Milescraft 1213 Hinge Mate 300 – Complete Door Hinge Installation Kit with Templates for 1-3/8 and 1-3/4 Doors

Overview

Transform door installation with the Milescraft Hinge Mate 300. This complete kit provides drop-in templates to rout hinges, strike plates, and latch plates, helping you install or replace doors without damaging the jamb or frame. It supports standard door thicknesses and common hinge sizes, giving you a versatile solution for interior and exterior projects.

What makes it practical

Designed to simplify alignment and improve accuracy, the kit combines a sturdy steel frame with a drop-in template system. A hardened 1/2 inch router bit with a ball bearing delivers clean, level mortises, while the door thickness selector knob lets you adapt for different door sizes. The centered tabs on each template reduce guesswork, so you can route with confidence.

What’s included

• Hinge mortise templates for square and rounded hinges: 2-1/2, 3, 3-1/2, 4, and 4-1/2 inch hinges
• Strike plate mortise templates: 1-1/8 × 2-3/4, 1-1/2 × 2-1/4, and 1-1/2 × 2-3/4 inches
• Latch plate mortise templates: 1 × 2-1/4, 1-1/8 × 2-1/4, and 1-1/8 × 2-3/4 inches
• Durable tungsten carbide tipped 1/2 inch router bit with ball bearing
• Easy Measure Guide for standard hardware placement
• Sturdy steel template frame with door thickness selector for 1-3/4 and 1-3/8 inch doors
• Drop-in templates with clearly marked mortises
• Reusable clamshell packaging that doubles as storage

Key features and benefits

• Install hinges from 2.5 to 4.5 inches, accommodating common door preparations
• Adjustable cams automatically align templates for 1-3/8 and 1-3/4 inch doors
• Split-weight steel frame can be used on door and jamb with or without the stop installed
• Low-bias routing with a carbide bit for clean mortises and consistent depth
• Dual-position templates enable 5/8 inch or 1/2 inch radius mortises for flexible hinge styling
• Drop-in template design keeps hardware placement simple and repeatable
• Door thickness selector knob ensures proper mortising for different door profiles
• Includes a tungsten carbide router bit with ball bearing—no separate guide bushings needed
• Centered tape measure tabs and an Easy Measure Guide support precise installations
• Reusable packaging provides convenient template storage when not in use

How to use

Set the door thickness with the selector knob, attach the jig to the door or jamb, and drop in the plainly marked template. Route along the template edge with the 1/2 inch bit, then chisel remaining material if needed for square corners. The design aims to minimize guesswork and maximize accuracy without wall damage.

Use cases

Ideal for upgrading hardware on existing doors, hanging new doors, or replacing components while preserving the surrounding jamb. The system supports both interior and exterior doors and a range of hinge sizes, making it a versatile choice for DIYers and professionals alike.

Note: Some templates with square corners may require light chiseling to finish certain mortises.