{"product_id":"gibraltar-dcim20-152-die-spring-6-in-blue-medium-duty","title":"Gibraltar DCIM20-152 Die Spring 6 in Blue Medium-duty","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe GIBRALTAR DCIM20-152 is a medium-duty die spring designed for use in stamping dies, molds, and industrial tooling applications. It features a trapezoidal wire shape wound from chromium alloy steel, which provides consistent force output and fatigue resistance under cyclic loading. The spring has a 3\/4 inch hole diameter, a 3\/8 inch rod diameter, and a 6 inch free length. It is color-coded blue in accordance with standard die spring duty classifications, making it straightforward to identify and replace in multi-spring tooling setups. Typical installers are tool and die technicians, machine builders, and maintenance machinists working on press tooling or injection mold assemblies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis spring is suited for medium-load press tooling, stripper plates, blank holders, and similar die components where controlled deflection and repeatable spring force are required. The 6 inch free length and 2.52 inch maximum deflection accommodate a useful stroke range in standard die sets. With a maximum deflection load of 184 pounds, it handles moderate clamping and stripping forces in production tooling environments. It is sold individually and is appropriate for both OEM die builds and maintenance replacement applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrapezoidal wire cross-section for higher load capacity versus round-wire springs of equal envelope size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChromium alloy steel construction for extended cycle life under repetitive compression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue color coding identifies medium-duty rating per industry die spring standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e184 pound maximum deflection load with a spring rate of 73 pounds per inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeets NAAMS, ISO 10243, and ISO 9001:2015 standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.52 inch maximum deflection with a compressed length at maximum load of 2.52 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit die spring for standard die sets and tooling plates requiring a medium-duty blue-class spring with a 3\/4 inch hole diameter and 3\/8 inch rod diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation is typically performed by qualified tool and die technicians or maintenance machinists. Relieve all press tonnage and de-energize the press before removing or installing die springs. Inspect the spring pocket and guide rod for wear or damage prior to installation, as misalignment will shorten spring service life. Never compress a die spring beyond its rated maximum deflection, as over-compression accelerates fatigue failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHole Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRod Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.375 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Deflection\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.52 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompressed Length at Maximum Load\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.52 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Deflection Load\u003c\/strong\u003e: 184 pounds (818.80 N)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e: 73 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\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blue\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\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.2394 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandards\u003c\/strong\u003e: NAAMS, ISO 10243, ISO 9001:2015\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: DCIM20-152\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GIBRALTAR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51717299110194,"sku":"DCIM20-152","price":17.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/8477d30eb59bfd84b395ee0abe7101d1_3ad9ec6b-f77d-4fab-b290-6bc28528c369.jpg?v=1788538063","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/gibraltar-dcim20-152-die-spring-6-in-blue-medium-duty","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}