{"product_id":"gibraltar-dcim12-5-25-die-spring-medium-duty-blue","title":"Gibraltar DCIM12.5-25 Die Spring Medium-duty Blue","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe GIBRALTAR DCIM12.5-25 is a medium-duty die spring designed for use in stamping dies, molds, and precision tooling applications. Built from chromium alloy steel with a trapezoidal wire cross-section, it delivers consistent load performance and extended service life under cyclic compression. The spring features a 0.5 inches hole diameter, a 9\/32 inches (0.2813 inches) rod diameter, and a 1 inch free length. At maximum deflection of 0.5000 inches, it generates a load of 84 pounds. The blue color coding indicates medium-duty classification per standard die spring conventions. Machinists, tool and die makers, and maintenance technicians working on stamping or injection mold tooling are the primary installers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis die spring is suited for medium-duty cycling applications in stamping dies, progressive dies, injection molds, and similar precision tooling where repeatable spring force and compact envelope size are required. Its 1 inch free length and 0.5 inches hole diameter make it appropriate for applications with limited cavity depth. The trapezoidal wire profile maximizes wire cross-section within the coil, improving load capacity and fatigue resistance compared to round wire springs of equivalent size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium-duty classification with 84 pounds maximum deflection load (373.80 N)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrapezoidal wire cross-section for improved load density and fatigue life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChromium alloy steel construction for durability under cyclic loading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.5000 inches maximum deflection with a compressed solid length of 0.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring rate of 168 pounds per inch for predictable, linear force output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue color coding for quick medium-duty identification in tooling assemblies\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 or new-installation die spring for medium-duty stamping dies, injection molds, and precision tooling assemblies requiring a 0.5 inches hole diameter and 1 inch free length per NAAMS and ISO 10243 dimensional standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation is typically performed by tool and die makers or maintenance machinists during die build or scheduled tooling maintenance. Always relieve all press or clamp pressure and de-energize the associated equipment before removing or seating die springs. Confirm rod diameter clearance and hole diameter seating before compressing the spring assembly. Do not exceed the specified maximum deflection of 0.5000 inches, as operating beyond travel-to-solid limits accelerates fatigue failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHole Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRod Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.2813 inches (9\/32 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Deflection\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.5000 inches (12.70 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTravel To Solid Load\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.5197 inches (13.20 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompressed Length At Maximum Load\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Deflection Load\u003c\/strong\u003e: 84 pounds (373.80 N)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e: 168 pounds per inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuty Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e: Medium-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\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.0145 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: DCIM12.5-25\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GIBRALTAR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51691514396978,"sku":"DCIM12.5-25","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/fdbf0f0272ac07dacb1c2442a360298f.jpg?v=1788286310","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/gibraltar-dcim12-5-25-die-spring-medium-duty-blue","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}