M10 Gas Strut Ball Joint End Fitting 16mm Ball Socket DIN 71802 – 2 Pack | SpringFix UK

M10 Gas Strut Ball Joint End Fitting — 2 Pack, 16mm Ball Socket DIN 71802

Heavy-duty M10 ball joint end fittings with 16mm socket — for large-format gas struts in industrial, commercial and heavy-vehicle applications. DIN 71802 compliant with reinforced zinc-plated steel construction.

Key Specifications

• Standard: DIN 71802
• Thread: M10 female
• Ball socket size: 16mm (fits DIN 71803 M10/16mm ball studs)
• Construction: Reinforced zinc plated steel
• Design: Snap-on with heavy-duty retention clip

Perfect For

• Commercial vehicle bonnets and heavy tailgates
• Truck and lorry cab tilts
• Industrial machinery hatches
• Marine and offshore applications
• Large ottoman bed heavy-duty struts
• Custom high-load gas strut builds

Compatibility

Pairs with our M10/16mm ball stud (BS5) — see the Gas Strut End Fittings collection for the matching stud.

Installation Tips

• Screws directly onto M10 male thread of your gas strut
• Snap onto matching 16mm ball stud — heavy-duty design holds under high load
• The larger 16mm ball provides maximum load capacity in this size range
• Retention clip prevents disconnection under vibration and impact

Frequently Asked Questions

When do I need M10/16mm? Typically for gas struts rated 1000N or above, or for commercial/industrial applications. Most domestic struts use M8/10mm.

Can I use this for standard car bonnet struts? Only if your original was M10/16mm. Most car bonnets use M8/10mm — check first.

Is this backwards compatible with 13mm balls? No — always match sizes exactly. A 16mm socket on a 13mm ball would be dangerously loose.

How much load can it handle? Typically rated for gas struts up to 2000N when properly installed.

Fast UK Dispatch

Orders placed Monday to Sunday before 16:00 are dispatched same-day from UK stock via Royal Mail, Yodel, UPS or DPD.