Associated Spring Raymond 104-208 Die Spring Red

Product Description

The ASSOCIATED SPRING RAYMOND 104-208 is a medium heavy-duty die spring designed for use in stamping dies, press tooling, and industrial machinery applications. It features a 0.5 inch hole diameter, a 9/32 inch rod diameter, and a 2 inch free length. The trapezoidal wire shape distributes stress more evenly than round wire, extending service life under repeated compression cycles. With a spring rate of 75 pounds per inch and a maximum deflection load of 55.5 pounds at 0.74 inches of travel, this spring delivers consistent, predictable force output. It is manufactured from chromium alloy steel and color-coded red to indicate medium heavy-duty duty rating for fast identification during tooling setup and maintenance.

This die spring is suited for use in punch and die assemblies, stripper plates, and pressure pads in stamping and forming operations. The red color coding follows the ISO 10243 die spring standard color classification system, making it straightforward to identify and replace during tool maintenance. It is appropriate for both light-production and higher-cycle industrial tooling where a compact, reliable compression spring is required. Tooling engineers, die makers, and maintenance technicians are the primary installers.

Key Features

• Trapezoidal wire cross-section for improved fatigue resistance over round wire springs
• 0.5 inch hole diameter and 9/32 inch rod diameter for standard die spring pocket and pin fitment
• 2 inch free length with 0.74 inches maximum deflection
• Spring rate of 75 pounds per inch for consistent, calculable force output
• Chromium alloy steel construction for durability under cyclic loading
• Red color coding indicates medium heavy-duty rating per ISO die spring classification

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit die spring for stamping and forming tooling applications requiring a 0.5 inch hole diameter, 9/32 inch rod diameter, and 2 inch free length in the medium heavy-duty duty rating class.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by tooling engineers, die makers, or qualified maintenance technicians. Always de-energize and lock out press equipment before servicing die components. Verify that the spring pocket depth and rod clearance match the spring dimensions before installation. Do not compress the spring beyond the rated maximum deflection of 0.74 inches, as over-compression will permanently damage the spring and reduce service life.