Door Hinge Template Kit Features

• Used to rout both door and frame hinges for a complete door hanging solution
• Accommodates doors of various thickness: 1-3/8″, 1-3/4″, 2″, 2-1/4″, and 2-1/2″
• Accommodates 8 hinge sizes from 2-1/2″ to 6″ inclusive, in 1/2″ increments
• Quick-adjust ratcheting router bit guides accommodate 1/4″, 5/8″ radius and square-cornered hinges*
• Extended template platform provides excellent router stability
• Double-headed nails ensure easy removal from door and frame
• Positive placement lock-in pins enable quick and secure placement of the template to the door and jamb
• *Corner chisel required (sold separately)
• Complements Strike & Latch Template 59375 (sold separately)

Porter Cable 59370 2-1/2″ – 6″ Door Hinge Template Kit Includes

• (1) Door hinge template
• (1) 2 ratcheting router bit guides
• (1) 4-positive placement lock-in pins (2 spares)
• (1) 2 Double-headed nails
• (1) High-speed steel bearing guided bit
• (1) Instruction sheet

Specifications

• Router Compatibility: 1/4-inch collet required.
• Hinge Sizes Supported: 2-1/2″ to 6″ (1/2″ increments).
• Door Thickness Supported: 1-3/8″, 1-3/4″, 2″, 2-1/4″, 2-1/2″.
• Guides: Adjustable for 1/4″, 5/8″ radius, and square corners.
• Included Accessories:
  • Door hinge template
  • Two ratcheting router bit guides
  • Four positive placement lock-in pins (two spares)
  • Two double-headed nails
  • High-speed steel bearing-guided bit
  • Instruction sheet

Why Customers Choose the Porter Cable 2-1/2″ – 6″ Door Hinge Template Kit

The Porter-Cable 59370 is a trusted choice for anyone needing precise, efficient door hinge installation. Its adjustability for various door sizes and hinge configurations ensures flexibility for different projects, while the extended template platform and secure placement pins deliver accuracy and ease of use. With features that reduce setup time and enhance router stability, this kit is a reliable tool for achieving professional results every time. Whether you’re upgrading your home’s doors or managing a large-scale carpentry project, this hinge template kit delivers performance and precision you can count on.