Whitecap 17" Gas Spring - 50lb - Black Nitrate

The Whitecap 17" Gas Spring – 50lb – Black Nitrate (model G-3650C) is a precision pneumatic strut designed for heavy-duty applications requiring controlled lifting, lowering, or support across extended compression cycles. Featuring a 50-pound force rating, this gas spring delivers consistent load management with a 6mm hardened rod and 15mm steel tube engineered to withstand high-stress operational environments. The black nitrate finish provides corrosion resistance in harsh field conditions, making this component ideal for equipment hatches, storage compartments, vehicle access panels, and tactical gear enclosures where reliability cannot be compromised.

Specifications are precisely calibrated for demanding applications. The 17-inch extended length contracts to 10.25 inches under load, allowing deployment in confined spaces while maintaining full operational stroke. The 50-pound P1 force rating ensures adequate support for mid-range loads without over-extension, critical for equipment that must open smoothly under operator control rather than spring-loaded force. The 6mm rod diameter and 15mm tube geometry are industry-standard dimensions ensuring compatibility with OEM mounts and aftermarket support brackets. Black nitrate coating resists saltwater corrosion and abrasion from repeated cycling, a key consideration for field equipment subjected to outdoor exposure or marine environments.

This gas spring serves operators, logistics personnel, and equipment manufacturers who require predictable mechanical support for access panels, ammunition storage, and tactical transport systems. It is specified for situations where manual hatches need assisted opening without the sudden force of traditional springs, and where load consistency across hundreds of operational cycles is non-negotiable. Whitecap's proven track record in marine and industrial gas spring production extends to tactical and field applications where component failure is not an acceptable outcome.

Gas springs outperform mechanical coil springs in operational consistency because pneumatic force remains constant across the full stroke, whereas coil springs lose force as compression increases. The 50-pound rating sits in the mid-range for professional equipment applications—substantial enough to handle significant loads but controlled enough to prevent sudden opening that could injure personnel or damage sensitive gear during deployment.