How to determine gas spring size? Use our calculator and get started!

How to determine the gas spring size for your application, such as a flap, hatch or folding bed? Then you can get started with our calculation tool. In 4 simple steps you can calculate the size of the gas spring and then order it online. Watch our instruction video directly to get started or view further explanation below. We are also happy to help you replace a gas spring from another brand. Knowing more? Read on and get started yourself.

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How to determine gas spring size?

We have made our calculation tool for how to determine gas spring size user-friendly. We therefore try to continuously improve it, so that the results are calculated as accurately as possible. The calculation tool can be used very well for both average and less average valves or hatches. There are a number of steps that you can best follow to get started well prepared.
Determine the application for the gas spring.

  • Enter the dimensions of the application (for example, a valve or hatch).
  • Measure the thickness of the application.
  • Enter what material the application is made of.
  • Determine the total weight of the application.
  • Determine the position of the hinges.
  • Decide how many gas springs you want to use.
  • Check the angle of the application.

We are of course happy to explain the steps in more detail. Read on and discover how you can easily get started with measuring a gas spring.

Enter data into our calculation tool

As soon as you use our calculation tool to determine the size of the gas spring, it is important that you enter the data as accurately as possible. This is because the gas spring and mounting points are determined on the basis of this. It is good to know that we speak about lengths, thicknesses, heights and widths in mm, angles in degrees and weights in kg to avoid confusion. Incidentally, this is also indicated in the calculation tool itself. We additionally ask for, for example, the material in order to be able to estimate whether the total weight corresponds with the entered dimensions. Are you having trouble using our calculation tool? Then check out this helpful video.

How to determine gas spring size

Order and install your gas spring directly

Would you like to know how to determine the size of your gas spring? Or do you want a replacement gas spring for another brand (for example Airax Rayflex or Novotec)? Then you have come to the right place at Gasveerwinkel. We are the webshop for gas springs and attachments. We supply different lengths, diameters and materials. Need help? Our employees can check your design or find the right gas spring for your application. Pass the sizes on to [email protected] and we will be happy to help you. Or order your gas springs directly online.