{"id":2174,"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-173056\/"},"modified":"2025-09-24T16:06:26","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T14:06:26","slug":"gas-spring-with-plastic-ball-bushings-173056","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/product\/gas-spring-with-plastic-ball-bushings-173056\/","title":{"rendered":"Corrosion-resistant gas spring &#8211; 173056"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <strong>173056<\/strong> gas spring from <strong><em>Ressorts SPEC<\/em><\/strong> is purpose-built for high-moisture and salt-exposed marine environments. Featuring a corrosion-resistant <strong>316L stainless steel shaft<\/strong> and <strong>lightweight plastic ball bushing end fittings<\/strong>, this model provides reliable lift support for various on-board applications such as hatches, lockers, or deck lids.<\/p>\n<p>With a <strong>force of 300 Newtons<\/strong> and a <strong>stroke of 200 mm<\/strong>, the 173056 gas spring offers robust assistance for medium-to-heavy load applications. Its full extended length, including ball bushings, is <strong>485 mm<\/strong>, while the core body length without end fittings is <strong>449 mm<\/strong>. Its construction ensures resistance to long-term exposure to saltwater and marine air.<\/p>\n<p>This gas spring has been certified under the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.astm.org\/b0117-19.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ASTM B117<\/a> standard for corrosion testing, surviving over 500 hours of continuous salt spray exposure. Its design balances strength, durability, and ease of installation\u2014making it an ideal replacement or upgrade for various <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beneteau.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>B\u00e9n\u00e9teau<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jeanneau.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Jeanneau<\/strong><\/a> models.<\/p>\n<h2>Specifications<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Material:<\/strong> 316L stainless steel shaft with plastic ball bushing end fittings<\/li>\n<li><strong>Force:<\/strong> 300N \u2013 supports heavier panels or hatches<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stroke:<\/strong> 200 mm \u2013 for extended motion range<\/li>\n<li><strong>Total length with end fittings:<\/strong> 485 mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Total length without end fittings:<\/strong> 449 mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>End fittings:<\/strong> Corrosion-resistant plastic ball bushings for fast, secure mounting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Installation \/ Maintenance<\/h2>\n<h3>Installation<\/h3>\n<p>The plastic ball bushing ends simplify mounting by snapping onto 10 mm ball studs. This reduces installation time and ensures a stable, lightweight connection\u2014ideal for marine cabinetry or top-access covers.<\/p>\n<h3>Maintenance<\/h3>\n<p>Rinse the unit with fresh water after exposure to salt spray or sea air. Periodically apply silicone spray or lanolin on moving parts to extend the life of both the shaft and the plastic fittings.<\/p>\n<h2>Compatibility<\/h2>\n<p>Fully compatible with <a title=\"Beneteau\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beneteau.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>B\u00e9n\u00e9teau<\/strong><\/a> and <a title=\"Jeanneau\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jeanneau.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Jeanneau<\/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>316L stainless steel ensures long-term corrosion resistance<\/li>\n<li>300N force suitable for heavier on-board elements<\/li>\n<li>ASTM B117 salt spray tested \u2013 500+ hours resistance<\/li>\n<li>Plastic end fittings for easy and lightweight installation<\/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>Plastic ball bushings may wear faster under heavy load compared to metal fittings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-pros_cons product-conclusion\">\n<h3>Conclusion<\/h3>\n<p>The 173056 gas spring is a dependable and corrosion-resistant solution for heavier hatch and locker applications. Its stainless steel build, paired with lightweight plastic end fittings, offers a balance between performance and ease of use. Especially suitable for <strong>Beneteau<\/strong> and <strong>Jeanneau<\/strong> vessels, it is an excellent upgrade for marine installations exposed to demanding conditions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gas spring 173056 \u2013 300N force, 200 mm stroke, 316L stainless steel shaft with plastic end fittings. 485 mm length. 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