TAMBOUR DOOR SYSTEMS FOR CREATIVE INTERIOR DESIGNS
C3-VERTICAL APPLICATIONS
such as:– Kitchens– Closet systems– Ready-to-assemble and residential furniture– Office and contract furniture– Secure record storage for the healthcare industry– Retail store fixtures
T ambour Door Systems offer unlimited potential for the creative designer in applications
System features:■ Genuine metal extrusions on a
polymer base for a true metallicfinish
■ soft hinge connects individualslats
■ Color-coordinated systemcomponents
■ Endless design possibilitiesvertical applications
■ Available in aluminum or stainlesssteel finishes
Metallic Line® for trendy metallic tambour door solutions
500 Indeneer Drive, Suite 4 Kernersville, NC 27284 USA
1.800.668.7080 • 336.992.2464 faxwww.efi-us.com
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1 C3 Tambour Mechanism and Extensiona. Available in 6 sizes to fit standard cabinet widthsb. Extensionsaccommodatevirtuallyallcabinet
widths
a.
2 Tambour Doorsa. ChoiceofMetallicLinealuminumandstainless
steel finishes b. Optionalmid-gripsection
3 Handlesa. Availableinlockingandnon-lockingvariationsb. Optionsworkwiththree-orfour-sidedcabinets
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3
4
3
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4
Cross-sectional view of C3 counterbalance system
min. 290
An internal cabinet depth of at least 290 mm is required for installation.
An internal cabinet depth of at least 290 mm is required for installation.
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Recommended Cabinet Sizes for Vertical Applications with C3
Cabinet Height
821/2"(2100mm)74�/4"
68�/4"(1750mm) (1900mm)
55"(1400mm)
411/4"(1050mm)
271/2"(700mm) 2�5/8"(600mm)
1�1/2"(�50mm)
Cabinet Width (mm)
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System Description
TheC�systemfeaturesahigh-quality,
spring-loadedmechanismthatprovides
optimalcounterweightforsuperior,light-
weightoperation.
– Can be adjusted to fit cabinets with dif-
ferentwallthicknesses
– Requiresminimalamountofcabinet
space
– Mid-gripsectionmakeshandling
easierinlargercabinets
Art. see right
1 Mechanism
Cabinet CabinetInside(mm)
550-584
7��-758
750-784
876-910
1029-106�
1181-1215
Outside
24"(600mm)
�0"
�1"(800mm)
�6"
42"
48"
2 Extension
Extensionprovidesfullcoveragefrom
215/8”-471�/16”(550-1215mm)
Art. 455069
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Imagine the Possibilities
Feed component allows smooth tambour transition from the track to the C3 counterbalance system.
Track Cover End Cap Feed Mid Grip HandleCover Profile
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3 mm [#4] screws should be used to attach the surface mounted track.
Track Frame
Art. 780654
19
28.65
1618/19
360
19
15
52
8
45
9
19
27
20
8
Cross sECtions
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Tambourisacomplexprogramwithmany
optionsfordesignandfunction.Contact
us for any support you need as you define
yourprogram.
Grip Handle Glider Standard Grip Handle
ALU: Art. 255050SS: Art. 255051
Left : Art. 455061Right: Art. 455060
Art. 255052 Art. 255053 Art. 455056 Art. 455079 Art. 255055 Art. 255080 Art. 455081
ALU: Art. 255050SS: Art. 255051
Art. 255052 ALU: Art. 255048SS: Art. 255049
Art. 255055
Art. 455079
When Placing Order order we will need
Internal width, height and depth of cabinetType of system (C3 or C6) Finish of tambour (aluminum or stainless steel)If it is a 3 or 4 sided cabinet Locking or none locking handle
Assembly Instructions
System Components
1 C3 Counter Balance Mechanism– Spring-loaded roller– Guide roller– End brackets
2 Tambour Carpet2 Tambour Carpet
3 Handle Profi le
Mid Grip Profi le with Adapter Profi le(optional)
5 Running Track
6 Cover Profi le
7 Accessories– End caps for running track– Handle profi le gliders – Grip handle stops– Sealing profi le
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5
6
1 C3 Counter Balance Mechanism1
2
3 Handle Profile3
Mid Grip Profile with Adapter Profile4
5 Running Track5
6 Cover Profile6
7 Accessories7
min. 290
Fig. 1
An internal cabinet depth of at least 290 mm is required for installation.
