Solera 69" Flat Awning Support Arm | 281152 | White | Gas Strut

Restore or upgrade your RV's awning support with the Solera 281152 Standard Flat Awning Support Arm Assembly (69", White). This genuine Solera (Lippert) replacement support arm provides the structural extension mechanism that holds your awning out from the RV — engineered with an integrated gas strut for stability and effortless extension/retraction, plus a friction joint for easy angle adjustment to drain accumulated rainwater. Compatible with both power and manual awnings on RVs using the standard flat wall-mount extrusion.

What the Support Arm Does

The support arm is the structural component that extends from your RV's wall to hold the awning out from the vehicle:

• Extends the awning out from the RV to its operational position
• Supports the awning roller assembly at the far end
• Provides structural rigidity in wind and weather
• Manages the extension/retraction motion with gas-strut assistance
• Allows angle adjustment via the friction joint for rainwater drainage

⚠️ Solera Awning Arm Sizing — Verify Before Ordering

Solera offers three different awning arm styles, each sized to a specific wall-mount extrusion length. To order the correct replacement, measure the length of your existing wall-mount extrusion from top to bottom:

• Short style: Wall mount measures 61-1/2"
• Pitched style: Wall mount measures 66-1/8"
• Flat style (this 281152): Wall mount measures 69"

Ordering the wrong style will result in incompatible fitment. Always measure your existing wall-mount extrusion before ordering — the length determines which arm variant is correct for your awning.

Integrated Gas Strut for Smooth Operation

The 281152 features an integrated gas strut — a meaningful upgrade over basic spring-tension arms:

• Smooth, controlled extension — gas strut assists the arm out from the stowed position
• Effortless retraction — gas strut handles weight return on retraction
• Added stability when the awning is deployed
• Reduces strain on the awning drive motor (for power awnings) by handling the weight loading
• Easier manual operation (for manual awnings) by reducing required effort

Friction Joint for Rainwater Drainage

The 281152's friction joint allows easy adjustment of the awning angle:

• Tilt one side down to direct accumulated rainwater off the awning fabric
• Prevents pooling that could stress the fabric or arm assembly
• Adjustable without tools — friction joint holds position without specific locks
• Critical for storms and heavy rain when rapid drainage adjustment may be needed

For Both Power and Manual Awnings

The 281152 is engineered for both power-operated and manually-operated awnings — broader compatibility than many awning support arms that are specific to one operation type. Verify your existing awning operation type as part of your overall awning configuration assessment.

White Finish

This is the white variant of the 281152 support arm — matching white awning hardware on most RVs. Verify the existing arm color on your awning installation before ordering — color match matters for visual cohesion.

When to Replace the Support Arm

Common reasons to replace the 281152:

• Existing arm is bent, damaged, or visibly compromised
• Gas strut has failed — arm doesn't extend/retract smoothly
• Friction joint is loose — arm doesn't hold angle adjustments
• Corrosion or pitting from weather exposure
• Awning has been damaged in transit or storms, requiring arm replacement
• Cosmetic refresh as part of broader awning service

Use with Standard Awning Roller Assemblies

The 281152 support arm is designed to be used with standard awning roller assemblies (sold separately). The arm provides the structural extension; the roller assembly holds and tensions the awning fabric. Both components together complete a functional awning installation.

⚠️ Professional Installation Recommended

RV awning support arm installation involves working with the awning's tensioned components and the wall mount of the RV. Awnings under tension can cause injury during disassembly. Installation should be performed by a qualified RV service technician with experience working on tensioned awning systems.

1-Year Limited Warranty

The 281152 is backed by a 1-year limited warranty — protecting against manufacturing defects.

Genuine Solera (Lippert) OEM

As a Solera factory replacement part (manufactured by Lippert), the 281152 is built to OEM specifications for compatible Solera awning installations.

Key Features

• Genuine Solera (Lippert) awning support arm
• Flat style — for wall-mount extrusions measuring 69"
• 69" arm length
• Integrated gas strut — smooth extension/retraction and stability
• Friction joint — adjustable angle for rainwater drainage
• White finish
• For both power and manual awnings
• Use with standard awning roller assemblies (sold separately)
• Sibling variants available: Short (61-1/2") and Pitched (66-1/8") styles for different wall-mount lengths
• Backed by 1-year limited warranty

What's Included

• (1) Solera 69" Standard Flat Awning Support Arm Assembly

NOT Included (sold separately):

• Awning roller assembly
• Awning fabric
• Second support arm (most awnings need two arms — one for each side)

Specifications

• Brand: Solera (Lippert)
• Part Number: 281152
• UPC: 848150008770
• Type: Awning Support Arm Assembly
• Style: Standard Flat
• Arm Length: 69"
• Compatible Wall Mount Length: 69" extrusion (Flat style)
• Compatibility: Power AND manual awnings
• Integrated Gas Strut: Yes
• Friction Joint: Yes (for rainwater drainage angle adjustment)
• Color: White
• Sibling Variants Available: Short (61-1/2"), Pitched (66-1/8")
• Warranty: 1-year limited warranty