Gibraltar DCIL16-64 Light-duty Die Spring Green

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR DCIL16-64 is a light-duty die spring designed for use in stamping dies, injection molds, and other precision tooling 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 111 pounds and a spring rate of 72 pounds per inch. The green color coding identifies it as a light-duty unit per standard die spring classification. It is typically installed and replaced by tool and die makers, machine maintenance technicians, and industrial press operators working on production tooling setups.

This die spring fits applications calling for a 0.625-inch hole diameter and a 0.344-inch rod diameter, with a free length of 2.5 inches. It is suited for light-load stamping dies, progressive dies, and mold assemblies where controlled compression travel up to 1.54 inches is needed. Its conformance to NAAMS and ISO 10243 standards makes it appropriate for automotive tooling and other precision manufacturing environments with strict dimensional requirements.

Key Features

• Light-duty rating with 111-pound maximum deflection load and 72 pounds per inch spring rate
• Trapezoidal wire shape provides higher load capacity relative to round wire at the same envelope size
• Chromium alloy steel construction for durability under cyclic compression loads
• Green color coding for quick visual identification of duty class during maintenance
• Meets NAAMS, ISO 10243, and ISO 9001:2015 standards for precision tooling applications
• Maximum deflection of 1.54 inches within a 2.5-inch free length

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement die spring for tooling applications requiring a 0.625-inch hole diameter, 0.344-inch rod diameter, and 2.5-inch free length in a light-duty green classification per NAAMS and ISO 10243 standards.

Installation Notes

Die spring replacement is typically performed by qualified tool and die technicians or maintenance personnel during scheduled tooling service. Always de-energize and lock out the press or molding machine before accessing the die set. Inspect the mating hole and rod dimensions to confirm fit before installation, and verify that the replacement spring duty class and free length match the original tooling specification. Do not compress the spring beyond its rated maximum deflection to avoid permanent set or fatigue failure.