Required Number of Tambour Slats Per Cabinet
Tambour Slat Cut Length
Recommended Limits for Cabinet Size
Tambour Carpet Assembly
# Slats = (internal height / slat width*) + starter slats
* Slat width: Metallic Line = 20 mm
Starter slats = (3) plastic slats
Cut slat length = internal width –11 mm
■ Slide individual tambour slats together toconstruct the tambour carpet.
■ Place tambour carpet face down on fl at, clean surface.
■ Apply tambour tape to back of carpet.Distance from cut edges of carpet to the tape should be at least 50 mm.
Pieces of Tape Slat Length (mm) 1 < 300 2 Between 300 and 700 3 > 700
Pieces of Tape Slat Length (mm) 1 < 300 2 Between 300 and 700 3 > 700
2100
1700
1450
1050
Inte
rnal
Hei
ght (
mm
)
400 600 800 1000 1200Internal Width (mm)
Areas of Use
Tambour carpet orientation is important. Starter slats are at the top of the carpet. The open tambour door connection should be at the top of the carpet. (Fig. 4)
Fig. 2
Fig. 4
Fig. 3Fig. 3
Acceptable cabinet size
Limit of application
Limit for Metallic Line
Starter Slats
Tape
C3 Counter Balance
1
After applying the tambour tape, slide the spring-loaded roller with the connector rings over the top tambour profi le.
Carpet orientation should be as shown in Fig. 5.
Caution!Do not pre-load the spring-loaded roller mechanism before it is installed into the cabinet.
Line up the spring-loaded roller and position it until the distance between the right edge of the tambour carpet and the right edge of the spring-loaded roller (marked with an “R”) is 9 mm. (Fig. 6)
Secure tambour to each ring connector with a screw 3 x 13 mm.
Roll the tambour carpet around the spring-loaded roller.
Temporarily tape the rolled up carpet for installation.
Lay the tambour on the table with the adhe-sive tape at the front.
Push the brackets onto the guide roller and spring-loaded roller. (Fig. 7)
The unit is ready for installation.
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
2
9 mm
Attaching the C3 Counter Balance
Internal Cabinet
Width - 25 m
m
Cover Profi le Fabrication
Cut the cover profi le to size. Cut length = internal cabinet width – 25 mm.
Fig. 8Fig. 8
Fig. 9
21.5
42Dowel/Screw 8 mm
8
Fitting the Running TrackFabrication of the lower running track de-pends on whether it is a three- or four-sided cabinet, and the height of the cabinet.
Overall cabinet height
Determine the cupboard style
Countertop unit4-sided
Wall mounted unit4-sided
Countertop unit3-sided
Cut to external height – 1.5 mm
Cut to external height – 3 mm
Cut to external height – 1.5 mm
Fabrication complete. Running track ready for assembly.
Preparing for AssemblyPreparing the CabinetBoth sides of the cabinet are prepared as follows.
Fig. 10
Screw 2.5 mm
* For cabinet heights < 1000 mm** For cabinet heights > 1000 mm** For cabinet heights > 1000 mm
Mark the position of the guide roller and pre-drill a hole 8 mm in diameter. Fit the positioning dowel. (Fig. 9)
Mark the position of the back fi xing hole. Pre-drill a hole 2.5 mm in diameter using the end bracket as a template. Make sure the end bracket as a template. Make sure the end bracket is pushed against the front the end bracket is pushed against the front dowel. (Fig. 10)
A wood or metal cross member should be positioned underneath the front end of the positioned underneath the front end of the end brackets as an upper limit stop for the door (Fig. 10). Another solution is a shelf directly below the C3 system to hide the system. Clearance between the bottom of the rolled up carpet and the shelf must be 10 mm.
110 mm*110 mm* 130 mm** 130 mm**
There should be a minimum gap of 10 mm between the rolled up carpet and the top of the cabinet.
Track FabricationDetermine the length of the running track using the following diagram.
Installation
Installing the Running TracksScrew the running tracks onto the cabinet.
Install top and bottom end cap using pan head screws. (Fig. 11)
Snap on frame cover as shown (Fig. 12 )
3-Sided countertop unit (no bottom board) shown.
Upper limit stop
For reference only
Gap on wall mounted unit should be13 mm from the top and bottom of the cabinet. (Fig. 10)
(Fig. 11)
(Fig. 12)
(Fig. 10)Install valance cover with screws (Fig. 13 )
(Fig. 13)
(Fig. 13)
(Fig. 12) 3
Cabinet Height Cabinet (2300 mm max.)
Width 1000- 1400- 1700- 2000-(mm) 1200 1600 1900 2200
600 3 4 5 6800 4 5 6 71000 5 7 9 111200 4 5 6 8
Assembly of the Handle Profi lePull the carpet out beyond the bottom of the cabinet. Insert the handle profi le. (Fig. 16)
Push the carpet with the handle profi le attached back into the running track.
