Frequently Asked Questions About Gas Struts and Gas Springs

You will need to consider force, size, material, mounting and fittings.

Start here: How to choose the right gas strut for your application

Force is based on the weight of the lid or panel and the position of the hinges and mounting points.

To calculate force you will need to know the weight of your lid and how the strut will be mounted.

The first table shows the typical lid weight with the matching gas strut force.

The second table shows the available force ranges based on pressure and rod buckling capability.

Choose the closest force in 10 Newton steps to ensure safe and reliable operation.

Full details: What size gas strut do I need?

Measure the extended length, compressed length and stroke. Also check the end fittings and mounting centres.

Guide here: What size gas strut do I need?

You will need to match length, stroke and force to your application.

Guide here: What size gas strut do I need?

You can choose from adjustable, fixed force, stainless steel or locking Gas Struts depending on your application.

See guide: What type of gas strut do I need?

An adjustable force Gas Strut is supplied fully charged and can have the force reduced during installation using a built-in valve.

Ideal for prototyping and reducing SKUs.

A fixed force Gas Strut is preset at a specific pressure and cannot be adjusted.

A locking Gas Strut includes a valve that allows the strut to hold its position under load.

Gas Struts work best when the rod is pointing down in the closed position. This keeps the internal oil on the seals, which improves service life.

Some can, but performance may vary. Rod-down mounting is recommended wherever possible.

Yes. Replacing only one can cause uneven lifting force and reduced life.

Gas Struts are safe when used correctly. They store high pressure and should never be opened, drilled or heated.

Yes, if you match force, length, stroke and end fittings.

Yes. JET PRESS can cross-reference most part numbers. Contact our team with your existing Gas Strut details.

Standard Gas Struts cannot be refilled and should be replaced when pressure is lost.

Gas Struts are safe when used correctly. They store high pressure and should never be opened, drilled or heated.

Yes. Our Variforce range allows force to be reduced during installation.

We have a stocked range available for immediate dispatch.

Yes, we have a stocked range available for immediate dispatch.

Yes. Samples can be provided for prototyping and test fitting.

Yes. CAD files are available on request to support design work.