When fitting gas struts, it’s crucial to achieve the precise gas strut installation angle for maximised product lifespan. This is predominantly vital as all gas springs are lubricated with oil, ensuring the main seal and rod function smoothly. Utilising the strut rod-down ensures that this oil consistently lubricates the seal, bolstering sealing attributes and averting the seal from drying out.
This lubrication also contributes to achieving a pronounced damping effect. Without employing the strut rod-down, the piston avoids the oil towards the end of its extension, negating the damping outcome. Therefore, it’s recommended to always integrate the gas struts rod-down in your designs and maintain an installation angle less than 60 degrees from the vertical.
Typically, the length chosen for gas struts should be approximately 55% of the door height you’re endeavouring to keep ajar. The ideal gas strut installation angle usually ranges between 10° to 30° from the fully closed position.
Calculate the correct gas strut application
Establishing the right gas strut and its fitting technique can be complex. To streamline this process, we’ve devised a complimentary online calculation tool to guide you. Navigate to this page, populate the mandatory fields, and thereafter, you can review and simulate your configuration. Should the need arise, you can promptly order the apt gas struts.
Utilise your mobile for angle assessment
In the absence of a protractor, discerning the precise angle can be challenging. However, most people today possess smartphones that can be pivotal. We offer a free angle measurement tool compatible with smartphones, assisting you in computing the perfect angle for your gas strut application. Discover it here.
Select the ideal gas strut for your concept
As highlighted earlier, our free online calculation tool can assist in pinpointing the exact gas strut for your design.
We present an extensive assortment of premium gas struts, encompassing both steel and stainless steel variations, ranging from a 200N force with an M3.5 thread to 5000N with an M14 thread. For a deeper look, visit the ‘products’ section on our menu.
Moreover, locating a fitting replacement strut for an older model is made simple: just key in the article number here.
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