Note: If using Metallic Line Grip Handle Profi le, travel stops are required. With door partially open, screw stops into the rear of the handle profi le.
Final AssemblyPush the end caps onto the running tracks. Countertop units require 2 end caps for the tops of the tracks. Wall mounted units require 4 end caps.
Fig. 16
Assembly of the Tambour UnitWhen installing the tambour system make sure that the end marked with R is on the right side of the cabinet. Do not pre-tension the tambour unit at this time.
Place the tambour unit onto the positioning dowels with the guide roller at the front of the cabinet, and screw the bracket into the pre-drilled fi xing holes on both sides. (Fig. 13)
Secure the end bracket with two more screws. (Fig. 14)
Pre-tension the rolled up tambour carpet in a counter-clockwise direction. (Fig. 14)
Remove the temporary adhesive tape. Hold the tambour carpet and pull it over the guide roller into the running tracks. (Fig. 15)
Warning!The carpet must be held during this pro-cess, otherwise the pre-tension will cause spinning.
Fig. 13
Fig. 14
Fig. 15
3.5 x 16 mm screws
Cabinet HeightCabinet (2300 mm max.)Width 1000- 1400- 1700- 2000-(mm) 1200 1600 1900 2200
600 3 4 5 6800 4 5 6 71000 5 7 9 111200 4 5 6 8
Width 1000- 1400- 1700- 2000-(mm) 1200 1600 1900 2200
600 3 4 5 6800 4 5 6 71000 5 7 9 111200 4 5 6 8
Width 1000- 1400- 1700- 2000-(mm) 1200 1600 1900 2200
600 3 4 5 6800 4 5 6 71000 5 7 9 111200 4 5 6 8
Width 1000- 1400- 1700- 2000-(mm) 1200 1600 1900 2200
600 3 4 5 6800 4 5 6 71000 5 7 9 111200 4 5 6 8
Pre-tension fi gures in number of turns, tolerance ± 1 turn.Values are approximate. Customer should test the cabinet.
Pre-tension Settings (Reference Only)
Tambour Carpet Installation
There are several ways to install the tam-bour carpet in the cabinet depending on the cabinet design. On some designs the bottom panel can be removed for carpet installation. In some cases it is necessary to “expand” the cabinet. This is done at the center of the cabinet perpendicular to the closing direction, using a piece of wood as aid. The piece of wood should be ap-
proximately 10 mm longer than the internal
width or height of the cabinet, depending on its orientation. The diagram shows this concept for a vertical application.
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Internal width, height and depth of cabinet
When Placing Order order we will need
Type of system (C3 or C6) Finish of tambour (aluminum or stainless steel)If it is a 3 or 4 sided cabinet Locking or none locking handle
Art: 455069
5
"B"
8.0
[.315
]
10.0[.394]
56.0 [2.205]
11.0
[.43
3]
THROUGH HOLE
22.0[.866]
18.0 [.709]
3.5
[.138
]
"A"
Handle Profi le Fabrication
1. Cut LengthSuggested Radial Arm Saw Blade: 10" dia., 40 Tooth, 5/8" Arbor, Smooth Combination
Note: Once fabrication is complete, insert handle profi le gliders into each end of the handle profi le.
Bow handle location depends on customer preference. 2 through holes, 3 mm diameter each, must be drilled into the handle profi le.
Dimensions are in mm [in]
3.5[.138]
22.0[.866]
18.0[.709]
56.0[2.205]
11.0[.433]
Dimensions are in mm
25±0.5 25±0.5
15.5
±0.
2
HOLES REQUIRED FOR STOPS.
Dimensions are in mm [in]
145.0 [5.709]
139.0 [5.472] R20.0 [R.787] (x2)
R3.0 [R.118] (x2)
18.2
[.71
5]
2.5 [.098]2 PLCS
16.0
[.63
0]
47.7
[1.8
78]
18.0 [.709]
49.7
[1.9
57]
Dimensions are in mm [in]
The distance between depends on the bow handle selected (128 or 192 mm).
Metallic Line: Internal width – 14 mm
2. Metallic Line Handle Profi leNotching and Lock Fabrication
“A” - To be determined by customer“B” - Overall cut length
3. Metallic Line Grip Handle Profi leFabrication for Stops (2 required)
4. Handle Profi le Lock Fabrication
5. Shell Grip FabricationShell Grip Art. 221094
6. Bow Handle Fabrication
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