What are STRUNOX™ Gas Strut?

STRUNOX™ 316 is Marine Grade Stainless Steel Gas Strut compared to the more common 304 Strut or standard Mild Steel Struts. Making it more unique as it benefits greately from resistance to chlorides such as salt water and chemicals. These applications include marine, outdoor enclosures, food preparation areas, agricultural machinery and any application that you require higher finish.

The STRUNOX™ 316 Grade Stainless Steel Gas Strut are used in these cases as the seal is also protected from indentation and cracks. As there no paint or coating to chip or break allowing the stainless properties to be superior then standard struts.

Where to buy STRUNOX™ 316 Stainless Steel Gas Sruts in the UK?

Our extensive STRUNOX™ 316 Grade Stainless Steel Gas strut products can be purchased through the website and in store. Dispatched from our warehouse the same day to mainland United Kingdom customers, orders before 2pm. STRUNOX™ range covers 316 Grade Stainless Steel Fixed Force Gas Struts, Adjustable Force Gas Struts, End Fittings and Mounting Brackets. If you are nearby, you’re welcome to visit us.

Where to use STRUNOX™ 316 Stainless Steel Gas Struts?

There are many various types of application that require STRUNOX™ 316 stainless steels struts such as:

• Marine and boating
• Agriculture
• Coastal and seafront
• Food, drink, and dairy processing
• Pharmaceutical, medical, and laboratory
• Swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs
• Chemical plants
• Outdoor utility enclosures
• Specialist vehicles
• Offshore and renewables

STRUNOX™ 316 – Fixed Force Stainless Steel Gas Struts: When do I need one?

Choosing a STRUNOX™ 316 Grade Stainless Steel Fixed Force Gas Struts are suitable when the force is known. The rating can be read from the body of the old one, in Newtons, for example 300N or when you are building a batch for the same application and the force has already been proven on the first unit. Fixed force struts are the most common choice, as they are used to directly replace exisitng struts with new and efficient ones.

STRUNOX™ 316 – Adjustable Force Stainless Steel Gas Struts: When do I need one?

A STRUNOX™ 316 Grade Adjustable Force Stainless Steel Gas Struts are supplied with a preset force of 700N, with a release valve fitted. This allows gas to be let out in small stages until the pressure that you require it to be.

Choose adjustable force gas struts for a new or one off application where the force is unknown, for a prototype, for a DIY made lid or hatch.

STRUNOX™ 316 – Adjustable Force Stainless Steel Gas Struts: How to release pressure?

With STRUNOX™ 316 Stainless Steel Adjustable Force Gas Strut, you might need to release some pressure from them to reach the force you need before operating the application.

Below are the steps to reduce the pressure in the gas struts:

• First, you will need to fit the STRUNOX™ onto your application. Also, please make sure the strut is fitted tube side up when it is fully extended.
• Then try to operate, if the STRUNOX™ gas strut are not closing at all, use a 2mm Allen key to release pressure on each strut for about a second at a time.
• After doing this, attempt to close the application again. If they still feel stiff, repeat the process until you reach your desired force.
• Only unscrew it until you hear gas releasing.
• Please note that you must be very careful not to open the grub screw too much as it may result in too much gas being released along with making it extremely difficult to put the screw back on.

How do I find the correct pressure for my gas struts?

Normally the pressure of the gas strut is printed on the body of the strut followed by N (newton), E.g. 450N. If the marking has worn off, or you are building a new application, it is recommended using an adjustable force strut.