Measuring Your Compression Gas Strut
When it comes to replacing your gas strut, it’s important to know the measurements of your current gas strut so we can help find the perfect match for you.
A compression gas strut provides a smooth, controlled motion and is pre-charged to a set force. The rod will contract into the body when you operate the application.
Follow our guide below and note down your measurements. Then send them to us using our ‘gas strut replacement form’, which can be found here. We will match you with the perfect gas strut replacement, hassle-free and accurately!
A step-by-step guide:
- Fully extend the gas strut – ensure the rod is fully extended out from the body.
- Measure the rod diameter of the gas strut – using vernier calipers or a tape measure across the rod
- Measure the body diameter of the gas strut – use vernier calipers or a tape measure across the body.
- Measure the stroke of the gas strut – use a tape measure. This is the length of the rod, not including the threads.
- Measure the extended length of the gas strut – use a tape measure. This is the full length of the gas strut, not including the threads.
- Locate the force of the gas strut – look for the existing strut force which will likely be a numerical value followed by the letter N. If this isn’t displayed, find the weight of your application.
- Measure the length with end fittings attached – this is from the centre of one end fitting to the centre of the other.
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