Associated Spring Raymond 205-308 Die Spring Red Strong

Product Description

The ASSOCIATED SPRING RAYMOND 205-308 is a red-coded, strong-duty die spring designed for use in stamping dies, press tooling, and other high-cycle industrial applications. Built from chromium alloy steel with a trapezoidal wire cross-section, this spring delivers a maximum deflection load of 127.60 pounds (567.60 N) over a maximum deflection of 15.30 mm. The 2-inch (51 mm) free length and compact rod diameter make it a direct fit for standard die sets. Installation is typically performed by tool and die makers or maintenance machinists during die assembly or press maintenance.

This die spring is suited for use in metal stamping, forming, and punching operations where consistent, high-force return action is required. The red color coding indicates strong duty per ISO 10243, making it appropriate for applications that demand greater load capacity than standard or medium-duty springs. It fits dies with a 16 mm hole diameter and an 8 mm rod diameter, following internationally standardized dimensions.

Key Features

• Strong duty rating with maximum deflection load of 127.60 pounds (567.60 N)
• Trapezoidal wire cross-section for higher load capacity compared to round-wire springs
• Chromium alloy steel construction for durability under high-cycle fatigue conditions
• Red color coding per ISO 10243 for quick duty-rating identification
• Standardized 16 mm hole diameter and 8 mm rod diameter for broad tooling compatibility
• Travel to solid load of 15.30 mm

Compatibility

Designed as an ISO 10243-compliant strong-duty die spring for standard stamping die sets with a 16 mm hole diameter and 8 mm rod diameter.

Installation Notes

Die springs are installed by qualified tool and die makers or maintenance personnel during die assembly or replacement cycles. Always relieve press tonnage and lock out the press before accessing the die set. Inspect the spring seat and rod for wear or misalignment before seating the new spring. Do not compress a die spring beyond its rated maximum deflection, as overtravel accelerates fatigue failure.