---
product_id: 276536750
title: "Blum Retro-Fit Blumotion Soft Close Piston & Adapter Plate System (Hinge Side) 970A1002 (2)"
brand: "blum"
price: "$31.87"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 4
category: "Blum"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/276536750-blum-retro-fit-blumotion-soft-close-piston-and-adapter-plate
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
---

# Whisper-quiet closing action Retro-fit soft close upgrade Hinge-side & side panel compatible Blum Retro-Fit Blumotion Soft Close Piston & Adapter Plate System (Hinge Side) 970A1002 (2)

**Brand:** blum
**Price:** $31.87
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔧 Upgrade your cabinets to whisper-quiet luxury with Blum Retro-Fit Soft Close!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Blum Retro-Fit Blumotion Soft Close Piston & Adapter Plate System (Hinge Side) 970A1002 (2) by blum
- **How much does it cost?** $31.87 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/276536750-blum-retro-fit-blumotion-soft-close-piston-and-adapter-plate)

## Best For

- blum enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted blum brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Heavy-Duty Ready:** Use two pistons per door for taller or heavier cabinets—engineered to handle demanding setups with ease.
- • **Adaptive Closing Force:** Self-adjusting piston tailors closing speed and strength to door size and weight for perfect performance every time.
- • **Quiet Luxury Experience:** Eliminate slams and creaks with whisper-quiet operation that elevates your kitchen’s ambiance.
- • **Effortless Retrofit Upgrade:** Transform your cabinets with smooth Blumotion soft-close technology—no full hinge replacement needed.
- • **Dual Installation Flexibility:** Fits seamlessly on hinge side or inside cabinet side panel with supplied adapter plate for versatile mounting.

## Overview

The Blum 970A1002 Retro-Fit Blumotion Soft Close Piston & Adapter Plate System offers a simple, cost-effective way to upgrade traditional cabinet hinges with smooth, quiet soft-close action. Designed for hinge-side installation, it includes an adapter plate for flexible mounting and features a self-adjusting mechanism that adapts closing force based on door size and weight. Ideal for cabinets with sprung hinges, it supports heavier doors by using multiple pistons per door.

## Description

The Blum 970A1002 Soft‑Close Piston with Adapter Plate offers a cost‑effective upgrade to traditional hinge setups, delivering the renowned Blumotion soft‑closing action for a smoother, quieter cupboard experience. Perfectly designed for hinge‑side installation, each nylon piston effortlessly fits into a 10 mm hole in the cabinet side panel or the supplied adapter plate to simplify fitment. Its self‑adjusting mechanism regulates closing force according to door weight and size, using two units per door when necessary for heavier or taller applications.

Review: Really good. Works fine. Easy to fit. Recommend.
Review: dimension parfaite piston trop résistant se qui empêche la fermeture complète de la porte.

## Features

- Retro-fit soft close for cabinets
- Fits on hinge side of cabinet
- Adapter plate supplied to attach to cabinet
- Can also be inserted into side of cabinet (10x50mm hole)
- Suitable for cabinets with sprung hinges

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B082J55VSY |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Customer Reviews | 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars (11) |
| Date First Available | October 24, 2018 |
| Finish | Unfinished |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 2 |
| Item model number | 970A1002 |
| Manufacturer | Blum |
| Mounting Type | Face Mount |
| Number Of Pieces | 2 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Blum
- **Finish Type:** Unfinished
- **Manufacturer:** Blum
- **Mounting Type:** Face Mount
- **UPC:** 795152724682

## Images

![Blum Retro-Fit Blumotion Soft Close Piston & Adapter Plate System (Hinge Side) 970A1002 (2) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61+DeaAHZ3L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: are there installation instructions?**
A: Nope. The “plunger has about 1/8 give. Measure twice screw once!

**Q: Can I buy the piston separately**
A: Yes you can from other listing

**Q: Are they adjustable?**
A: Both the piston and anchor plate are not adjustable. Therefore you have to be careful to measure exactly where you want to position / screw the system.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by M***L on April 13, 2021*

Really good. Works fine. Easy to fit. Recommend.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by P***I on August 24, 2024*

dimension parfaite piston trop résistant se qui empêche la fermeture complète de la porte.

### ⭐ Review
*by P***H on April 18, 2021*

These don't work as the "plunger" mechanism to far to strong and won't allow the door to close at all.

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*Product available on Desertcart United States of America*
*Store origin: US*
*Last updated: 2026-05-10*