Gibraltar DCIH25-114 Heavy-duty Die Spring Red

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR DCIH25-114 is a heavy-duty die spring engineered for use in stamping dies, punch presses, and precision tooling applications. Built from chromium alloy steel with a trapezoidal wire profile, this spring delivers consistent force across its 4.5-inch free length. It carries a maximum deflection load of 654 pounds and a maximum deflection of 1.62 inches, making it a reliable choice where controlled, repeatable spring pressure is required. The red color coding indicates heavy-duty load classification per industry standards. This part is installed by toolmakers, die setters, and press maintenance technicians working in manufacturing and fabrication environments.

This die spring is suited for industrial tooling setups requiring a 1-inch hole diameter and a 0.5-inch rod diameter. The 4.5-inch free length and 403 pounds-per-inch spring rate make it appropriate for medium-to-high-force die applications in both production and job-shop settings. Compressed length at maximum load is 1.62 inches, with travel to solid load measuring approximately 1.59 inches. It is a direct-fit replacement or upgrade where heavy-duty red-series die springs are specified.

Key Features

• Heavy-duty load classification with a maximum deflection load of 654 pounds (2910.30 Newtons)
• Trapezoidal wire cross-section provides higher load capacity relative to round-wire springs of similar size
• Chromium alloy steel construction for durability under repeated compression cycles
• Spring rate of 403 pounds per inch for predictable, consistent force output
• Red color coding for fast visual identification of heavy-duty class on the shop floor
• Meets NAAMS, ISO 10243, and ISO 9001:2015 standards

Compatibility

Designed as a heavy-duty die spring replacement or new installation for tooling applications requiring a 1-inch hole diameter and 0.5-inch rod diameter with a 4.5-inch free length, conforming to NAAMS and ISO 10243 dimensional standards.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified toolmakers or die maintenance technicians. Always relieve all press pressure and lock out the press before removing or installing die springs. Ensure the mating rod and pocket dimensions match the specified 0.5-inch rod diameter and 1-inch hole diameter before seating the spring. Do not compress the spring beyond the rated maximum deflection of 1.62 inches, as over-compression can cause permanent set or premature failure.