Catalog No.

C12118G

Micro Nitrogen Gas Springs Micro Series

PED
2014/68/EU
COMPLIANT

Ideal for Coil Spring Replacement

 Micro Series
Nitrogen Gas Springs Introduction

DADCO produces top quality products at competitive

prices and provides a superior level of customer service. DADCO offers adjustable force models that can be
Founded in 1958, DADCO is the highest volume customized to meet individual force requirements. The
producer of gas springs for press tools. DADCO’s products adjustable model may be set to the desired pressure
are widely approved and used in global operations for at the factory or in the field with appropriate charging
many industries including metal stamping, automotive and equipment. See page 18 for more information on charging
plastic injection molding. Micro Springs.
Advanced Technology Threaded Body
DADCO’s revolutionary Micro Nitrogen Gas Springs DADCO’s Threaded Body models are ideal part ejectors,
provide unparalleled versatility in industrial tools. The replacing conventional coil spring stock lifters. The E.16,
patented design offers unmatched performance in high SL.16 and E.24 are designed with domed rods to further
quality dies, molds and machines. facilitate part removal during operation. DADCO provides
Nitrogen Gas Springs vs. Coil Springs a variety of hex tools, shown on page 17, that allow for
DADCO’s Micro Nitrogen Gas Springs easily replace easy installation and removal of the Threaded Body
conventional coil springs. Micro Springs deliver more force models.
in less space than coil springs and one Micro Spring can Cost Effective
provide the force of several heavy-duty coil springs. See DADCO Micro Springs are inexpensive, easy to install,
page 3 for Coil Spring conversion information. and provide a cost-effective solution to downtime
Range of Micro Sizes problems associated with other springs.
DADCO’s Micro Nitrogen Gas Springs are available in No Preloading Required
eight models. DADCO Micro Springs deliver full rated force on contact
Maximum with no preloading required. Occasionally, slight
Threaded
Model Diameter Force on preloading is recommended, especially for stroke lengths
Body
Contact from 150-200 mm, to prevent full spring travel where
M16 x 1.5
12 mm 112 lb. material thickness varies and parts can stick (i.e. stripper
Micro 45 ®
M16 x 2 applications).
(.472˝ ) (50 daN)
5/8˝ -11
15 mm 154 lb. Rod Wiper Fights Draw Compound
Micro 70® N/A
(.591˝ ) (68 daN) DADCO’s Duralene® Rod Wiper excludes most draw die
19 mm 200 lb. M24 x 1.5 compounds. For applications where an aggressive draw
Micro 90® die compound is used contact DADCO for alternative
(.748˝ ) (89 daN) 1˝ -8
wiper options.
25 mm 450 lb.
Micro 180® N/A
(.984˝ ) (200 daN)
Guaranteed Long Life
32 mm 701 lb. In factory testing and field experience,
Micro 250® N/A
(1.260˝ ) (313 daN) the service life of DADCO’s Micro
SL.16
14 mm MAX 114 lb.
M16 x 1.5
Springs consistently exceeds one
(.551˝ ) (51 daN) million strokes. This is supported by
12 mm 95 lb. M16 x 1.5 DADCO’s written One Year/One Million Stroke
E.16
(.472˝ ) (42 daN) M16 x 2 Gold Guarantee. Contact DADCO or your representative
21.5 mm 381 lb. for more information.
E.24 M24 x 1.5
(.846˝ ) (170 daN)

The Micro 45®, Micro 70®, Micro 90®, Micro 180® and
CAD Templates On-line 
DADCO’s entire product line is available on-line in solid
Micro 250® gas springs are color-coded for easy
identification of force rating and are shipped ready to models and 2D CAD formats. For more information, visit
install. No additional equipment or previous experience our website, www.dadco.net, or contact DADCO.
with nitrogen is required.

