Want to know more about our Locking Gas Strut- Blocklift?
If you’re looking for a solution that allows for height adjustment that remains fixed in position or easy and instant adjustments to applications, then our Locking Gas Struts – Blocklift might be precisely what you need.
In our Blocklift range, we offer four distinct products, each tailor-made for a variety of applications and projects. Let’s take a closer look:
BL1: Rigid in Extension
The BL1 gas strut is designed to provide full rigidity in extension. While allowing for a few millimeters of movement in compression, it locks the piston in extension securely. When a compressive load is released, the piston rod automatically returns to its original position. For added convenience, these locking gas struts can be mounted in any orientation, allowing for flexibility in a wide range of projects.
BL2: Rigid in Compression
For applications requiring complete rigidity in compression, we offer the BL2 gas strut. It allows for a slight movement of a few millimeters in extension. Once the extension load is released, the piston rod seamlessly returns to its initial position. While our engineers recommend mounting these locking gas struts in a rod-down position, they can be mounted in any position, provided the details are communicated at the time of the enquiry.
BL3: Spring Blocking (Elastic Locking)
Ideal for applications where comfort is needed even when the Blocklift is locked in position, the BL3 locking gas struts offer elastic locking through a spring blocking mechanism. Similar to the springs found in office chairs, when a load is applied to the locked gas strut in either extension or compression, the piston rod compresses a few millimeters. As further compression becomes harder due to increased internal pressure, the gas strut holds firmly in position. Once the load is released, the piston rod returns to its initial state. These locking gas struts should be mounted rod down.
BL4: Rigid in Extension and Compression
The BL4 locking gas strut provides total rigidity in both extension and compression. It is available with or without an extension force, depending on whether you require the gas strut to control the application or if the application is controlled by an external mechanism. These locking gas struts offer the ultimate in versatility and can be mounted in any orientation.
How do locking gas struts operate?
Our locking gas struts work with an internal locking valve that allows you to hold the strut securely in any desired position. The release pin at the end of the rod only allows movement when depressed through a cable-operated release mechanism or attached paddle.
Locking gas struts are commonly used for height and angle adjustments of seats on various transportation platforms, including aircraft, buses, trains, specialist vehicles, and military vehicle seating. They also provide controllable adjustment on hospital beds, physiotherapy tables, wheelchairs, and height risers for desks. You would be surprised to know that the applications of locking gas struts are endless, and its use is only limited by the design engineer’s creativity.
Our locking gas struts are engineered to the highest standards and are trusted by industry professionals across multiple sectors. Our mission is to make high-tech solutions easily accessible and within reach for everyone, ensuring that you receive the performance and quality you deserve.
Rest assured that we have the expertise and capabilities to meet your specific requirements.
We take pride in delivering a bespoke service, treating each project as unique. Our team of experienced designers and engineers will work closely with you to provide gas spring solutions that go above and beyond your expectations.
Customer satisfaction is at the forefront of our approach, and our dedicated design engineers are equipped with the latest CAD/CAE techniques to ensure precise and tailored solutions. We understand that no two applications are alike, which is why we offer engineered solutions that are customized to meet your exact needs.
If you’re looking for more information about our comprehensive range of motion control solutions, we invite you to visit our products page today. There, you’ll find detailed information about the high-quality products we offer to address your specific requirements.
If you’d like to discuss your project in further detail, our team is ready to assist you. Simply give us a call at +44 (0)116 274 3600 or fill out the Contact Us form, and we’ll promptly get back to you.
What sizes do you offer?
Gas struts are commonly referenced by their size. The sizes directly relate to the diameter of the rod and the tube, for example, an 8-23 in the Blocklift range will have a rod diameter of 8mm and a tube diameter of 23mm. The most common sizes for our locking gas struts are 10-28 and 8-23.
We also offer a wide range of bespoke sizes depending on your requirements.
How Camloc work.
We operate at the forefront of our industry by continuously investing in our staff and keeping up with the latest hardware. This enables us to stay ahead of the curve and adopt the most advanced manufacturing processes in our facility. Our commitment to problem-solving for our customers is unwavering.
Since 2001, we have been dedicated to enhancing and evolving our production processes through lean manufacturing methods. This approach allows us to deliver high-quality products that serve a wide range of industry sectors across the UK, USA, Europe, and beyond.
To learn more about our gas struts, dampers, and motion control solutions, including installation, maintenance, and technical data, we encourage you to visit our Help Centre. There, you will find comprehensive information that will assist you in understanding and utilising our products to their full potential.
Should you have any specific inquiries or wish to discuss your requirements in detail, please feel free to get in touch with us. You can reach us via our Contact Form or by giving us a call at +44 (0)116 274 3600. Our dedicated team is here to assist you every step of the way.
