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Connectors and Shelf Supports
Connectors

Häfele Minifix System
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This connector provides firm, positive-fitting connections despite its
small design and even after repeated slackening and re-tightening.
The Minifix cabinet connector system is based on the centric
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principle. This made it possible to develop a connector with a small
connector housing with an integrated large tightening and supporting
surface. The hemispherical head of the bolt fits exactly in the center
of the cup-shaped recess in the Minifix housing, and is tightened to
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achieve a positive-fit.

→ Advantages of Minifix ® → The Minifix “clockface”
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> The half round connecting bolt head locates centrally in the The Minifix clockface demonstrates correct tightening:
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cup-shaped cam recess from any angle and is then positively - The long tightening distance A of approximately 5 mm produced
secured by only one half turn of the cam offers the following benefits:
> Automatic centering of the bolt means that panels are no longer - Variations in hole size of +1 mm to approximately -0.5 mm are
subject to lateral displacement relative to the side panel compensated for without loss of efficiency
> Long tightening distance of nearly 5 mm by only half a turn of cam - Tension is rapidly achieved as the cam is tightened, before the
> Long tightening distance for increased tolerances compensation arrow reaches the 195° stop (12:30)
> Secure tightening is guaranteed even in case of repeated
dis-assembly and re-assembly
> Tight joint secures against loosening
> Delicate and elegant shape

→ Installation Reference

Dimensional data not binding. Dimensions in mm, inches are approximate. We reserve the right to alter specifications without notice.

The tightening distance A can be separated into 3 travel segments
with different functions: Connectors and Shelf Supports
1. Closing distance:
0°–75° (6–8:30) = 3 mm pull.
This turn is necessary to draw the bolt head into the center of the
cam (no tightening occurs within this segment).
2. Tightening distance:
75°–165° (8:30–11:30) = 2 mm pull.
The Minifix system is suitable for wood thickness from 12 mm This segment is sufficient to ensure rigid tensioning. Provided the
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and above. specified drill-hole size has been met, tightening will be initiated as
> The drill hole diameter for the housing is 12 mm for Minifix 12 early as 120° (10:00). Optimum security will be reached at 165° (11:30).
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and 15 mm for Minifix 15
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> For correct installation and tightening, the housing must be 3. Re-tightening distance:
installed with the arrow pointing directly towards the bolt 165°–195° (11:30–12:30) = 0.5 mm pull is required:
> A positive-fit connection is reached with PZ2 cross slot, SW4 Accommodates variations in drill hole size or if the furniture is
hexagon socket or flat blade, depending on the connector assembled and disassembled repeatedly or requires retightening due 11
housing to severe loading conditions.
Important:
Drill hole = Varies according to cam type (Ø15 and 12 mm), see the following Minifix cam pages.
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Drilling depth = Varies according to cam type and wood thickness 12, 13, 16, 19, 23 and 29 mm.
(see details in ordering tables of the Minifix cam pages)
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Drilling distance B = choice between B 24 (24 mm), B 34 (34 mm) distance between drill hole center to panel edge.
Bolt drill hole = drill hole in panel edge for the connecting bolt Ø5 mm, 7 mm or 8 mm.

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