Gibraltar DCIL16-32 Die Spring Light Duty Green

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR DCIL16-32 is a light-duty die spring designed for use in stamping dies, molds, and industrial tooling applications. It features a trapezoidal wire cross-section wound from chromium alloy steel, which provides consistent load performance and resistance to fatigue under cyclic compression. The spring carries a maximum deflection load of 92 pounds and allows up to 0.69 inches of maximum deflection. With a free length of 1.25 inches and a hole diameter of 0.625 inches, it fits over an 11/32-inch (0.3438 inches) rod. The green color coding indicates light-duty classification, making it easy to identify in multi-spring tooling setups.

This die spring is suited for light-duty press tooling, fixture work, and component ejection functions in stamping or injection mold assemblies. It is installed by toolmakers, die setters, and maintenance machinists working on production tooling. The compact free length makes it appropriate for applications with limited pocket depth. It meets NAAMS and ISO 10243 dimensional standards, which allows it to serve as a direct replacement in tooling designed to those specifications.

Key Features

• Trapezoidal wire profile for higher load capacity relative to round-wire springs of the same envelope
• Chromium alloy steel construction for fatigue resistance under repeated compression cycles
• Light-duty green color coding for quick visual identification in multi-spring die assemblies
• Maximum deflection load of 92 pounds with a spring rate of 133 pounds per inch
• Meets NAAMS, ISO 10243, and is manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 registered quality standards
• Compressed length at maximum load of 0.69 inches

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit replacement for light-duty die springs conforming to NAAMS and ISO 10243 dimensional standards, with a 0.625-inch hole diameter and 11/32-inch rod diameter envelope.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by toolmakers or die maintenance technicians during press downtime with the machine locked out and de-energized per established LOTO procedures. The spring should be seated squarely in the die pocket with the rod centered through the bore to prevent side loading. Do not compress the spring beyond its rated maximum deflection of 0.69 inches, as this will accelerate fatigue failure. Inspect mating pocket and rod dimensions against the hole diameter and rod diameter specifications before installation.