How to Use the eitech Angle 1x1-Hole With Long Hole in Builds
By eitech Metallbaukasten | Published: 2026-11-05
Category: ハウツーガイド
Learn how to use the eitech Angle 1x1-Hole (2x long hole) for adjustable corner reinforcement. Get a step-by-step process and avoid common mistakes.
Quick answer
Use the eitech Angle 1x1-Hole (2x long hole) when you need a corner joint that can slide before final tightening. Place the round hole as your fixed pivot and use the long hole to absorb alignment differences between two parts.
Why the long hole changes how you tighten
A standard angle bracket locks two parts at a fixed distance. The long hole on this eitech part lets you adjust the angle or position slightly before the screw is fully tightened. That makes it useful for frames that are not perfectly square or for subassemblies you want to align by eye.
The trade-off is that a long hole offers less resistance to sliding under vibration or heavy load than a round hole. For permanent, load-bearing joints, tighten firmly and check periodically.
When to choose a fixed angle instead
If your build needs a rigid, repeatable corner with no adjustment, a fixed angle bracket with two round holes is simpler and less likely to shift. Use the long-hole angle only where you genuinely need play during assembly.
Step-by-step: installing the angle with long hole
- Identify the fixed and adjustable sides: Decide which part of your build should stay fixed. Put the round hole on that side and the long hole on the part you need to slide or align. Mark the fixed side with a pencil if you might forget during assembly.
- Start the round-hole screw first: Insert and lightly tighten the screw through the round hole. This creates a pivot point so the angle can rotate slightly while you align the other side. Do not fully tighten yet; leave the screw snug but movable.
- Slide the long hole to align: Position the second part so its hole lines up within the long slot. Move it until the overall frame looks square or the parts meet as intended. Check diagonals of the frame to confirm squareness before final tightening.
- Tighten both screws firmly: Hold the alignment and tighten the round-hole screw first, then the long-hole screw. Use a screwdriver that fits the slot to avoid slipping. Re-check the joint after tightening; the long hole can shift if you overtighten unevenly.
- Test for movement: Gently try to move the joint by hand. If it slides, tighten the long-hole screw a little more or add a second angle bracket for extra stability. For vibrating models, consider a locking washer or a second bracket.
Product facts
- Angle 1x1-hole (2x long hole): The eitech Angle 1x1-hole (2x long hole) has one round hole on one side and a long hole on the other. This lets you fix one side solidly while adjusting the other side to match your build.
Angle 1x1-hole (2x long hole)
