Industrial Access Gas Struts 500mm 600N – M6 Threaded Ball Joint – 4x L Mounting Brackets (Pair)
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Built for industrial lids and access panels, this 500mm 600N gas strut pair delivers dependable opening support for maintenance hatches, inspection doors, machine covers and framed enclosure lids. It is suited to deeper equipment lids, heavy access covers, industrial boxes and long framed panel installations.
Unlike generic furniture lift supports, this AUTORCE set is configured for industrial access applications where repeatable lift force, secure fixing and stable opening behaviour matter.
Technical Specification
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Force Rating: 600N per strut (1200N total support)
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Extended Length: 500mm
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Stroke: 210mm
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End Fitting: M6 Threaded Ball Joint
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Thread Size: M6
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Mounting Kit: 4 × Steel L Mounting Brackets
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Supply: Matched pair (2 gas struts)
Typical Industrial Applications
This longer strut length is a better fit where deeper lids need more travel and a broader opening arc.
- Electrical control cabinets
- Machine inspection panels
- Generator or compressor service lids
- Metal toolbox and storage box lids
- Industrial enclosure covers
- Framed aluminium or steel access panels
The included 90° L mounting brackets support installations where the strut needs to fix between the internal frame and the underside of the lid.
Recommended Lid Size & Weight Range
Based on the supplied setup guidance, this 600N configuration is typically suited to:
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Suitable lid weight (lid only): 60–110kg
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Recommended lid depth: 650–1000mm
Actual lifting performance depends on hinge placement, bracket geometry, lid material and centre of gravity.
Installation Principles
For correct gas strut performance, the struts should remain slightly compressed when the lid is fully closed. This preload helps deliver smooth opening assistance from the first movement.
- Install one strut on each side of the lid
- Mount the upper bracket roughly 20–30% down from the hinge
- Fix the lower bracket to the inner frame or side wall of the enclosure
- Check that the strut sits under slight compression when shut
Correct mounting geometry improves opening control and helps maximise service life.
M6 Threaded Ball Joint System
This model uses a thread-through M6 ball joint design that passes through the bracket and secures with a nut for a tighter, more industrial-style installation.
Compared with lighter clip-on systems, the threaded setup offers:
- Higher fixing security
- Better rigidity on metal frames
- Reduced movement during repeated opening cycles
- Improved durability in workshop and site conditions
Choosing the Correct Force
Select the force to match both lid weight and mounting geometry.
- If the lid is too heavy, move to a higher Newton rating.
- If the lid is too light, the struts may push upward too aggressively.
- For heavier steel lids, AUTORCE customers often choose models in the 600N–600N range depending on lid depth and hinge position.
If you are unsure, use the lid-only weight and lid depth ranges above as the starting point for selection.
Why Use Gas Struts on Industrial Access Panels?
- Helps prevent sudden lid drops
- Reduces strain on hinges and fixings
- Improves maintenance safety
- Keeps service panels supported while open
- Makes repeated access more controlled and professional
Durability & Construction
AUTORCE industrial gas struts are produced from durable steel with a corrosion-resistant finish for workshop, garage, vehicle body and general industrial environments.
Each pair is matched to provide consistent lift support across both sides of the lid.
Package Contents
- 2 × Gas struts (matched pair)
- 4 × L mounting brackets
- Threaded ball joint hardware
AUTORCE Reliability Guarantee
- Quality-checked components
- Fast UK dispatch
- 30-day returns on unused items
- Responsive customer support
AUTORCE industrial access gas struts are designed to deliver dependable lid support for service covers, plant enclosures and access panel installations.
