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Southco G7 bi-stable mechanism


Our new Southco® G7 bi-stable mechanism, designed for small access doors and covers, provides a unique “hold-open/hold-closed” functionality that automatically drives to one of two positions 180 degrees apart. The first bi-stable mechanism for Southco, the user-friendly G7 allows you to integrate reliable positioning into small molded plastic applications. By molding the required installation pocket into an application, you can minimize installation costs. Additionally, the scalable design makes the G7 a suitable component for new designs and design refreshes across industries.

Key Product Features and Benefits

  • Intuitive user-friendly functionality drives panels to pre-established position and holds securely
  • Validated, tested solution ensures product reliability and minimal maintenance costs
  • Unique cartridge design enables low-cost, fast installation into nearly any injection molded product
  • Reliability and smooth operation of positioning technology can enhance overall feel and perception of quality
  • Turnkey solution simplifies specification, reduces design time and helps minimize total product cost

Customization Options

  • Holding torque
  • Stop angle
  • Multiple hold positions

The G7 allows doors to be held open for someone needing quick, efficient access. The G7 offers a quality, cost-effective way to add bi-stable functionality, with its compact design, scalability and integration as an invisible solution inform the perception of quality. As the first in a series of new positioning control devices, the G7 brings tested bi-stable functionality to applications industry-wide.

Read more about the Southco G7 bi-stable mechanism.

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