Whitecap 17" Gas Spring - 60lb - Black Nitrate

The Whitecap 17" Gas Spring - 60lb - Black Nitrate is a precision-engineered damping and support component designed for equipment boxes, enclosures, hatches, and access panels across tactical, marine, and industrial applications. Built to military and law enforcement standards, this gas spring provides smooth, controlled motion while supporting heavy lids and doors under demanding field conditions. Whether mounted on tactical storage solutions, vehicle equipment racks, or field operations centers, this component delivers reliability without the maintenance burden of mechanical hinges or friction supports.

This Whitecap gas spring features a 6mm rod diameter and 15mm tube diameter, with a compressed length of 10-1/4" and extended length of 17", delivering a 60-pound load rating at full extension. The black nitrate finish provides corrosion resistance in saltwater, humid, and high-moisture environments—critical for maritime and coastal tactical operations. The sealed piston design eliminates external rod exposure when retracted, protecting the internal hydraulic charge from dust, sand, and contaminants. Whitecap's industrial-grade construction ensures consistent force delivery across thousands of open-close cycles, making it suitable for high-frequency use in base camps, mobile command posts, and equipment staging areas.

Tactical operators and logistics personnel benefit most from this gas spring when retrofitting or building custom storage solutions that demand one-handed operation under load. The 60-pound force rating handles medium to heavy lids without excessive slam-down when released, reducing noise signature and equipment wear. Installation requires standard threaded mounts at both rod and tube ends; verify mounting hole spacing and load requirements before purchase. This component integrates seamlessly into aluminum or steel frame assemblies and pairs well with piano hinges for four-point support, ensuring smooth, controlled motion during field operations and base setup.