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This European standard specifies requirements for single-axis hinges, of lift-off or fixed pin type, for use on access windows and doors. Such windows and doors may or may not be fitted also with door closing devices. It includes tests for static loads, shear strength and allowable wear during durability cycling for the following hinges: a) mounted on the edge of the door leaf or window sash and opening in one direction only; b) whose axis of rotation is within 30 mm of an edge of the movable element for a door leaf mass of up to 160 kg; c) whose axis of rotation is within 30 mm of the edge for a window sash with a mass of up to 60 kg.