Gibraltar DCIM16-32 Die Spring Blue Medium-duty

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR DCIM16-32 is a medium-duty die spring engineered for use in stamping dies, molds, and tooling fixtures where consistent, repeatable compression force is required. Built from chromium alloy steel with a trapezoidal wire profile, this spring delivers a maximum deflection load of 128 pounds and a spring rate of 228 pounds per inch. The blue color coding identifies it as a medium-duty unit per ISO and NAAMS standards. It is specified and installed by tool-and-die technicians, mold makers, and precision fabrication professionals maintaining production tooling.

This die spring is suited for die sets, injection mold tooling, stamping presses, and other industrial tooling applications requiring a compact, reliable compression spring. With a free length of 1.25 inches, a hole diameter of 0.625 inches, and a rod diameter of 0.3438 inches, it fits standard medium-duty die spring pockets in production tooling. It is sold individually and is appropriate for both new tooling builds and replacement service on existing die assemblies.

Key Features

• Chromium alloy steel construction for high fatigue resistance in cyclic compression applications
• Trapezoidal wire cross-section provides higher load capacity in a compact envelope compared to round wire
• Maximum deflection load of 128 pounds at 0.56 inches of travel
• Spring rate of 228 pounds per inch for predictable, linear force delivery
• Blue color coding indicates medium-duty rating per NAAMS and ISO 10243 standards
• Compressed length at maximum load of 0.56 inches

Compatibility

Designed as a medium-duty die spring replacement or new-build component for standard die spring pockets conforming to NAAMS and ISO 10243 dimensional specifications with a 0.625-inch hole diameter and 0.3438-inch rod diameter.

Installation Notes

Die spring installation and replacement is performed by qualified tool-and-die or mold maintenance technicians. De-energize and fully relieve all press and tooling loads before removing or installing springs. Ensure the spring pocket and rod dimensions match the spring bore and rod diameter to prevent buckling or misalignment under load. Never exceed the maximum deflection value of 0.56 inches, as operating beyond rated travel will reduce fatigue life and may cause premature failure.