{"product_id":"gibraltar-dcih25-178-heavy-duty-die-spring-7-inch-red","title":"Gibraltar DCIH25-178 Heavy-duty Die Spring 7 Inch Red","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe GIBRALTAR DCIH25-178 is a heavy-duty die spring designed for use in stamping dies, molds, and industrial tooling applications where consistent, high-force return pressure is required. Built from chromium alloy steel with a trapezoidal wire profile, this spring delivers a maximum deflection load of 662 pounds (2945.90 N) and a spring rate of 258 pounds per inch. The 7-inch free length compresses to a solid length of approximately 2.56 inches at maximum load, providing 2.56 inches of usable deflection travel. The red color coding indicates heavy-duty load classification, following industry-standard color identification used across NAAMS and ISO 10243 systems. Licensed tool and die makers, machinists, and industrial maintenance technicians are the primary installers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis die spring is suited for use in progressive dies, injection molds, metal stamping fixtures, and similar high-cycle tooling found in automotive, aerospace, and general manufacturing environments. Its trapezoidal wire cross-section increases coil contact area compared to round wire, supporting higher load capacity within a compact envelope. The 1-inch hole diameter accommodates standard guide posts, and the 0.5-inch rod diameter fits common inner-rod retention configurations used in production tooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty load rating with 662 pounds maximum deflection load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrapezoidal wire shape for higher load capacity and longer fatigue life compared to round wire springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChromium alloy steel construction for durability under high-cycle conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed color coding for immediate heavy-duty load class identification per NAAMS and ISO 10243 standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring rate of 258 pounds per inch for predictable, consistent force output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeets NAAMS, ISO 10243, and ISO 9001:2015 registered standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit die spring for heavy-duty stamping dies, injection molds, and industrial tooling that require a 1-inch hole diameter, 0.5-inch rod diameter, and 7-inch free length heavy-duty spring per NAAMS or ISO 10243 specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation is typically performed by tool and die makers or industrial maintenance technicians during die builds or scheduled tooling maintenance. Always relieve all press or clamp pressure and lock out the machine before removing or installing die springs. Verify that the guide post and rod dimensions match the hole and rod diameter specifications before seating the spring. Do not compress the spring beyond its rated maximum deflection of 2.56 inches to avoid damage or premature failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHole Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRod Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Deflection\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.56 inches (65.02 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTravel To Solid Load\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.5551 inches (64.90 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompressed Length At Maximum Load\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.56 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Deflection Load\u003c\/strong\u003e: 662 pounds (2945.90 N)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e: 258 pounds per inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuty Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e: Heavy-Duty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWire Shape\u003c\/strong\u003e: Trapezoidal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Chromium Alloy Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e: Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.62 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandards\u003c\/strong\u003e: NAAMS (North American Automotive Metric Standard), ISO 10243, ISO 9001:2015 Registered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUNSPSC Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: 31161905\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: GIBRALTAR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: DCIH25-178\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GIBRALTAR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51718247514418,"sku":"DCIH25-178","price":23.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/2638e157a547ba77af047ecfee97cb8b.jpg?v=1788551127","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/gibraltar-dcih25-178-heavy-duty-die-spring-7-inch-red","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}