Gibraltar DCIB10-38 Die Spring Extra Heavy-duty Yellow

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR DCIB10-38 is an extra heavy-duty die spring designed for use in stamping dies, molds, and industrial tooling applications. It features a trapezoidal wire cross-section wound from chromium alloy steel, which delivers higher load capacity and longer service life compared to standard round-wire springs. The spring has a 3/8 inch hole diameter, a 3/16 inch rod diameter, and a 1-1/2 inch free length. At maximum deflection of 0.45 inches, it handles a load of 60 pounds. The yellow color coding identifies it as an extra heavy-duty unit per industry-standard color classification. This part is installed and serviced by tool and die makers, maintenance machinists, and press technicians.

This die spring is suited for high-cycle stamping and forming applications in both production tooling and secondary operations. It is designed to operate on a guided rod or inside a bored pocket where close dimensional control is required. The compact 1-1/2 inch free length makes it appropriate for space-constrained die sets. Typical install environments include progressive dies, compound dies, and injection mold assemblies across light and heavy manufacturing settings.

Key Features

• Extra heavy-duty duty rating with 60 pound maximum deflection load
• Trapezoidal wire shape provides higher load density than round-wire alternatives
• Chromium alloy steel construction for wear resistance and fatigue life
• 0.45 inch maximum deflection with a spring rate of 133 pounds per inch
• Yellow color coding per ISO 10243 and NAAMS heavy-duty classification
• Meets NAAMS, ISO 10243, and ISO 9001:2015 registered standards

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement die spring for guided-rod applications requiring a 3/8 inch hole diameter and 3/16 inch rod diameter in extra heavy-duty stamping and forming tooling.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified tool and die technicians or maintenance machinists. Before replacing a die spring, de-energize and lock out the press or machine per applicable OSHA lockout/tagout procedures. The spring must be properly aligned on the guide rod and seated squarely in the pocket to prevent lateral loading and premature fatigue. Do not compress the spring beyond its rated maximum deflection of 0.45 inches during setup or operation.