{"product_id":"gas-strut-ball-stud-bolt-10mm-ball-din-71803-bs3-13-25-2-pack-springfix-uk","title":"M8 Gas Strut Ball Stud Bolt 10mm Ball 25mm Long Thread DIN 71803 Zinc – 2 Pack | SpringFix UK","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 16px 0;padding:14px 16px;background:#fff8e1;border:1px solid #f0c14b;border-radius:8px;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003e🔧 Not sure which fitting you need?\u003c\/strong\u003e Use our free \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/gas-strut-end-fittings-compatibility-guide-ball-studs-ball-joints-clevis-fork-ends-brackets-explained\" style=\"color:#1a1a1a;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eFitting \u0026amp; Bracket Finder\u003c\/a\u003e before you order — takes 10 seconds and helps you avoid ordering the wrong part.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eM8 Gas Strut Ball Stud Bolt — 2 Pack, 10mm Ball, 25mm Long Thread, DIN 71803 Zinc Plated\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003elong-thread version of our most popular M8\/10mm ball stud\u003c\/strong\u003e — same precision-turned M8 thread and 10mm ball as our standard BS3-13 stud, but with a longer 25mm thread (42.2mm total length) for thicker brackets, box-section frames and deeper mounting points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard:\u003c\/strong\u003e DIN 71803\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread:\u003c\/strong\u003e M8 male, 25mm thread length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 42.2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBall diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHex size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13mm (SW13) for spanner tightening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zinc plated steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision-turned ball for smooth articulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick or box-section gas strut mounting brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOttoman bed frames with deeper bracket plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKitchen cabinet installations with reinforced panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomotive and marine mounts needing extra thread reach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom DIY gas strut projects where the standard-length stud is too short\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs with our \u003cstrong\u003eM8\/10mm ball joint socket (BJ10-2588)\u003c\/strong\u003e — see the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gas-strut-end-fittings\"\u003eGas Strut End Fittings collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolts through pre-drilled bracket with M8 nut and washer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse nyloc lock nut for vibration resistance (see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stainless-steel-fasteners\"\u003eM8 nyloc nuts\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10mm ball snaps into matching DIN 71802 socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25mm thread gives extra engagement through bracket material up to approx. 20mm thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque to 15-20Nm for typical applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways install in pairs for balanced strut operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is this different from the standard BS3-13 ball stud?\u003c\/strong\u003e Same M8 thread and 10mm ball — this version simply has a longer 25mm thread (42.2mm total length) for thicker brackets or extra standoff. If your bracket is standard thickness, our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bs3-13-pair-of-10mm-ball-pin-joint-m8-for-gas-spring-strut-metal-end-fitting-multi-fit-2-pcs\"\u003estandard BS3-13 stud\u003c\/a\u003e will fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a specific bracket?\u003c\/strong\u003e Any M8 clearance hole (8.5-9mm) works. See our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gas-strut-mounting-brackets\"\u003ebracket collection\u003c\/a\u003e if you need matching brackets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if my strut socket is 13mm?\u003c\/strong\u003e Use our BS4 M8\/13mm ball stud instead — sockets and balls must match exactly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a locking nut included?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — nuts are sold separately. Nyloc lock nuts recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFast UK Dispatch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders placed \u003cstrong\u003eMonday to Sunday before 16:00\u003c\/strong\u003e are dispatched same-day from UK stock via \u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Mail, Yodel, UPS or DPD\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SpringFixUk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60913373512014,"sku":"BS3-13-25","price":6.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0893\/0082\/8494\/files\/BS3-13-25-BALL-STUD2.png?v=1790180926","url":"https:\/\/springfixuk.com\/products\/gas-strut-ball-stud-bolt-10mm-ball-din-71803-bs3-13-25-2-pack-springfix-uk","provider":"SpringFixUk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}