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Application Examples Nitrogen Gas Springs

Blanking

BLANKED PART
INNER PRESSURE SHOWN WITH
PAD AND PUNCH BOTH PUNCH AND
STRIPPER CLAMPS TRIM STRIPPERS
STOCK COMPRESSED

Bend and
Flange

LEADING SPRING SPRING PAD

PAD BENDS PART HOLDS PART
BEFORE DIE WHILE CAM
MOUNTED CAM ACTION FLANGES
ENGAGES PART

Bushing
Installation
and Sizing

PART LOADED
AND MICRO BUSHING
SPRING BUSHING SIZED PART
PRESSING PRESSED AND COMPLETE
BUSHING INTO PLACE INSTALLED UNLOAD

The above examples are conceptual and are not intended as engineering design for specific forces or applications. All tool designs must be individually
engineered for their intended function. See pages 19-20 for recommendations and limitations for mounting and installation.

Coil Spring Conversion FORCE Sg

Unlike coil springs, DADCO Micro Nitrogen Gas Springs provide full rated force on
contact. This force is repeatable, eliminating scrap and maximizing productivity. One F2 Gas Spring
C2 Coil Spring
Micro Spring can provide the force of several heavy duty coil springs, and will outlast
the coil springs. F1
Most die springs have a limitation on compression, after which there is failure or
severely reduced cycle life. Heavy and extra heavy duty die springs can only be
compressed 15-20% of the closed height, after which there is failure or severely C1
reduced cycle life.
Coil spring force is based on the spring rate of the coil spring. Spring rate is
TRAVEL
determined by the material, wire diameter, spring diameter, number of coils and height
of the coil spring. Pc Sc
Pc, Preload All coil springs require a preload to achieve a contact force (C1) larger than
F1 zero. For most spring applications the preload force is the force required
C1 Stroke - Sg to strip, hold, form or return the part. As a result of the spring rate, coil
Stroke - Sc F2
springs have a continuing increase in force after preload (C1 - C2).
Free C2
OAL DADCO Micro Series Gas Springs have a much flatter curve that will
Length Closed Closed
Height Height not exceed 30% of the original force for any stroke size (F1 - F2). When
retrofitting coil springs calculate the total preloaded force required for the
application. The number and color (load rating) of Micro Gas Springs can
then be determined.
Diameter Diameter
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 Micro Series
Nitrogen Gas Springs Micro 45®

ø6
.24

Stroke C L
3 Part No. mm ±0.4
Stroke
.11 inch ±0.015

• C.045.007 07 49 56
.28 1.93 2.205
17
.67 C.045.010 10 52 62
.39 2.05 2.441
R.79
L C.045.013 12.7 54.7 67.4
.031
.50 2.15 2.654
ø10.4
.41 C 15 57 72
• C.045.015
.59 2.24 2.835

C.045.019 19 61 80
.75 2.40 3.149

• C.045.025 25 67 92
.98 2.64 3.622

• C.045.038 38 80 118
ø12 h11 5 1.50 3.15 4.646
.472 .20
• C.045.050 50 92 142
M6 x 1 Tap 1.97 3.62 5.591
7 Deep 63.5 108.5 172
.28 C.045.063
2.50 4.27 6.772

C.045.080 80 125 205

3.15 4.92 8.071
• Preferred Sizes

On-Contact Force – Adjustable Black Model

Imperial Metric
Force Initial Final Pressure Pressure Force Pressure Force
lb. lb. psi (psi) (lb.-f) (bar) (daN)
Chart daN daN bar
2560 112 177 50
Yellow - YW 112 166 2560
50 74 177 2200 96 150 42
84 124 1920 2000 88 125 35
Red - RD 37 55 132 1750 77 100 28
Blue - BU 56 83 1280 1500 66 75 21
25 37 88
1000 44 50 14
Green - GR 28 41 640
12 18 44 500 22 35 10
260 11 18 5
Black - BK See Charts
P = F ÷ .044 F = P x .044 P = F ÷ .283 F = P x .283

Ordering Example:
C.045.007. GR

Part Number: Force:

Includes Series, Model and Stroke Length YW, RD, BU, GR
BK – Black adjustable model - specify pressure:
18 – 177 bar (260 – 2560 psi).
Ordering Example: C.045.007.BK.150

