What type of gas strut will I need
Components Direct will help you decide on the correct Gas Strut for your application!
What is a gas strut?
Gas Struts, also known as Gas Springs, provide a direct support mechanism for safely lifting, lowering, re-positioning, and counterbalancing different weights. Gas Struts are used in various industries and applications. Some examples include; commercial vehicles, machine guards, enclosures, marine, agricultural equipment, caravans, leisure and sports.
How does a gas strut work?
Gas Struts are closed systems that are charged with inert Nitrogen gas. As the rod is pushed into the tube the available gas volume is reduced and the gas contained in the spring is compressed. This increases the pressure (or resistance to force applied) and this compression of gas creates the spring-like behaviour. A small path through the piston enables the gas to flow across the piston and provides the means of controlling the speed of the spring as it is depressed and extended.
Bespoke gas struts
We offer a wide range of Gas Struts / Gas Springs for you to choose from below, however, we can provide custom made Gas Struts to suit individual applications.
If you require further information on custom-made Gas Struts for your application please download and complete this Gas Strut Application Enquiry Form.
Please return the form to webenquiries@comdir.co.uk
Need to know what size?
Standard - vari-lift
An adjustable force version of the Swift & Sure is designed to be de-gassed whilst in position on your application. Vari-Lift is ideal for low volume applications where the required force is not known. Vari-Lift gas struts are ideal for prototyping and initial set-up of new applications, prior to specifying a fixed-force gas strut for volume production.
- Easy adjustment to any force within range
- No need to calculate force
- Gas can be gradually released via the Vari-Lift valve at the end of the tube
- Simple adjustment using standard tool supplied
- Charged to their maximum force during manufacture and can be adjusted after installation
- Ideal for prototyping and short production runs
- Ideal where application weights vary
- Available in stainless steel
ECONOLOC
This is a compression Gas Spring (All of our standard gas-springs are compression gas springs), available in fixed-force or vari-lift versions, fitted with a safety locking shroud which automatically engages when the spring is fully extended and prevents the spring from compressing. This protects the operator from potential injury in the event of overload or misuse or loss of gas pressure. The Econoloc is manually released by applying thumb pressure to the shroud, allowing the gas spring to be compressed as normal. Ideal for applications such as truck hatches, construction machinery, switch gear and agricultural equipment where the added safety feature is required.
- Removes the need for separate safety rods in critical lift-assist operations
- Operates automatically
- Safe and easy to use
- One Econoloc is fitted per pair of springs
- Self-contained unit
- Maintenance free
Standard vari-lift gas Strut camloc kits
These Standard Vari-Lift Camloc Gas Strut Kits comprises a pair of Gas Struts fitted with ball joint connectors and supplied with eyelets to provide the flexibility of using either mounting option to suit your application.
Kit includes:
- 2 x Gas Struts
- 4 x Ball Joint Connectors
- 4 x Nylon Eyelets
- 1 x Allen Key
- Instructions Sheet
Cam-stay
This is an easy-to-use manually operated telescopic multi-positional stay designed to support up to 135kg. With a fixed holding position it provides quick and simple positioning and is ideally suited for a wide range of applications. The telescopic multi-positioning Cam-Stays are universal and can be mounted with the holding slots mounted up or down. Mounting of the stays can either be directly to your application through the holes or by mounting brackets. Examples of applications include medical bed and chair footrests.
- Maintenance free
- Simple Installation
- Supports up to 135kg
- Up to 10 Positions
- Life Expectancy: 20,000 Locks
ENQUIRE ABOUT THE CORRECT GAS STRUT FOR YOUR APPLICATION
If you require further information on the correct Gas Strut for your application please download and complete this Gas Strut Application Enquiry Form.
Please return the form to webenquiries@comdir.co.uk, alternatively please speak to our sales team on +44 1623 788 400.