Gibraltar DCIL32-44 Die Spring Light-duty Green

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR DCIL32-44 is a light-duty die spring designed for use in tooling, stamping, and press applications where consistent, repeatable compression force is required. Manufactured from chromium alloy steel with a trapezoidal wire profile, this spring delivers a maximum deflection load of 518 pounds at 1.09 inches of travel. The 1-3/4 inch free length and green color coding conform to international die spring standards, making identification and replacement straightforward for toolmakers, maintenance technicians, and die shop personnel. It weighs approximately 0.19 pounds.

This spring is suited for light-duty die and mold applications in both production and maintenance environments. The 1-1/4 inch hole diameter accommodates standard die post sizing, and the 5/8 inch rod diameter provides stable guided compression throughout the stroke. Typical installations include progressive dies, blanking dies, injection mold components, and mechanical press tooling where controlled spring-back force is needed.

Key Features

• Light-duty rating with a maximum deflection load of 518 pounds (2305.10 N)
• Trapezoidal wire cross-section for higher load capacity relative to round-wire springs of comparable size
• Chromium alloy steel construction for fatigue resistance in cyclic compression applications
• Green color coding for quick visual identification per NAAMS and ISO 10243 standards
• 1.09 inches maximum deflection with a spring rate of 475 lb/in
• Compliant with NAAMS, ISO 10243, and manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 registered quality systems

Compatibility

Designed as a standard replacement die spring for light-duty tooling applications conforming to NAAMS and ISO 10243 specifications with a 1-1/4 inch hole diameter and 5/8 inch rod diameter.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by toolmakers or die maintenance technicians during die assembly or planned maintenance intervals. Always relieve all press and die pressure before disassembling tooling and removing springs. Confirm the rod and hole diameters match the die post and guide bushing dimensions before seating the spring. Do not exceed the rated maximum deflection of 1.09 inches, as over-compression will accelerate fatigue failure and reduce service life.