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Micro 45 Mounts ®
Nitrogen Gas Springs
Attachable Mount Options
RM C45-RM NF C45-NF RF C45-RF

ø25 34
16 1.35 ø25
.984 .63 2 x ø6.6
.26 .984
ø36
1.42 ø36
2 x M5 SHCS 1.42
#10 SHCS 24 2 x ø6.6
.945 .26
Stroke Stroke
21.5 21.5
12.7 9 .85 .85
.50 9
.35 .35

Split
SLIDE INTO wire ring Split
DESIRED included wire ring
LOCATION 90.55.045 included
AND LOCK 90.55.045

DADCO-LOK Narrow Flange Round Flange

Threaded Body Styles

TB1, TB2 & TB4 Jam Nut TB3
9.5
.37
17
D .67

LOCKING C
ELEMENT LOCKING
8.5 Stroke B ELEMENT Stroke
.33 Thd.

5 L
A
.20
L 13.5
40 40 .53
1.58 C C45-JN1 SL16-JN C45-JN4 1.58
9 8 8
A .36 .31 .31
C

TB2 TB1, M16 x TB3

B 5/8˝-11 M16 x 2
TB4 1.5
23.8 24 24
C
.938 .95 .95
TB2 TB4 TB1 27.5 28 28 TB3
D
Thread M16 x 1.5 M16 x 2 5/8˝-11 1.08 1.10 1.10 Thread M16 x 2

Ordering Example: C.045.007. TB1. GR

Force:
Part Number:
YW, RD, BU, GR
Includes Series, Model and Stroke Length
BK – Black adjustable model - specify pressure:
Mount Option: 18 – 177 bar (260 – 2560 psi).
RM, NF, RF, TB1, TB2, TB3, TB4 Ordering Example: C.045.007.TB1.BK.150
Mount Only Ordering Example: C45-RM
Refer to Bulletin #B04120 for GC.045.015.TB5 information.
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Nitrogen Gas Springs Micro 70®

ø7 Stroke C L
.28 Part No. mm ±0.4
inch ±0.015

2.5 Stroke • C.070.007 07 49 56

.10 .28 1.93 2.205

C.070.010 10 52 62
.39 2.05 2.441
17
.67 12.7 54.7 67.4
C.070.013
.50 2.15 2.654
R.79 L 15 57 72
ø13.4 .031 • C.070.015
.59 2.24 2.835
.53
• C.070.025 25 67 92
C .98 2.64 3.622

• C.070.038 38 80 118
1.50 3.15 4.646

• C.070.050 50 92 142
1.97 3.62 5.591
ø15 h11 5 63.5 108.5 172
.591 C.070.063
.20 2.50 4.27 6.772

• C.070.080 80 125 205

M6 x 1 Tap 3.15 4.92 8.071
7 Deep
.28 C.070.100 100 145 245
3.94 5.71 9.646

C.070.125 125 170 295

4.92 6.69 11.614
• Preferred Sizes

On-Contact Force – Adjustable Black Model

Force Initial Final Pressure
lb. lb. psi Imperial Metric
Chart daN daN bar
Pressure Force Pressure Force
Yellow - YW 154 208 2560
68 93 177 (psi) (lb.-f) (bar) (daN)
115 156 1920 2560 154 177 68
Red - RD 51 69 132 2200 132 150 57
Blue - BU 77 104 1280 2000 120 125 48
34 46 88
1750 105 100 38
Green - GR 38 52 640
17 23 44 1500 90 75 29
1000 60 50 19
Black - BK See Charts
500 30 35 13
P = F ÷ .060 F = P x .060 P = F ÷ 0.38 F = P x 0.38

P = F ÷ .060 F = P x .060 P= F ÷ 0.38 F = P x 0.38

Ordering Example: C.070.007. GR

Part Number: Force:

Includes Series, Model and Stroke Length YW, RD, BU, GR
BK – Black adjustable model - specify pressure:
35 – 177 bar (500 – 2560 psi).
Ordering Example: C.070.007.BK.150

