Gibraltar DCIH50-114 Heavy-duty Die Spring Red

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR DCIH50-114 is a heavy-duty die spring designed for use in stamping dies, press tooling, and industrial mold applications. It features a 2-inch hole diameter, a 1-inch rod diameter, and a free length of 4.5 inches. Wound from chromium alloy steel with a trapezoidal wire profile, this spring delivers a maximum load of 2007 pounds at full deflection and carries a spring rate of 1225 pounds per inch. The red color coding identifies the heavy-duty load class per industry convention, making quick identification straightforward during tooling setup and maintenance.

This die spring is suited for industrial press and stamping operations where consistent, high-load spring return force is required. Typical applications include injection molds, stamping dies, and stripper plate assemblies in both production and toolroom environments. Qualified tooling engineers, die makers, and industrial maintenance technicians handle installation and replacement. The spring meets NAAMS (North American Automotive Metric Standard) and ISO 10243 international standards, making it appropriate for automotive and precision manufacturing tooling.

Key Features

• Heavy-duty load class with a spring rate of 1225 pounds per inch
• Maximum deflection load of 2007 pounds (8931.15 N)
• Trapezoidal wire profile for higher load capacity relative to round-wire designs
• Chromium alloy steel construction for fatigue resistance under cyclic loading
• Red color coding for immediate heavy-duty class identification
• Meets NAAMS, ISO 10243, and is manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 registered quality systems

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement die spring for industrial stamping dies, injection molds, and press tooling applications requiring a 2-inch hole diameter and 1-inch rod diameter with a 4.5-inch free length in the heavy-duty load class.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by qualified die makers or industrial maintenance technicians. Always relieve all press or mold clamping pressure and de-energize associated equipment before removing or installing die springs. Verify that the bore and rod dimensions of the tooling match the spring specifications before seating the spring. Do not grind or modify the spring ends, as this compromises fatigue life and load ratings.