Compression strut

Compression strut. A robust fitting suitable for many applications. Left hand and right hand M4 threads, nickel plated brass fork ends and white Acetal barrel. The slot width is 1.6 mm. The attachment screws are M2 x 5 mm pan head.

Choose from a range of lengths. The quoted lengths are measured between the attachment screws.

To attach this item to a boom spar:

See ref. 27D where there are two options, 27D-120 for a 12 mm diameter boom spar and 27D-ANY for any diameter boom spar. Item 27D-ANY is the same as item V555-19 mm Type L

Capable of working in tension too this item is suitable for use as a kicking strap.

• 026-100 has a 42 mm long body and a 70-100 mm range
• 026-120 has a 55 mm long body and a 90-120 mm range
• 026-140 has a 75 mm long body and a 110-140 mm range
• 026-180 has a 115 mm long body and a 150-180 mm range

Compression strut for a boom also known as a gnav.