Gibraltar DCIH10-64 Heavy-duty Die Spring Red

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR DCIH10-64 is a heavy-duty die spring designed for use in die sets, molds, and precision tooling applications. Built from chromium alloy steel with a trapezoidal wire profile, it delivers a spring rate of 56 pounds per inch and a maximum deflection load of 65 pounds. The 0.375-inch hole diameter and 0.1875-inch rod diameter define the fit envelope, while the 2.5-inch free length suits compact tooling cavities. Licensed toolmakers and die maintenance technicians are the primary installers. The red color coding conforms to industry-standard duty-rating identification, making it easy to verify specification at a glance during setup or replacement.

This spring is suited for stamping dies, injection molds, punching fixtures, and similar industrial tooling where consistent, repeatable spring force is required. The DCIH10-64 meets NAAMS, ISO 10243, and ISO 9001:2015 standards, making it appropriate for automotive tooling programs and other precision manufacturing environments that require documented material compliance. Individual piece packaging supports single-unit replacement without requiring a full set swap.

Key Features

• Heavy-duty chromium alloy steel construction for high-cycle tooling environments
• Trapezoidal wire cross-section for increased load capacity relative to round-wire springs of the same envelope
• 65-pound maximum deflection load with a spring rate of 56 pounds per inch
• 1.16-inch maximum deflection travel within a 2.5-inch free length
• Red color coding identifies heavy-duty duty rating per ISO 10243 conventions
• Compliant with NAAMS, ISO 10243, and ISO 9001:2015 standards

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement die spring for tooling applications requiring a 0.375-inch hole diameter, 0.1875-inch rod diameter, and 2.5-inch free length in the heavy-duty red duty classification.

Installation Notes

Die springs are installed and serviced by toolmakers or die maintenance technicians. Always relieve all stored energy and lock out the press or machine before removing or installing a die spring. Verify hole diameter, rod diameter, free length, and duty rating against tooling drawings before installation. Do not compress the spring beyond its rated maximum deflection, as exceeding travel limits accelerates fatigue and can cause premature failure.