Gas springs

We offer 3 types of gas springs: gas pressure springs, gas dampers and gas pulling springs.

All of these are gas-filled mechanical devices that use compressed nitrogen (and sometimes a bit of oil) to generate a force or damping effect. They all work on the same basic principle: a sealed cylinder with a piston rod and pressurized gas inside. But their behavior and purpose differ depending on their design and intended use.

1. Gas Pressure Springs (Gas Struts / Lift Supports). They generate an outward (pushing) force that extends the piston rod automatically.
2. Gas Dampers (Hydraulic Dampers / Gas Motion Dampers). They control the motion speed — not to lift or push, but to slow down movement.
3. Gas Pulling Springs (Tension Gas Springs). They do the opposite of gas pressure springs — they pull the rod inward.

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TypeMotionPurposeCommon Applications
Gas pressure spring Pushes outward Lifts or supports weight Car boot lids, office chairs, machinery covers
Gas damper Resists motion Slows or controls movement Soft-close lids, drawers, furniture, machinery
Gas pulling spring Pulls inward Provides retracting force Compact flaps, seating systems, special mechanisms

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