{"id":2172,"date":"1970-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"1969-12-31T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/product\/gas-spring-with-plastic-ball-bushings-081490\/"},"modified":"2025-09-23T14:47:16","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T12:47:16","slug":"gas-spring-with-plastic-ball-bushings-081490","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/product\/gas-spring-with-plastic-ball-bushings-081490\/","title":{"rendered":"Corrosion-resistant gas spring- 081490"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <strong>081490<\/strong> gas spring from <em><strong>Ressorts SPEC<\/strong><\/em> is designed to deliver high performance in demanding marine environments. Built with a <strong>nitrided black carbon steel shaft<\/strong> and fitted with <strong>plastic ball bushing end fittings<\/strong>, it offers a reliable and cost-effective alternative to stainless steel models, while maintaining excellent corrosion resistance.<\/p>\n<p>With a <strong>total extended length of 585 mm<\/strong> including end fittings and a <strong>stroke of 250 mm<\/strong>, this strut provides a robust <strong>400 Newtons of force<\/strong>. It is tested in accordance with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.astm.org\/b0117-19.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ASTM B117<\/a> standard, guaranteeing resistance up to 500 hours of continuous salt spray. This ensures durability and safe operation even in aggressive saline atmospheres encountered on board.<\/p>\n<p>Its compact format and dependable build quality make the 081490 gas spring a trusted solution for marine applications such as hatches, lockers, engine covers, or other onboard elements requiring controlled lifting and dampening.<\/p>\n<h2>Specifications<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Material:<\/strong> Nitrided black carbon steel shaft with plastic ball bushing end fittings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Force:<\/strong> 400N \u2013 suitable for medium to heavy-duty marine applications.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stroke:<\/strong> 250 mm, ensuring smooth extension and compression.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Total length with end fittings:<\/strong> 585 mm.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Total length without end fittings:<\/strong> 549 mm.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Corrosion resistance:<\/strong> Tested up to 500 hours salt spray per <a href=\"https:\/\/www.astm.org\/b0117-19.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ASTM B117<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>End fittings:<\/strong> Plastic ball bushings for lightweight, snap-on installation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Installation \/ Maintenance<\/h2>\n<h3>Installation<\/h3>\n<p>Thanks to its snap-on <strong>plastic ball bushing ends<\/strong>, the 081490 gas spring is quick to install on compatible ball studs. This feature allows a secure and flexible attachment without adding unnecessary weight, making it particularly suited for marine structures.<\/p>\n<h3>Maintenance<\/h3>\n<p>To prolong service life, rinse the gas spring with fresh water after exposure to seawater. Occasional lubrication with silicone spray or marine-grade lanolin is recommended to ensure smooth operation and prevent wear.<\/p>\n<h2>Compatibility<\/h2>\n<p>This gas spring is installed on <a title=\"Jeanneau\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jeanneau.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Jeanneau<\/strong><\/a> and <a title=\"Beneteau Boat\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beneteau.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Beneteau<\/strong><\/a> sailing yachts and motorboats.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-pros-cons-section\">\n<h2>Our review<\/h2>\n<div class=\"product-pros-cons-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"product-pros_cons product-pros\">\n<h3>\u2714 Pros<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pros-cons-list\">\n<li>Strong 400N force suitable for heavier onboard applications.<\/li>\n<li>Cost-effective nitrided carbon steel alternative to stainless steel.<\/li>\n<li>Tested up to 500 hours in salt spray per ASTM B117.<\/li>\n<li>Plastic ball bushings simplify installation and reduce weight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-pros_cons product-cons\">\n<h3>\u2718 Cons<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pros-cons-list\">\n<li>Carbon steel offers less corrosion resistance than full stainless steel models.<\/li>\n<li>Plastic end fittings less robust under extreme mechanical stress.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-pros_cons product-conclusion\">\n<h3>Conclusion<\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>081490 gas spring<\/strong> is an excellent choice for boaters seeking a reliable, affordable, and corrosion-resistant support solution. Its 400N force and marine-grade protection make it ideal for use on <strong>B\u00e9n\u00e9teau and Jeanneau<\/strong> vessels, particularly for hatches, lockers, and engine covers. While stainless steel options offer higher resistance, this carbon steel model strikes the right balance between durability and value.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-pros_cons product-good-to-know\">\n<h3>Good to Know<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pros-cons-list\">\n<li>Complies with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.astm.org\/b0117-19.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ASTM B117<\/a> salt spray standards (500h resistance).<\/li>\n<li>Check dimensions (total length, stroke, force) before replacing to ensure compatibility.<\/li>\n<li>Alternative stainless steel versions are available for maximum corrosion resistance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The 081490 gas spring from Ressorts SPEC delivers 400N of force with a 250 mm stroke. Built from nitrided carbon steel with plastic ball bushings, it ensures reliable lifting support on Beneteau and Jeanneau yachts, tested to 500h salt spray per ASTM B117.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1672,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[91,93],"product_tag":[1264,1262],"class_list":{"0":"post-2172","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-gas-springs","7":"product_cat-spare-parts","8":"product_tag-as-raymond-2","9":"product_tag-gas-strut","10":"product_shipping_class-small-2","12":"first","13":"instock","14":"taxable","15":"shipping-taxable","16":"purchasable","17":"product-type-simple"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/2172","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2172"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1672"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2172"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=2172"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=2172"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=2172"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}