Whitecap 12" Gas Spring - 50lb - Black Nitrate

The Whitecap 12" Gas Spring - 50lb - Black Nitrate is a precision pneumatic actuator engineered for equipment racks, tactical storage systems, and vehicle-mounted platforms requiring controlled lifting or stabilization. Built to military and law enforcement specifications, this gas spring delivers consistent force output across extended duty cycles, making it essential for modular gear systems, weapon storage solutions, and mobile command setups where reliability cannot be compromised.

This Whitecap gas spring features a 50-pound load rating with a 6mm rod diameter and 15mm tube diameter, delivering stable actuation through black nitrate hard-coat finish for corrosion resistance in harsh field environments. The unit extends to 12 inches and compresses to 8.5 inches, providing 3.5 inches of effective stroke length—ideal for compartment lids, equipment covers, or motorized racks in patrol vehicles and tactical operations centers. Nitrate coating protects against salt spray, moisture, and oxidation common in coastal or vehicle-mounted applications, while the sealed design prevents dust ingress during sand/mud operations.

Law enforcement and military personnel operating mobile command vehicles, armored platforms, and tactical equipment lockers benefit most from this spring's predictable force curve and sealed construction. Installation requires simple pin or rod mounting at both fixed and moving attachment points; the 50-pound rating suits single or dual-unit configurations depending on total load. Verify mounting hole spacing and load distribution before deployment to ensure optimal performance under dynamic conditions such as vehicle acceleration or equipment repositioning during rapid response operations.