Left-Hand Lid Stay With Ball Catch Function

Left-Hand Lid Stay with Ball Catch holds a cabinet lid open using a friction lock in the open position, so the lid stays up during access or work. This Sugatsune America lid support uses a ball catch that holds the cabinet door open, which helps keep the lid stable whenever the opening position is reached. The pivot is fastened to the side wall of the cabinet, creating a solid side-mount anchor that supports the moving arm. The foot mounts to the underside of the lid, so the force from the stay is applied directly to the lid structure. Steel, chrome plated construction provides a hard-wearing surface, while the nylon washer in the mechanism supports smooth movement at the joint.

Key Lid Support Details For Cabinet Projects

• The friction lock in the open position keeps the cabinet lid supported during use, which reduces movement while accessing the space under the lid.
• The catch that holds the cabinet door open helps the lid stay at its set angle, which supports consistent, repeatable positioning.
• The left hand side mount configuration matches installations that require a left-hand catch, which matters when coordinating with a right-hand counterpart or layout.
• The 8-1/2 inch length gives the stay a defined reach, which helps determine lid travel and the open position in relation to the cabinet interior.
• The ball catch design provides a distinct holding point as the lid opens, which can improve the feel and feedback during operation.
• The steel, chrome plated body with nylon washer supports a smooth pivoting action, which is useful when the lid is cycled frequently.

Mounting And Alignment For Lid Support Installation

The pivot of this locking left hand lid support fastens to the side wall of the cabinet, so the fixed point is always referenced to the cabinet carcass. The foot mounts to the underside of the lid, giving a straightforward layout: one point on the vertical side and one on the horizontal lid. The 8-1/2 inch long stay defines the geometry between these two mounting points, so installers can plan the open angle and closed position from that length. The friction lock in the open position works with the ball catch, so the open stop feels positive once the lid reaches the holding point.

How This Sugatsune Lid Stay Supports Workflows

Where The Left Hand Side Mount Lid Stay Fits

This Sugatsune lid support is part of the Lid Supports and Stays product class, which aligns it with applications that need a lid held open rather than a swinging door. The pivot fastening to the side wall of the cabinet supports use in cabinets where one vertical side panel can anchor the mechanism. The left hand side mount design fits layouts where the installer positions the stay on the left interior side, coordinating with the hinge and overall cabinet geometry. The foot mounting to the underside of the lid suits lids that lift upward from a horizontal closed position, giving a clear linkage between lid and cabinet side. With its 8-1/2 inch long arm, the lid stay fits cabinets where that length matches the desired open height and interior clearance. The friction lock in the open position and the ball catch that holds the cabinet door open support repetitive open-and-close cycles that demand a defined stop.

Details That Support Repeatable Lid Operation

The locking left hand lid support uses a friction lock in the open position, so once the lid passes into the holding range, the mechanism resists closing, which supports consistent access without the lid drifting downward. The ball catch element that holds the cabinet door open gives a crisp engagement point, supporting predictable behavior at the same spot every time the lid opens. Because the pivot is fastened to the side wall of the cabinet, that anchor point remains fixed relative to shelves or interior contents, which helps maintain the same arc and stopping point over the life of the installation. The foot mounting to the underside of the lid ties the moving end directly to the lid panel, which supports stable motion without extra linkages. Steel, chrome plated construction adds a rigid structure around the moving joint, while the nylon washer provides a low-friction surface at the pivot, supporting smoother motion as the lid is raised and lowered. Together, these verified details support repeatable lid operation on work surfaces and tables where a defined open position matters.

Common Questions About This Lid Support

Select This Lid Stay For Left-Side Locking Lids

Sugatsune lid stay S-20L offers a left hand side mount with a friction lock in the open position, so it supports lids that need a defined open stop on the left side. The 8-1/2 inch long steel, chrome plated arm with nylon washer and ball catch gives a controlled, repeatable open position. For lid support projects that match this geometry and mounting style, this lid stay provides a focused solution.