{"product_id":"heavy-duty-gas-strut-400mm-600n-pair-m6-threaded-ball-joint-with-4x-l-brackets","title":"Heavy Duty Gas Strut 400mm 600N Pair – M6 Threaded Ball Joint – With 4x L Brackets","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHeavy Duty Gas Strut 400mm 600N Pair – M6 Threaded Ball Joint – With 4x L Brackets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #1f7a3d; color: #ffffff; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✓ IN STOCK – FAST UK DISPATCH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e400mm 600N heavy duty gas strut pair\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for external lid support where secure mounting, controlled lift and reliable daily use are more important than decorative furniture styling. It is supplied as a matched pair with \u003cstrong\u003eM6 threaded ball joints and 4x steel L brackets\u003c\/strong\u003e for a strong, practical installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis setup is intended for heavier external lids where balanced lift assistance and predictable closing matter. It works well on storage, vehicle and workshop applications where repeated opening cycles are common.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForce Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 600N per strut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1200N per pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStroke:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd Fitting:\u003c\/strong\u003e M6 Threaded Ball Joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracket Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 × Steel L Mounting Brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupply:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair of 2 gas struts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Fit Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model sits within our \u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Duty Gas Struts\u003c\/strong\u003e category and is intended for projects where the lid needs stable assisted opening rather than a light spring action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTool box lids and steel site boxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor storage compartments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVehicle lockers and side access covers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorkshop cabinets and service panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact machinery covers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLid Matching Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended lid depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500–800mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable lid weight (lid only):\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–110kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse these figures as a starting point. Final performance will depend on hinge location, bracket geometry, opening angle and how the lid weight is distributed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to Check Before You Choose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the lid drops under its own weight, the selected force is too low.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the lid feels difficult to shut, the selected force is too high.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways base selection on the \u003cstrong\u003elid-only weight\u003c\/strong\u003e, not the full box or enclosure weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm that there is enough internal clearance for the strut body and bracket movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your lid has a short opening arc or light front edge, a lower rating than 600N may provide easier closing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse one gas strut on each side of the lid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the upper fixing point roughly \u003cstrong\u003e20–30% from the hinge line\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the lower bracket to a rigid frame, inner wall or structural side panel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor proper operation, the struts should remain \u003cstrong\u003eslightly compressed when the lid is fully closed\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCorrect mounting geometry improves opening control, reduces stress on hinges and helps the pair work evenly across both sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy This Kit Works Well\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides controlled support for heavier lids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce sudden lid drop during access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports a more secure through-fix mounting style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves confidence on external and workshop installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied as a complete pair with matching brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 × Heavy duty gas struts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 × Steel L brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM6 threaded ball joint hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAUTORCE Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast UK dispatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality-checked components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day returns on unused items\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResponsive customer support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e400mm 600N gas strut pair\u003c\/strong\u003e is a solid choice for storage lids, access covers and heavy-duty external applications where dependable support matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AUTORCE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56172206981499,"sku":"2x600N-400MM-BJ-BRACKET-9","price":24.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/6933\/7892\/files\/heavy-duty-gas-strut-300mm-400n-pair-m6-threaded-ball-joint-with-4x-l-brackets-1.png?v=1773877771","url":"https:\/\/autorce.co.uk\/products\/heavy-duty-gas-strut-400mm-600n-pair-m6-threaded-ball-joint-with-4x-l-brackets","provider":"Autorce","version":"1.0","type":"link"}