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 Micro Series
Micro 70 Mounts
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Nitrogen Gas Springs

RM C70-RM

ø28
1.102
ø40
1.58
2 x M5 SHCS
#10 SHCS

12.7
.50

SLIDE INTO
DESIRED
LOCATION
AND LOCK

DADCO-LOK

FA C70-FA RF C70-RF

24 37 ø27
.95 1.46 2 x ø6.6 1.063
.26
ø37
1.46
2 x ø6.6
27 .26
1.063

Stroke Stroke
21.5
.85 21.5
9 9 .85
.35 .35

Split Split
wire ring wire ring
included included
90.55.070 90.55.070

Narrow Flange Round Flange

Ordering Example: C.070.007. RM. GR

Force:
Part Number:
YW, RD, BU, GR
Includes Series, Model and Stroke Length
BK – Black adjustable model - specify pressure:
Mount Option: 35 – 177 bar (500 – 2560 psi).
RM, FA, RF Ordering Example: C.070.007.RM.BK.150
Mount Only Ordering Example: C70-RM

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Nitrogen Gas Springs Micro 90®
ø8 Stroke C L
.31 Part No. mm ±0.4
inch ±0.015

• C.090.007 07 49 56
2 Stroke .28 1.93 2.205
.08 10 52 62
C.090.010
.39 2.05 2.441
C.090.013 12.7 54.7 67.4
17 .50 2.15 2.654
.67
• C.090.015 15 57 72
.59 2.24 2.835
R1 L • C.090.025 25 67 92
ø17 .04 .98 2.64 3.622
.67 C 38 80 118
• C.090.038
1.50 3.15 4.646
• C.090.050 50 92 142
1.97 3.62 5.591
C.090.063 63.5 108.5 172
2.50 4.27 6.772
• C.090.080 80 125 205
3.15 4.92 8.071
ø19 h11 5 100 145 245
.748 C.090.100
.20 3.94 5.71 9.646
C.090.125 125 170 295
M6 x 1 Tap 4.92 6.69 11.614
7 Deep C.090.150 150 203 353
.28 5.91 7.99 13.898
C.090.160 160 213 373
6.30 8.39 14.685
C.090.175 175 228 403
6.89 8.98 15.866
C.090.200 200 253 453
7.87 9.96 17.835
Force Initial Final Pressure • Preferred Sizes
lb. lb. psi
Chart daN daN bar On-Contact Force – Adjustable Black Model
Yellow - YW 200 256 2560
89 114 177 Imperial Metric
Red - RD 150 192 1920 Pressure Force Pressure Force
66 85 132
(psi) (lb.-f) (bar) (daN)
Blue - BU 100 128 1280
44 57 88 2560 200 177 89
50 64 640 2200 172 150 75
Green - GR 22 28 44 2000 156 125 63
Purple - PR 20 26 260 1750 136 100 50
9 12 18
1500 117 75 38
Orange - OR 10 13 130
5 6 9 1000 78 50 25
Black - BK See Charts 500 39 35 17
P = F ÷ .078 F = P x .078 P = F ÷ 0.50 F = P x 0.50

Ordering Example: C.090.007. GR

Part Number: Force:

Includes Series, Model and Stroke Length YW, RD, BU, GR, PR, OR
150 mm - 200 mm strokes; contact DADCO BK – Black adjustable model - specify pressure:
for application evaluation. 35 – 177 bar (500 – 2560 psi).
Ordering Example: C.090.007.BK.150

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Micro 90 Mounts ®
Nitrogen Gas Springs
Attachable Mount Options
RM C90-RM FA / C90-FA VFA / C90-VFA RF C90-RF
44 44 ø32
ø31.8 25 1.73 1.73
1.250 12 1.260
.98 .472 2x ø44
ø44 ø6.6 1.73
1.72 .26
2 x M5 SHCS 2 x ø6.6
#10 SHCS 4x .26
ø6.6 30 32
.26 1.182 1.256

