Gibraltar DCIL12.5-89 Die Spring Light Duty Green

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR DCIL12.5-89 is a light-duty die spring designed for use in tooling, stamping, and press applications where consistent, repeatable spring force is required. Built from chromium alloy steel with a trapezoidal wire cross-section, this spring delivers a maximum deflection load of 61.00 pounds and a spring rate of 27.0 pounds per inch. The 0.5 inch hole diameter accepts a 0.281 inch rod, and the 3.5 inch free length compresses to a solid length of 2.24 inches at maximum load. The green color coding identifies it as a light-duty rating per ISO 10243 and NAAMS standards. Die springs of this type are typically installed by tool and die makers, press maintenance technicians, and precision machining shops.

This die spring is suited for light-duty cycling applications in progressive dies, stamping dies, injection molds, and similar tooling setups. The trapezoidal wire profile maximizes wire contact area within the coil, increasing load capacity and service life compared to round wire alternatives. Applications include component ejection, stripper plates, pressure pads, and guide pin assemblies in both prototype and production tooling environments.

Key Features

• Light-duty chromium alloy steel construction for long service life under cyclic loading
• Trapezoidal wire shape provides higher load capacity relative to outside diameter compared to round wire springs
• Maximum deflection load of 61.00 pounds at 2.24 inches of travel
• Spring rate of 27.0 pounds per inch for predictable, linear force response
• Green color coding indicates light-duty rating per ISO 10243 and NAAMS standards
• Conforms to ISO 10243, NAAMS, and is manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 registered quality systems

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit die spring for light-duty tooling and press applications requiring a 0.5 inch hole diameter, 0.281 inch rod diameter, and 3.5 inch free length per ISO 10243 and NAAMS dimensional standards.

Installation Notes

Die springs should be installed by qualified tool and die technicians or press maintenance personnel. Always relieve all stored energy and lock out the press or tooling before removing or installing springs. Ensure the rod diameter and housing bore match the spring specifications to prevent binding or lateral loading. Do not compress beyond the rated maximum deflection to avoid permanent set or premature fatigue failure.