{"id":2279,"date":"1970-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"1969-12-31T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/product\/gas-spring-with-plastic-ball-bushing-081475\/"},"modified":"2025-09-23T11:44:37","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T09:44:37","slug":"compas-a-gaz-embouts-douilles-a-billes-081475","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/product\/compas-a-gaz-embouts-douilles-a-billes-081475\/","title":{"rendered":"Corrosion-resistant gas spring &#8211; 081475"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Description of the Gas Spring 081475<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>081475<\/strong> gas strut from <em><strong>Ressorts SPEC<\/strong><\/em> is designed for superior performance in marine environments where salt, humidity, and constant motion demand uncompromising reliability. Built from <strong>marine-grade 316L stainless steel<\/strong>, this model ensures excellent corrosion resistance, even under prolonged exposure to saltwater. Lightweight <strong>plastic ball bushing end fittings<\/strong> provide secure, snap-on installation while reducing overall weight, making it ideal for use on hatches, lockers, and companionway covers.<\/p>\n<p>This strut delivers a force of <strong>200 Newtons<\/strong> with a <strong>100 mm stroke<\/strong>, ensuring powerful yet controlled lifting and dampening action. With a total deployed length of <strong>276 mm including end fittings<\/strong> (240 mm without), it is compact enough for tight spaces while still offering robust performance. Tested to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.astm.org\/b0117-19.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ASTM B117 salt spray standard<\/a>, it withstands over 500 hours of continuous exposure, guaranteeing long-lasting reliability on board.<\/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> 200N \u2013 suitable for medium-duty marine applications.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stroke:<\/strong> 100 mm, allowing effective extension and compression.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Total length with end fittings:<\/strong> 276 mm.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Total length without end fittings:<\/strong> 240 mm.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Compressed length without end fittings:<\/strong> 140 mm (240 mm \u2013 100 mm).<\/li>\n<li><strong>End fittings:<\/strong> Plastic ball bushings for lightweight, corrosion-resistant installation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Installation \/ Maintenance<\/h2>\n<h3>Installation<\/h3>\n<p>Thanks to its plastic ball bushings, the <strong>081475 gas spring<\/strong> is quick and easy to install by snapping onto compatible ball studs. Its compact design allows mounting even in restricted spaces, ensuring secure support for marine hatches and lockers.<\/p>\n<h3>Maintenance<\/h3>\n<p>To extend service life, rinse with fresh water after sailing, especially after saltwater exposure. Apply a marine-grade lubricant such as silicone spray or lanolin on moving parts to maintain smooth operation and prevent wear.<\/p>\n<h2>Compatibility<\/h2>\n<p>Compatible with <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> boats.<\/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>High resistance to corrosion with 316L stainless steel construction.<\/li>\n<li>Powerful 200N force for medium-duty marine applications.<\/li>\n<li>Compact total length (276 mm) suitable for confined spaces.<\/li>\n<li>Tested to ASTM B117 \u2013 500 hours salt spray resistance.<\/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 less robust than metal for heavy-duty use.<\/li>\n<li>Fixed length may not suit all retrofit configurations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-pros_cons product-conclusion\">\n<h3>Conclusion<\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>081475 gas spring<\/strong> is an excellent choice for sailors seeking a reliable, corrosion-resistant solution for medium-duty onboard applications. Its 200N force makes it suitable for hatches, lockers, and similar fixtures on <strong>B\u00e9n\u00e9teau and Jeanneau<\/strong> boats. While its plastic end fittings are lighter than stainless steel alternatives, they offer quick installation and corrosion resistance. For most marine uses, this gas spring combines durability, ease of use, and proven performance under salt spray testing.<\/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>Tested to withstand over 500 hours of salt spray per <a href=\"https:\/\/www.astm.org\/b0117-19.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ASTM B117<\/a>, ensuring marine durability.<\/li>\n<li>Always check dimensions (extended length, stroke, force) before replacement to ensure compatibility with existing fittings.<\/li>\n<li>For alternative models, consult NauticSpares for nitrided carbon steel versions offering a more economical solution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p>The <strong data-start=\"5046\" data-end=\"5067\">081475 gas spring<\/strong> in 316L stainless steel delivers <strong data-start=\"5101\" data-end=\"5115\">200N force<\/strong> with a <strong data-start=\"5123\" data-end=\"5140\">100 mm stroke<\/strong>. Compact, corrosion-resistant, and ideal for hatches and lockers on B\u00e9n\u00e9teau and Jeanneau boats.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1631,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[91,93],"product_tag":[1264,1262],"class_list":{"0":"post-2279","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\/2279","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=2279"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1631"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2279"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=2279"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=2279"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=2279"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}