BRAKING ACTION
A certain quantity of oil is introduced into the gas spring cylinder: it not only serves to lubricate the seal, but when spread between piston and guide exerts a slowing-down action during rod extension and ensures a more
gentle and joltless movement.
To exploit this characteristic to the full, the gas spring should be fitted with its cylindrical body in a higher position than the rod.

This does not apply however to horizontal installations; in this case we advise you to contact our technical department. The same advice applies in case of a spring which for various reasons (even when not recommended) is applied with the rod Code Body Ø Rod Ø Stroke Thrust kg in a higher position than the spring body.

LIFE CYCLE
The life cycle of a gas spring is mainly tied to the normal wear of the seals. Endurance tests have shown that, in optimal conditions, Vapsint gas springs fully reach 100,000 opening and closing cycles.
This value, however, is affected by the use the spring may be put to. To give designers and manufacturers a guide
to make the best of this product, please visit Tips section on this site.