Today the drop-down type firedoor was manufactured, being made up from stainless sheet. The hinges were also fabricated from milled strip and 3/16" rod. There is a heat shield on the inside of the door which adds a bit of weight to keep it closed. A simple handle was riveted to the door, it should be a bit cooler on the fingers.
The hinge block was milled from LG2 gunmetal bar, as I've had a mixed experience drilling small diameter deep holes in copper. The hinge block is to be silver soldered to the backhead.
Happy steaming!
Nigel
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