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    Ultra-Shock-Absorbing Rubber Compression Springs

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Compression Springs. Ultra-Shock-Absorbing Rubber Compression Springs.
    Best for taking the hardest hits with minimal compression, these stout springs absorb more shock than any other spring we offer. The largest absorbs 17,000 in·lbf of energy, which is the force of a 20-lb. sledgehammer strike. Made from a polyester/rubber blend, they stay springy longer than metal and plastic springs—with documented cases up to one million cycles. They also stand up to oils, fuels, and mild cleaning solutions.
    Secure by inserting a fastener through the hole at the base.
    Hardness—As the durometer gets higher, the springs absorb more energy but compress less.
    Lg.
    OD
    ID
    Compressed Lg.
    @ Max. Load
    Compressed OD @
    Max. Load
    Max. Load,
    lb.
    Energy Cap.,
    in·lbf
    Hardness
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    1.63"1.6"0.93"0.85"2.17"900400Durometer 40D-40 to 1209732K82000000

    Extension Springs

    The farther you stretch these springs, the harder they pull to bring the two ends back together. They're commonly used to tension cable, return an air cylinder to its starting point, or hold a door closed.
    Loop End—The most secure attachment method. With fully closed loops, there's no risk of slipping off.
    Hook End—Hook into closed holes, such as hanger bolt eyes. These springs work best when kept under tension, as they're more likely to slip off than loop-end springs when tension is released. Also known as machine hook ends.
    Corrosion-Resistant 302 Stainless Steel—Won’t corrode from exposure to moisture and mild chemicals, including ammonia often found in cleaning solutions. These springs are easier to extend than steel, but can’t handle as high a load.
    Minimum Load—The amount of force required to start extending the spring.
    Maximum Load—The amount of force required to fully extend the spring.
    Load,
    lb.
    Lg.
    OD
    Wire
    Dia.
    Extended Lg.
    @ Max. Load
    Min.
    Max.
    Spring Rate,
    lbf/in
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Loop End
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Extension Springs. Loop End.
     
    Corrosion-Resistant 302 Stainless Steel
    1.63"0.18"0.018"4.33"0.11.10.3819065K56900000
     
    Hook End
    Image of Product. Side1 orientation. Extension Springs. Hook End.
     
    Corrosion-Resistant 302 Stainless Steel
    1.63"0.25"0.025"3.73"0.32.10.8719433K4680000
    1.63"0.25"0.032"2.83"0.84.73.1619433K4670000
     

    90° Angle Ball Stud Mounting Brackets for Gas Springs

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Gas Spring Mounts. 90° Angle Ball Stud Mounting Brackets for Gas Springs, Style 8.

    Style 8

    Mount your gas spring in almost any position: attach a ball socket end fitting (sold separately) onto the ball of one of these mounting brackets. Mount on any panel, lid, or door.
    Overall
    Mounting
    Holes
    Style
    Ball Dia.,
    mm
    For Socket
    ID, mm
    Ball
    Ht.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Thk.
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    No.
    of
    Dia.
    Bracket Material
    Ball Material
    Each
    810100.645"1.63"3.5"0.13"No31/4"Zinc-Plated SteelZinc-Plated Steel9512K145000000

    Ball Studs for Gas Springs

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Gas Spring Mounts. Ball Studs for Gas Springs, Male Thread.

    Male Thread

    Mount your gas spring in almost any position. Attach a ball socket end fitting (sold separately) onto the ball of one of these studs, then mount directly into any panel, lid, or door.
    Male Thread—Screws directly into a tapped hole in your panel or door.
    Female Thread—Accepts a bolt through the panel when tapping the mounting surface is not practical.
    Ball Dia.,
    mm
    For Socket
    ID, mm
    Overall
    Lg.
    Thread
    Lg.
    Thread
    Size
    Thread
    Gender
    Material
    Each
    10101.63"3/4"5/16"-18
    		MaleZinc-Plated Steel9512K6300000
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