{"id":2635,"date":"2024-06-18T16:06:42","date_gmt":"2024-06-18T14:06:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=2635"},"modified":"2025-09-23T14:31:29","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T12:31:29","slug":"corrosion-resistant-gas-compass-081652","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/product\/corrosion-resistant-gas-compass-081652\/","title":{"rendered":"Corrosion-resistant gas compass &#8211; 081652"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <strong>081652<\/strong> gas spring from <em><strong>Ressorts SPEC<\/strong><\/em> is a heavy-duty marine strut designed for maximum strength and corrosion resistance. Constructed entirely from <strong>316L stainless steel<\/strong>, including its <strong>stainless steel end fittings<\/strong>, it is built to withstand the harshest saltwater environments while providing reliable lifting and dampening performance.<\/p>\n<p>Delivering a powerful <strong>700 Newtons<\/strong> of force, this gas spring features a long <strong>400 mm stroke<\/strong>, with a total <strong>length of 909 mm including stainless steel fittings<\/strong>. Its extended format and robust build make it suitable for larger hatches, engine room covers, and other demanding onboard applications.<\/p>\n<p>Like all SPD\u2122 corrosion-resistant models, it has been <strong>tested in accordance with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.astm.org\/b0117-19.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ASTM B117<\/a> standard<\/strong>, proving its ability to resist up to <strong>500 hours of continuous salt spray exposure<\/strong> \u2013 a guarantee of reliability and long service life at sea.<\/p>\n<h2>Specifications<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Material:<\/strong> 316L stainless steel body and stainless steel end fittings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Force:<\/strong> 700 N \u2013 ideal for heavy-duty marine applications.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stroke:<\/strong> 400 mm for large hatch and cover movements.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Total length with end fittings:<\/strong> 909 mm.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Total length without end fittings:<\/strong> 849 mm.<\/li>\n<li><strong>End fittings:<\/strong> Stainless steel for maximum strength and corrosion resistance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Installation \/ Maintenance<\/h2>\n<h3>Installation<\/h3>\n<p>Fitted with robust stainless steel ball joints, the <strong>081652 gas spring<\/strong> allows quick and secure mounting to standard ball studs. Its stainless fittings provide extra durability and stability, ideal for high-load installations on deck or below.<\/p>\n<h3>Maintenance<\/h3>\n<p>Rinse with fresh water after exposure to salt spray. Apply <em>marine-grade silicone spray or lanolin<\/em> periodically to the end joints to maintain optimal performance and prevent premature wear.<\/p>\n<h2>Compatibility<\/h2>\n<p>This model is designed for use on:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"Jeanneau\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jeanneau.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Jeanneau<\/strong><\/a> yachts and motorboats<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Beneteau Boat\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beneteau.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>B\u00e9n\u00e9teau<\/strong><\/a> yachts and motorboats<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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>Full 316L stainless steel construction \u2013 maximum corrosion resistance.<\/li>\n<li>High force output (700N) for large hatches and covers.<\/li>\n<li>Extended 400 mm stroke for wide hatch movements.<\/li>\n<li>Tested to ASTM B117 \u2013 500 hours of 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>Larger size (909 mm) may not fit in compact installations.<\/li>\n<li>Higher force may be excessive for lightweight applications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-pros_cons product-conclusion\">\n<h3>Conclusion<\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>081652 gas spring<\/strong> is a premium solution for boat owners seeking a <strong>robust, corrosion-proof strut<\/strong> for heavy-duty installations. Its stainless steel body and fittings, combined with a 700N force and 400 mm stroke, make it ideal for <strong>B\u00e9n\u00e9teau and Jeanneau<\/strong> vessels equipped with large hatches or covers. While its size and strength may not suit smaller applications, it is the reliable choice for demanding marine environments.<\/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 up to 500 hours of continuous salt spray exposure (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.astm.org\/b0117-19.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ASTM B117<\/a> standard).<\/li>\n<li>Always check extended length, stroke, and force to ensure compatibility with your installation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The 081652 gas spring (700N, 400 mm stroke, 909 mm length) from Ressorts SPEC is made entirely of 316L stainless steel with stainless fittings, offering exceptional saltwater resistance. Ideal for B\u00e9n\u00e9teau and Jeanneau heavy-duty hatch and cover applications.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1718,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[],"product_tag":[1264,1262],"class_list":{"0":"post-2635","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_tag-as-raymond-2","7":"product_tag-gas-strut","9":"first","10":"instock","11":"taxable","12":"shipping-taxable","13":"purchasable","14":"product-type-simple"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/2635","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=2635"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1718"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2635"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=2635"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=2635"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nauticspares.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=2635"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}