Would you like to know how to install gas shocks on a lid? Then you have come to the right place at Gasspringsshop. Adjusting, installing and assembling is not difficult, but we are happy to give you 6 tips to make it even easier.
Even if you are still looking for the right gas spring, we are happy to help you. You can use our configurator especially to calculate the correct gas spring for mounting on a lid. Still not sure which gas spring best suits your application? Then go to our calculator. Are you looking for a replacement? Then look for a replacement.
How to install gas shocks on a lid?
How to install gas shocks on a lid? Good question! We are happy to list 6 tips for you, so that you can get started with your job right away.
- Mount the gas spring so that the piston rod is pointing downwards most of the time. This keeps the seal lubricated and the gas spring lasts longer.
- Be careful with the rod (the chrome part of the gas spring). If it is damaged, the seal will quickly break and the gas will run out of the gas spring. The gas spring no longer works. It is best to leave the rod wrapped for packing until after assembly.
- Do not try to push the gas spring by hand to test if it works. You run the risk of shortening the life of the gas spring considerably, because the rod bends.
- When the gas spring has just come out of the packaging, it is often the case that the gas spring does not want to slide in. This is because the seal is a little stuck to the rod due to the length of time it has been in storage. We recommend that you simply mount the gas spring and apply a little extra force to get through this. After this, the gas spring will go a lot smoother.
- Make sure that the gas spring is only loaded in the longitudinal direction. The gas spring may not be loaded transversely. If you use a ball joint on one side of the gas spring, you can prevent this to a large extent. If you do not do this, make sure that the gas spring is properly aligned.
- Make sure that the attachments are properly screwed on. If the attachments do not align for mounting, continue to rotate so the rod rotates in the housing. Do not turn back or the attachment will not “moor” at the rod or body and the threads may break. So:
Time for assembly
When installing a gas spring on a lid, the same questions sometimes arise, such as whether the gas spring is broken if you cannot press it by hand. The answer to this question is probably “no”. Up to a certain number of Newtons, the gas spring can still be pressed by hand, above that not anymore. If you do try this, the gas spring may be bent. Another question that often comes up is whether it is appropriate in which position you mount the gas spring (the other way around is also possible). The answer to this is ‘yes’. The gas spring must be mounted (at rest) with the piston rod downwards. Do you want to know why? View our FAQ. There we have listed more frequently asked questions (with answers, of course). Useful!
Use our configurator or calculator
If you already know for which application the gas spring will be used, you can use our configurator for the right sizes and the like. You can then get started with installing the gas shock on, for example, a lid or other application. Still not sure which gas spring best suits your application? Then go to our calculator. Are you looking for a replacement for your current gas spring in an existing application? Then look for a replacement based on the brand, serial number or other data. With all our tools you will see a real-time 3D drawing. Are you not sure what to do with these tools? Please feel free to contact us. One of our specialists will be happy to help you find the right solution.
