Right-Hand Lid Stay with Ball Catch, Chrome

Right-Hand Lid Stay With Ball Catch For Cabinets

Right-Hand Lid Stay with Ball Catch keeps a cabinet lid or door held open by using a friction lock in the open position, which helps work on the contents without the lid drifting down during use. The friction lock releases when pressure is applied, so the lid can be closed in a controlled way at the end of the task. The stay is designed as a right hand side mount version, which suits layouts where the support must be fixed on the right side of the cabinet. An overall length of 8-1/2 inches sets a clear geometry between the side wall and lid underside, helping installers match this stay to lids of appropriate depth. The product functions as a lid support within the lid supports and stays product class, giving fabricators a defined role for this part in cabinet projects.

Functional Details That Support Cabinet Work

• The friction lock in the open position holds the cabinet door or lid steady while open, which supports hands-free access to the interior during loading, unloading, or inspection.
• The ball catch element works with the friction lock to hold the lid in its set position, which reduces unintended movement when users operate the cabinet in daily use.
• The catch is provided as a right hand side mount style, so installers can plan layouts that specifically use a support on the right side wall for consistent hinge and stay orientation.
• The stay length of 8-1/2 inches sets a fixed spacing between the side wall pivot and lid mounting foot, which simplifies repeatable layout when building multiple similar cabinets.
• The material and finish of steel, chrome plated, give the component a hard metal body with a plated surface, which suits cabinetry where exposed hardware should match other chrome finished parts.
• The nylon washer is part of the assembly, contributing a low-friction interface within the moving joint, which supports smoother pivoting as the lid is opened and closed.

Mounting And Layout Details For Installation

The pivot of this lid stay is fastened to the side wall of the cabinet, which lets installers tie the load of the open lid directly into the cabinet carcass. The foot mounts to the underside of the lid, creating a clear two-point connection between the lid and cabinet structure that guides the lid path. An 8-1/2 inch overall length defines the distance between these mounting points, which helps with drilling patterns and jig setups for repeat work. Because this version is a right hand side mount catch, installers can assign this part to the right side and coordinate hinges or other components accordingly. The friction lock operating in the open position works with this mounting arrangement so the lid remains open at a predictable angle during regular use.

Using This Sugatsune Lid Stay In Cabinet Builds

Where This Right-Hand Lid Stay Fits Best

This lid support is identified as a Right-Hand Lid Stay with Ball Catch, so it fits applications where the support is required on the right interior side of a cabinet. The pivot is fastened to the side wall of the cabinet, which suits cabinets with solid side panels capable of holding a moving support. The foot mounts to the underside of the lid, making it practical for wood or panel lids where a flat underside is available for mounting. With an 8-1/2 inch long stay, this part aligns with lids that open within the arc set by that length, which is useful when designing storage benches, chests, or lift-up cabinet tops. Within the broader category of lid supports and stays, this part focuses on jobs that need a defined right hand layout and a catch that holds the lid open at a stable point.

How Design Details Support Reliable Operation

The friction lock in the open position is central to how this lid stay works, because it resists movement once the lid reaches its set open angle, keeping the lid steady while users access the cabinet. Applying pressure releases the friction lock, allowing the lid to move again so the user can close it without needing extra levers or controls, which simplifies everyday operation. The ball catch works in tandem with this friction function, providing a positive feel as the lid reaches its held position, which helps users recognize when the lid is properly supported. Steel construction with a chrome plated finish gives the moving arm and body a rigid structure with a clean surface, so the stay functions as both a working support and a visible hardware element in chrome themed cabinetry. The nylon washer within the assembly adds a controlled bearing surface in the pivot, supporting smooth motion and reducing abrupt movement as the lid swings through its travel range.

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Selecting This Lid Stay For Cabinet Projects

This Right-Hand Lid Stay with Ball Catch from Sugatsune America combines a friction lock in the open position with an 8-1/2 inch side-mounted layout, giving installers a defined choice for right side cabinet lids. The steel, chrome plated construction with nylon washer supports both appearance and motion in one component. When a project calls for a right hand side mount lid support that holds the door open and releases with applied pressure, this S-20R lid stay offers a clearly specified option for cabinet fabrication work.