Description
Overview:
This damper / gas strut is a heavy‐duty, gas‐charged support designed for controlled lifting and lowering of panels, lids, hatches, canopies and bonnets on construction, agricultural and garden machinery. Built around a robust steel cylinder with a precision piston rod and a durable black finish, it provides consistent force and smooth motion. Key dimensions are A 610 mm (24 in), B 550 mm (21.7 in) and C 250 mm (9.8 in), with a barrel length of 300 mm (11.8 in). The strut is rated at 400 Newtons for reliable support and stability. It includes M8 male ball ends for straightforward fitting to common brackets and mounts. Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 997 280. Suitable for use on plant canopies, utility vehicle lids, mower engine covers, generator doors and similar equipment requiring dependable motion control.
Key Features:
- 400 N gas-charged strut for steady, controlled opening and closing
- Dimensions: A 610 mm (24 in), B 550 mm (21.7 in), C 250 mm (9.8 in) for broad compatibility
- Barrel length: 300 mm (11.8 in) for balanced stroke and support
- Rod/barrel size: 10/22 mm (rod approx. 0.39 in, barrel approx. 0.87 in) for strength and durability
- M8 male ball ends for quick, secure installation on standard ball studs
- Steel construction with a hardwearing black finish to resist wear and corrosion
- Smooth motion profile helps protect hinges, brackets and panels
- Stable performance for frequent daily use in trade and industrial settings
- Compact form factor for tight installations without sacrificing stroke length
- Compatible with a wide variety of machinery lids, guards and access panels
Typical Applications:
Ideal for lifting and holding canopies, bonnets, engine covers, tool compartment lids, machine guards, storage hatches, generator and compressor doors, trailer lids and agricultural or grounds-care equipment panels. Provides reliable support and controlled movement where safe, hands-free access is needed.
Also known as:
Gas spring, gas ram, lift support, bonnet stay, hatch lift, tailgate strut, lid support, lift assist, pneumatic strut, counterbalance strut, motion control damper.
Alternate Part Numbers:
99-7280, 997280, GS7280
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 997 280 |
|---|---|
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Size | Length (A): 610mm, (B): 550mm C (Rod): 250mm K (Barrel): 300mm, Rod / Barrel Size: 10/22mm, 400 Newtons |
| Key Features | - 400 N gas-charged strut for controlled lifting and lowering - Dimensions: A 610 mm, B 550 mm, C 250 mm - Barrel length: 300 mm for balanced support - M8 male ball ends for easy installation - Steel construction with corrosion-resistant black finish |



