15-6 V 340-150 Variable Force Gas Spring

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  • Product code
    Product Description
  • 15-6 V 340-150
    15-6 V 340-150 Variable Force Gas Spring
  • B0
    Ball Joint End Fitting with 6mm Thread Full Range-M5-22mm-8
  • B1
    Ball Joint End Fitting with 6mm Thread Full Range-M6-18mm-10
  • B2
    Ball Joint End Fitting with 6mm Thread Full Range-M6-20mm-10
  • B3
    Ball Joint End Fitting with 6mm Thread Full Range-M6-25mm-10
  • B4
    Ball Joint End Fitting with 6mm Thread Full Range-M6-30mm-10
  • B5
    Ball Joint End Fitting with 6mm Thread Full Range-M8-18mm-10
  • B6
    Ball Joint End Fitting with 6mm Thread Full Range-M8-20mm-10
  • B7
    Ball Joint End Fitting with 6mm Thread Full Range-M8-25mm-10
  • B8
    Ball Joint End Fitting with 6mm Thread Full Range-M8-30mm-10
  • PB1
    Plastic Ball Joint End Fittings with 6mm Thread full range-M6-18mm-10mm
  • PB2
    Plastic Ball Joint End Fittings with 6mm Thread full range-M6-25mm-10mm
  • PB3
    Plastic Ball Joint End Fittings with 6mm Thread full range-M8-18mm-10mm
  • PB4
    Plastic Ball Joint End Fittings with 6mm Thread full range-M8-25mm-10mm
  • E0
    Eye End Fitting with 6mm Thread full range-6mm-17mm
  • E1
    Eye End Fitting with 6mm Thread full range-8.5mm-18mm
  • E2
    Eye End Fitting with 6mm Thread full range-8.5mm-20mm
  • E3
    Eye End Fitting with 6mm Thread full range-8.5mm-22mm
  • E4
    Eye End Fitting with 6mm Thread full range-8.5mm-25mm
  • E5
    Eye End Fitting with 6mm Thread full range-8.5mm-30mm
  • C1
    Clevis Fork with 0.24in Thread C1
  • RE8
    Rose Eye End Fitting with 0.24in Thread
  • BC2
    Black Plastic Ball Sockets with M6 Threads for 0.39in Diameter Balls
  • BC4
    M6 Ball sockets in Black Chrome or Galvanised Steel for 0.39in Balls-Black Chrome Plated Steel
  • BC5
    M6 Ball sockets in Black Chrome or Galvanised Steel for 0.39in Balls-Galvanised Steel
  • L-E3
    Type 4 Eye End Fittings with 6mm Thread-0.24in
  • L-E4
    Type 4 Eye End Fittings with 6mm Thread-0.32in
  • L-E11
    Type 5 Eye End Fittings with 6mm Thread-0.51in
  • L-E13
    Type 5 Eye End Fittings with 6mm Thread-0.63in
  • BRK-1
    BRK-1 0.39in Right Angle Bracket with 1.26in Fixing Centres
  • BRK-2
    BRK-2 0.39in Circular Bracket with 0.79in Fixing Centres
  • BRK-3
    BRK-3 0.39in Triangular Bracket with 0.89in Fixing Centres
  • BRK-4
    BRK-4 0.39in Circular Bracket with 1.61in Fixing Centres
  • BRK-5
    BRK-5 0.39in Right Angle Bracket with 1.02in Fixing Centres
  • BRK-052-L
    BRK-052-L 0.39in Internal Right Angle Bracket with 1.99in Fixing Centres
  • BRK-052-R
    BRK-052-R 0.39in External Right Angle Bracket with 1.99in Fixing Centres
  • BRK-6
    BRK-6 0.39in Internal Right Angle Bracket with 1.50in Fixing Centres
  • BRK-6R
    BRK-6R 0.39in External Right Angle Bracket with 1.50in Fixing Centres
  • BRK-7
    BRK-7 0.39in Triangular Bracket with 2.17in Fixing Centres
  • BRK-10
    BRK-10 0.39in Triangular Bracket with 1.26in Fixing Centres
  • BRK-4B
    BRK-4B 0.31in Circular Bracket with 1.61in Fixing Centres
  • BRK-7B
    BRK-7B 0.31in Triangular Bracket with 2.17in Fixing Centres
  • BRK-8-90
    BRK-8-90 0.31in U Shaped Bracket with 2.01in Fixing Centres
  • BRK-12
    BRK-12 0.39in Right Angle Bracket with 2.17in Fixing Centres
  • C1CLIP
    C1CLIP 0.24in Clevis Fork Clip
  • DC-SD01
    0.24in Rod Dust Cover for 0.59in Body Gas Springs
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Stroke 5.91in
Extended Length 13.39in
Rod Diameter 0.24in
Body Diameter 0.59in
Force Range 6.74 - 89.92lbs

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

For standard compression gas springs we advise the use of ball joints to alleviate possible side loading, and uneven wearing of the piston rod/seals. Install the strut, piston rod down, for optimum lubrication of the guide and sealing system at all times. Always install the strut in its relaxed state. It is advisable to keep the strut in a single plane of movement. Failure to adhere to this advice may result in a reduced lifespan of the strut. Ensure that the end fittings are tightly fastened onto the thread of the gas springs prior to fitting. If the end fittings require aligning, the piston rod of the gas spring can rotate inside the body (cylinder). Place and hold the piston end fixing on a flat surface, grip the cylinder and firmly twist it until the end fitting is aligned correctly.

FITTING BRACKETS

When utilising a bracket with a ball stud/end, the procedure to fit it to the relevant ball joint fitting is as follows:

  • Remove the retaining clip from the ball socket by rotating it from around the collar of the socket, and then pull it out from the two locating holes.
  • Ensure the ball socket is fully tightened onto the thread of the strut. Then, using a vice or pair of pliers, grip the ball stud and with a rotating motion, remove the ball stud from the socket.

FORCE ADJUSTMENT

  • Fit the gas springs with the cylinder uppermost; this prevents oil escaping while venting, and keeps the internal seals lubricated for optimum lifespan.
  • Using the allen key provided, undo the grub screw anti-clockwise a quarter turn and vent gas for 1 second, retightening the grub screw. Do not over tighten the grub screw.
  • Repeat this process on the second gas spring, venting an equal amount. Only release the pressure in short bursts to avoid venting too much gas. Each 1 second burst will lower the force by approximately 20N - 50N depending on the range.
  • Test the application by attempting to close the panel and repeat the venting process if the struts are still too powerful.
  • Once the gas springs have been adjusted, gently brush the grub screw with washing up liquid. If gas can be seen bubbling through the liquid then the grub screw requires further tightening.

For advice on how to safely mount gas springs call our technical line: +1 (860) 584-0594.

Gas springs are filled with high pressure nitrogen, they should be protected from damage; never open, modify, drill, weld or subject gas springs to excessive heat.