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Gas Springs

Gas Springs

Open lids, covers, windows, conveyors, and seats—similar to a hatchback on a car

Add-a-Fitting Gas Springs

Add-a-Fitting Gas Springs

Threaded to fit into any combination of end fittings, studs, and mounting brackets

Corrosion-Resistant Gas Springs

Corrosion-Resistant Gas Springs

Stainless steel to resist rust in damp environments

Gas Springs With Eyelet Fittings

Gas Springs With Eyelet Fittings

Come with an eyelet fitting on each end for mounting

Corrosion-Resistant Add-a-Fitting Gas Springs

Corrosion-Resistant Add-a-Fitting Gas Springs

Stainless steel to resist rust in damp environments, and threaded ends to add fittings

Pulling Gas Springs

Pulling Gas Springs

Work in the opposite direction of other gas springs to close covers, hoods, and doors

Adjustable-Force Gas Springs

Adjustable-Force Gas Springs

A bleed valve releases gas to permanently reduce the force to the level you need

Corrosion-Resistant Adjustable-Force Gas Springs with Eyelet Fittings

Corrosion-Resistant Adjustable-Force Gas Springs with Eyelet Fittings

Stainless steel resists rust and a bleed valve permanently reduces force

Long-Life Gas-Spring-Style Mechanical Springs

Long-Life Gas-Spring-Style Mechanical Springs

No seals to fail or gas to leak

High-Force Gas Springs

High-Force Gas Springs

Often used to replace coil springs for more force in metal stamping and die-spring applications

Color-Coded High-Force Gas Springs

Color-Coded High-Force Gas Springs

Color coded by force to help you choose the correct replacement

Remote-Release Gas Springs

Remote-Release Gas Springs

Pair with a control to stop and release the spring anywhere along the stroke

Locking Gas Springs

Locking Gas Springs

Lock automatically when fully extended so they can't close until it's safe to do so

Corrosion-Resistant Long-Life Gas-Spring-Style Mechanical Springs

Corrosion-Resistant Long-Life Gas-Spring-Style Mechanical Springs

Stainless steel to resist rust in wet environments, and work without seals or gas

High-Temperature Gas Springs

High-Temperature Gas Springs

A heat-resistant seal withstands temperatures up to 392° F

Corrosion-Resistant Gas Springs With Eyelet Fittings

Corrosion-Resistant Gas Springs With Eyelet Fittings

Stainless steel to resist rust in damp environments, and eyelet end fittings for mounting

Adjustable-Force Locking Gas Springs

Adjustable-Force Locking Gas Springs

A bleed valve permanently reduces force, and they lock automatically when fully extended

Corrosion-Resistant Locking Gas Springs

Corrosion-Resistant Locking Gas Springs

Stainless steel resists rust and they lock automatically when fully extended

Corrosion-Resistant Adjustable-Force Locking Gas Springs

Corrosion-Resistant Adjustable-Force Locking Gas Springs

Stainless steel resists rust, a bleed valve reduces force, and lock when fully extended

Other Products

Gas Spring Mounts

Gas Spring Mounts

Attach gas springs to panels, lids, and doors using a bracket or stud

Gas Spring End Fittings

Gas Spring End Fittings

Connect gas springs to mounting studs and brackets

Speed Limiters

Control the speed of movement for attached components such as doors, panels, and drill presses

Rod Ends

Use with connecting rods to support loads and control steering, tensioning, or pivoting motion

Rod End Nuts

Attach to rods, pipe, and tubing to make pivot and hinge points

Gas Spring Safety Clips

Gas Spring Safety Clips

To keep gas springs securely mounted, replace safety clips in ball socket end fittings for gas springs

Door Closers

Automatically and smoothly pull doors, storm doors, and gates closed

Bellows

Prevent dust and debris from damaging moving parts

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