Stroke Stroke
21.5 21.5
12.7 .85 9 .85
.50 9
.35 .35

SLIDE INTO Split Split

DESIRED wire wire
LOCATION ring ring
AND LOCK included included
90.55.090
DADCO-LOK Narrow Flange 90.55.090 Round Flange

Threaded Body Styles

TB1 & TB2 Jam Nut TB3
C90-JN1 (1˝-8 Thd.)
43
16 1.69 25
.63 .98

38
1.50

LOCKING 1˝-8 Thd. LOCKING

ELEMENT Stroke ELEMENT Stroke

14
20 .54 20
C90-JN2 (M24 x 1.5 Thd.) 5 .79
.79 .20
L 42 L
1.64 40
40
C 1.58
1.58
36 C
1.42
TB2 TB1 TB3
M24 x 1.5
Thd.
TB2 TB1 TB3
Thread M24 x 1.5 1˝-8 12 Thread M24 x 1.5
.47

Ordering Example: C.090.007. TB1. GR

Part Number: Force:

Includes Series, Model and Stroke Length YW, RD, BU, GR, PR, OR
BK – Black adjustable model - specify pressure:
Mount Option: 35 – 177 bar (500 – 2560 psi).
RM, FA, VFA, RF, TB1, TB2, TB3 Ordering Example: C.090.007.TB1.BK.150
Mount Only Ordering Example: C90-RM

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 Micro Series
Nitrogen Gas Springs Micro 180®
ø12 Stroke C L
.47 Part No. mm ±0.4
inch ±0.015

• C.180.007 07 49 56
2 Stroke .28 1.93 2.205
.08 10 52 62
C.180.010
.39 2.05 2.441
C.180.013 12.7 54.7 67.4
17 .50 2.15 2.654
.67 15 57 72
• C.180.015
.59 2.24 2.835
R1 L • C.180.025 25 67 92
.04 .98 2.64 3.622
ø23
.91 C • C.180.038 38 80 118
1.50 3.15 4.646
• C.180.050 50 92 142
1.97 3.62 5.591
C.180.063 63.5 108.5 172
2.50 4.27 6.772
• C.180.080 80 125 205
3.15 4.92 8.071
C.180.100 100 145 245
ø25 h11 5 3.94 5.71 9.646
.984 .20 125 170 295
C.180.125
4.92 6.69 11.614
M6 x 1 Tap C.180.150 150 203 353
7 Deep 5.91 7.99 13.898
.28 C.180.160 160 213 373
6.30 8.39 14.685
C.180.175 175 228 403
6.89 8.98 15.866
C.180.200 200 253 453
7.87 9.96 17.835
• Preferred Sizes
On-Contact Force – Adjustable Black Model
Initial Final Pressure Imperial Metric
Force
lb. lb. psi Pressure Force Pressure Force
Chart daN daN bar
(psi) (lb.-f) (bar) (daN)
Yellow - YW 450 612 2560
200 272 177 2560 450 177 200
337 459 1920 2200 387 150 170
Red - RD 149 204 132 2000 351 125 141
Blue - BU 224 306 1280 1750 307 100 113
100 136 88 1500 263 75 85
Green - GR 112 153 640 1000 175 50 57
50 68 44
500 88 35 39
Black - BK See Charts
P = F ÷ .175 F = P x .175 P = F ÷ 1.13 F = P x 1.13

Ordering Example: C.180.007. GR

Part Number: Force:

Includes Series, Model and Stroke Length YW, RD, BU, GR
150 mm - 200 mm strokes; contact DADCO BK – Black adjustable model - specify pressure:
for application evaluation. 35 – 177 bar (500 – 2560 psi).
Ordering Example: C.180.007.BK.150

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Micro 180 Mounts ®
Nitrogen Gas Springs

RM C180-RM VFA C180-VFA

ø38.1 50
1.500 1.97
2 x ø6.6
ø50 .26
1.97 30
2 x M5 SHCS 1.18
#10 SHCS
38
1.496
Stroke
21.5
12.7 9 .85
.50 .35

