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Gas Spring Force Calculator

Calculate the minimum extension force F1 for each gas spring using the same model as the reference spreadsheet.

Installation diagram
L =120 mmW =45 mmAHinge pointBMounting pointCMounting pointGas spring B–CExtension directionOCenter of gravityG =50 kgQuantity X4F1 PER GAS SPRINGF1 = G × 9.8 × L ÷ (W × X) × 1.2392N
Working parameters
Enter the dimensions and load from your installation.
mm

Distance from the hinge to the load center of gravity.

mm

Perpendicular distance from the hinge to the gas spring force line.

pcs

Number of gas springs sharing the load.

kg

Total moving cover or panel weight.

F1 per gas spring
392N
Combined rated force
1,568 N
Suggested nominal rating
400 N

Rounded up to the next 10 N for selection reference.

Selection note

This result is a static engineering estimate. Mounting angle, friction, temperature, motion speed and desired operating feel can affect the final specification.