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APPLICATION GUIDE

Marine & Outdoor Gas Springs

Support hatch, locker and access-panel applications with a material and fitting specification suited to the exposure. Match the complete assembly, including mounting hardware.

Application illustration, not a model-specific fitment diagram
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ApplicationWhere it is usedUseful matching information
Boat hatches & engine coversHatch opening and engine-compartment accessExisting strut; mounting centers; force; end hardware; exposure
Lockers & storageGas-assisted locker and storage coversLid configuration; existing support; dimensions and fittings
Outdoor enclosuresWeather-exposed access panelsWater/salt/chemical exposure; material requirements; installed dimensions
MATCHING NOTES

Specify the environment and the full connection set.

Engine covers, deck hatches and storage lids can expose the gas spring and brackets to water and cleaning products. Specify the material requirements for all components, alongside force and mounting dimensions.

Existing part or drawing

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Lengths, stroke and force

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Required material grades

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End fittings and bracket material

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FOR Marine-parts distributors / Boat builders

A clear parts list makes a clearer quote.

  • Existing part or drawing
  • Lengths, stroke and force
  • Required material grades
  • End fittings and bracket material
  • Exposure conditions
  • Quantity
Gas spring extended and compressed mounting lengths and strokeL1 · fully extendedL2 · fully compressedStroke S = L1 - L2Measure between the same mounting references, with both end fittings included.Schematic. Remaining rod/neck and end-fitting geometry depend on the actual assembly.
PRODUCT CONNECTIONS

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YOUR NEXT STEP

Have a part number, dimensions or a parts list?

Send the reference and quantity for each item. We will match the requirement and prepare a quotation for your order.