{"product_id":"gibraltar-dcil25-178-die-spring-7-in-light-duty-green","title":"Gibraltar DCIL25-178 Die Spring 7 in Light-duty Green","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe GIBRALTAR DCIL25-178 is a light-duty die spring designed for use in press tooling, stamping dies, and industrial punch-and-die assemblies. It features a 1 inch hole diameter, a 0.5 inch rod diameter, and a 7 inch free length. The trapezoidal wire cross-section increases the active coil contact area compared to round wire, delivering more consistent force output over the spring's travel. Built from chromium alloy steel, this spring resists fatigue and deformation under repeated cycling. It is color-coded green to indicate light-duty classification, following standard die spring identification conventions used across the tooling industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis spring is suited for light-duty tooling applications in stamping, forming, and die-set assemblies where controlled, repeatable force is required over a moderate travel range. It fits standard die sets accepting a 1 inch bore and a 0.5 inch guide rod. Typical installers include tool-and-die makers, press maintenance technicians, and industrial maintenance mechanics working in manufacturing environments. The green color coding makes it straightforward to identify and replace within multi-spring assemblies during scheduled die maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight-duty classification with a maximum deflection load of 252 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum deflection of 3.75 inches, giving a compressed solid length of 3.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring rate of 67 pounds per inch for predictable, linear force output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrapezoidal wire shape increases coil density and fatigue life versus round wire designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChromium alloy steel construction for durability under repeated press cycling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen color coding follows industry-standard die spring duty identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeets NAAMS, ISO 10243, and ISO 9001:2015 standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a standard replacement die spring for light-duty tooling applications requiring a 1 inch hole diameter and 0.5 inch rod diameter with a 7 inch free length, conforming to NAAMS and ISO 10243 dimensional standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDie spring replacement is performed by qualified tool-and-die technicians or industrial maintenance mechanics. Always relieve all press tonnage and de-energize the press before disassembling the die set. Ensure the guide rod and bore surfaces are clean and within tolerance before seating the replacement spring. Do not compress the spring beyond its rated maximum deflection, as over-travel will cause permanent set and 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 inch\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: 3.75 inches (95.25 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTravel to Solid Load\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3.7441 inches (95.10 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Deflection Load\u003c\/strong\u003e: 252 pounds (1121.40 N)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e: 67 pounds per inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompressed Length at Maximum Load\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuty Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e: Light-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 Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.46 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandards\u003c\/strong\u003e: NAAMS, ISO 10243, ISO 9001:2015\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: DCIL25-178\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GIBRALTAR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51691591663922,"sku":"DCIL25-178","price":20.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/2cdbb985e000cfff61dac23e5c17f698.jpg?v=1788287451","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/gibraltar-dcil25-178-die-spring-7-in-light-duty-green","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}