Associated Spring Raymond 206-616 Die Spring Extra Strong Yellow

Product Description

The ASSOCIATED SPRING RAYMOND 206-616 is a heavy-duty die spring designed for use in stamping dies, punch presses, and tooling fixtures where consistent, high-force return action is required. Built from chromium alloy steel, this Extra Strong rated spring features a trapezoidal wire cross-section that maximizes load capacity within a compact envelope. With a free length of 4 inches (102 mm) and a maximum deflection of 26 mm, it delivers up to 905.98 pounds (4030 N) of load at full travel. Yellow color coding indicates the Extra Strong duty rating per ISO 10243, allowing fast visual identification during tool maintenance.

This die spring is suited for industrial tooling applications including progressive dies, compound dies, blanking dies, and forming operations in metal fabrication shops and stamping facilities. It fits a 32 mm hole diameter and accepts a 16 mm guide rod, making it compatible with standard die set configurations. Toolmakers, die setters, and maintenance machinists install this part during die builds and spring replacement service intervals.

Key Features

• Extra Strong duty rating delivers up to 905.98 lb (4030 N) maximum deflection load
• Trapezoidal wire shape provides higher load density compared to round wire die springs
• Yellow color coding indicates Extra Strong rating per ISO 10243 for fast visual identification
• Chromium alloy steel construction for durability under repeated high-cycle loading
• 26 mm maximum deflection and 26 mm travel to solid load for consistent stroke performance
• Fits standard 32 mm hole diameter and 16 mm guide rod configurations

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement die spring for standard tooling applications requiring a 32 mm hole diameter, 16 mm rod diameter, Extra Strong duty rating, and 4-inch free length per ISO 10243 specifications.

Installation Notes

Die springs are installed and replaced by toolmakers or die maintenance technicians. Ensure the press is fully de-energized, ram is blocked, and all stored energy is released before accessing the die set. Guide the spring onto the rod or into the pocket without cocking or side-loading to prevent premature fatigue. Never compress a die spring beyond its rated maximum deflection, as over-travel will cause permanent set and rapid failure.