SLIDE INTO
DESIRED
LOCATION Split
AND LOCK wire ring
included
90.55.180

DADCO-LOK Narrow Flange

FA C180-FA RF C180-RF
50 26.9
1.97 1.058
18
.709 4 x ø6.6
.26
28.5 ø50
1.13 1.97
ø38
1.496
4 x ø6.6 34
.26 1.339

Stroke
21.5 Stroke
.85 21.5
9 9 .85
.35 .35

Split
wire ring Split
included wire ring
90.55.180 included
90.55.180

Narrow Flange Round Flange

Ordering Example: C.180.007. RM. GR

Part Number: Force:

Includes Series, Model and Stroke Length YW, RD, BU, GR
BK – Black adjustable model - specify pressure:
Mount Option: 35 – 177 bar (500 – 2560 psi).
RM, FA, VFA, RF Ordering Example: C.180.007.RM.BK.150
Mount Only Ordering Example: C180-RM

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Nitrogen Gas Springs Micro 250®
ø15
.59
Stroke C L
1.3 Part No. mm ±0.4
.05 Stroke inch ±0.015

• C.250.007 07 49 56
.28 1.93 2.205
17 10 52 62
.67 C.250.010
.39 2.05 2.441

L C.250.013 12.7 54.7 67.4

R1 .50 2.15 2.654
ø30 .04
1.18 15 57 72
• C.250.015
.59 2.24 2.835
C
• C.250.025 25 67 92
.98 2.64 3.622

• C.250.038 38 80 118
1.50 3.15 4.646

• C.250.050 50 92 142
ø32 h11 4 1.97 3.62 5.591
1.260 .16
C.250.063 63.5 108.5 172
2.50 4.27 6.772

M6 x 1 Tap • C.250.080 80 125 205

7 Deep 3.15 4.92 8.071
.28
C.250.100 100 145 245
3.94 5.71 9.646

C.250.125 125 170 295

4.92 6.69 11.614
• Preferred Sizes

On-Contact Force – Adjustable Black Model

Imperial Metric
Force Initial Final Pressure
lb. lb. psi Pressure Force Pressure Force
Chart daN daN bar (psi) (lb.-f) (bar) (daN)
Yellow - YW 701 940 2560
313 418 177 2560 701 177 313
526 705 1920 2200 603 150 265
Red - RD 2000 548
233 314 132 125 221
Blue - BU 351 470 1280 1750 479 100 177
156 209 88 1500 411 75 133
Green - GR 175 235 640 1000 274
78 105 44 50 88
500 137 35 60
Black - BK See Charts
P = F ÷ .274 F = P x .274 P = F ÷ 1.77 F = P x 1.77

Ordering Example: C.250.007. GR

Part Number: Force:

Includes Series, Model and Stroke Length YW, RD, BU, GR
BK – Black adjustable model - specify pressure:
35 – 177 bar (500 – 2560 psi).
Ordering Example: C.250.007.BK.150

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Micro 250 Mounts ®
Nitrogen Gas Springs

RM C250-RM FA / C250-FA VFA / C250-VFA

ø50 60 60
2.36 2.36
1.969 22
.866
ø63 2x
ø6.6
2.48 37.5 .26
2 x M6 SHCS 1.48
1/4 SHCS
4 x ø6.6 40 50
.26 1.575 1.968
Stroke
12.7 21.5
.85
.50 9
.35

SLIDE INTO Split NOTE:

DESIRED wire ring FOR USE WITH
LOCATION included TOP GROOVE
AND LOCK 90.55.250 OF C.250
DADCO-LOK Narrow Flange MODEL ONLY

35.4
RF C250-RF SF C250-SF
1.394
ø50 ø49.5
1.969 1.949
50
ø60
1.97
2.36

35 4 x ø6.1
4 x ø6.6 .240
.26 1.378

Stroke
21.5
9 .85
.35
7
.28
NOTE: NOTE:
FOR USE WITH FOR USE WITH
Split TOP GROOVE BOTTOM GROOVE
wire ring OF C.250 OF C.250
included MODEL ONLY MODEL ONLY
90.55.250
Round Flange Split Flange

