Lid Support 40-45 Ft Lb For Heavy Cabinet Lids

Lid support 40-45 ft lb from Carlson Capitol Mfg. Company is a spring loaded lift mechanism designed for chest-style lids that need controlled opening and closing. This right hand unit mounts inside of the cabinet opening, so the hardware stays concealed while the lid operates smoothly within the cabinet structure. Its torque rating of 40 lb to 45 lb is engineered for heavier lids, so the support carries the load instead of the hinges taking all the strain. As a lid support and up stay in one, it both lifts and holds the lid, which helps keep the motion consistent across the full opening stroke. The 702RH-GREEN part number identifies this right hand statuary bronze/black oxide version, giving you a specific match point when selecting a lift solution for a heavier top.

Key Lid Support Features For Cabinet Work

• The exclusive cam action holds the lid in any position, which lets you set the lid at a working height and keep it there while hands stay free for loading, unloading, or hardware adjustments inside the cabinet.
• A solid brass enclosure slide guides the motion, providing a smooth travel path that supports repeatable lid movement over time as the lid is raised and lowered.
• Cover brackets riveted to the cam create a fixed, non-adjustable connection between the cam and brackets, which stabilizes the linkage and helps keep the operating geometry consistent after repeated use.
• High quality springs are available in different tensions for different lid sizes, so the spring force can be matched to the lid height and weight, improving control and reducing the effort needed to lift the lid.
• The statuary bronze/black oxide color finish gives the support a dark, muted appearance that blends with similar finishes, which is useful where the hardware may be visible when the lid is open.

Inside Cabinet Mounting And Torque Application

This lid support is designed for mounting inside of the cabinet opening, which positions the mechanism where the cabinet sides and rail can carry the force of the lid. The torque rating formula provided - lid height x lid weight x 1/2 (per each, not pair) - defines how to match the 40-45 ft lb rating to a specific lid, so the support operates within its intended load range. Using a torque-rated support helps the lid open under controlled spring force instead of dropping suddenly, which is particularly important on heavy tops. The 702 RH/LH Series design allows mounting to either the left or right side of the cabinet, so this right hand unit can be planned in a mirrored pair layout using its left hand counterpart when the application calls for two supports.

How This Carlson Capitol Lid Support Works On The Job

Applications For Chest-Style Heavy Cabinet Lids

This lid support is part of the Lid Supports and Up Stays (Chest Style) Spring Loaded Lift Mechanisms line, so it is aimed at projects where a horizontal lid or top swings upward. In a cabinet or chest with a heavy lid, the 40 lb to 45 lb torque range means the mechanism is intended to work with substantial lid height and weight combinations, shifting the lifting effort onto the spring system. Because it mounts inside of the cabinet opening, this support occupies the side space where the lid and cabinet carcass meet, which integrates the lifting action into the existing structure. As a Lid Supports and Stays product class item, it serves as the primary control element for lid motion, allowing hinges to perform their pivot function while the support manages the lifting and holding roles.

Cam Action Hold And Matching Spring Tension

The exclusive cam action that holds the lid in any position turns the support into an adjustable stop, so the lid can be set anywhere between closed and full open without drifting. That behavior is especially useful during installation and service work inside the cabinet, because the open position does not depend on external props. The cover brackets riveted to the cam keep the cam aligned as it rotates, helping the hold function remain consistent across many open-close cycles. High quality springs available in different tensions for different lid sizes let you coordinate the mechanical torque rating of 40-45 ft lb with the actual spring force applied to a specific lid. When the torque rating formula - lid height x lid weight x 1/2 (per each, not pair) - is used to select the correct rating from the series, the result is a lid motion that tracks closely with the intended operating range for the spring mechanism.

Common Questions About This 702RH-GREEN Lid Support

Selecting This Right Hand Lid Support For Your Job

The Carlson Capitol Mfg. Company 702RH-GREEN lid support 40-45 ft lb combines spring loaded lift with an exclusive cam action hold, giving heavy lids a controlled open position anywhere in their arc. Its design for mounting inside of the cabinet opening lets you integrate the support directly into the cabinet structure while keeping the mechanism aligned with the lid edge. With a statuary bronze/black oxide color finish and torque rating defined as lid height x lid weight x 1/2 (per each, not pair), this right hand support provides a clearly specified option when the project calls for a chest-style lift that both supports and stabilizes the lid in use.