Ordering Example: C.250.007. RM. GR

Part Number: Force:

Includes Series, Model and Stroke Length YW, RD, BU, GR
BK – Black adjustable model - specify pressure:
Mount Option: 35 – 177 bar (500 – 2560 psi).
RM, FA, VFA, RF, SF Ordering Example: C.250.007.RM.BK.150
Mount Only Ordering Example: C250-RM

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 Micro Series
Nitrogen Gas Springs SL.16 Stock Lifter

9.5
.37

Stroke C L
Part No. mm ±0.4
inch ±0.015
10 70 80
SL.16.010
ø6.0 .39 2.76 3.150
.24
20 80 100
• SL.16.020
.79 3.15 3.937
S 30 90 120
SL.16.030
1.18 3.54 4.724

40 100 140
SL.16.040
40 1.57 3.94 5.512
1.58
50 110 160
LOCKING • SL.16.050
L 1.97 4.33 6.299
ELEMENT
60 120 180
SL.16.060
2.36 4.72 7.087
C 70 130 200
M16 x 1.5 SL.16.070
2.76 5.12 7.874

80 140 220
• SL.16.080
3.15 5.51 8.661

100 160 260

SL.16.100
3.94 6.30 10.236

ø14.0 MAX • Preferred Sizes

.551

Jam Nut
SL16-JN 28 On-Contact Force
1.10 Imperial Metric
Pressure Force Pressure Force
24 (psi) (lb.-f) (bar) (daN)
.95 2611 114 180 51
2176 95 150 42
M16 x 1.5 1088 48 75 21
580 25 40 11
290 13 20 6
8
P = F ÷ .044 F = P x .044 P = F ÷ .283 F = P x .283
.31

Ordering Example:
SL.16.020. 150

Part Number: Charging Pressure:

Includes Series, Model and Stroke Length Specify pressure: 20 – 180 bar (290 psi – 2611 psi).
When not specified, default is 150 bar.

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E.16 Stock Lifter Nitrogen Gas Springs

10
.39 Stroke C L
Part No. mm ±0.4
inch ±0.015
15 59 74
E.16.015
.59 2.32 2.91
ø6.0
20 64 84
.24 • E.16.020
.79 2.52 3.307

30 74 104
E.16.030
1.18 2.91 4.094
Stroke
40 84 124
E.16.040
1.57 3.31 4.882
L 50 94 144
• E.16.050
1.97 3.70 5.669
35 60 107 167
LOCKING 1.38 E.16.060
2.36 4.21 6.575
ELEMENT
70 117 187
E.16.070
2.76 4.61 7.362
C 80 127 207
• E.16.080
3.15 5.00 8.150
TB2,
TB4, • Preferred Sizes
TB5 DADCO's E.16.__.TB2 Nitrogen Gas Stock
Lifter matches the European VDI-BAK
ø12.0 standard and the Ford WDX35-70 standard.
.472
ø20
0.8

TB2 TB4 TB5 5

Thread M16 x 1.5 M16 x 2 M16 x 1.5 0.2 5
0.2
Jam Nut TB2 and TB4 Hex Drive TB5 Hex Drive
SL16-JN C45-JN4
28 28
1.10 1.10 On-Contact Force
Imperial Metric
24 24 Pressure Force Pressure Force
.94 .94 (psi) (lb.-f) (bar) (daN)
2175 95 150 42
M16 x 1.5 M16 x 2 1088 48 75 21
820 36 57 16
580 25 40 11
8 8 290 13 20 6
.31 .31
P = F ÷ .044 F = P x .044 P = F ÷ .283 F = P x .283

Ordering Example:
E.16.020. TB2. 150

Part Number: Charging Pressure:

Includes Series, Model and Stroke Length Specify pressure: 20–150 bar (290 psi – 2175 psi).
Thread Option: When not specified, default is 150 bar.
TB2, TB4, and TB5.
For more information on the TB5, reference B18120.
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Nitrogen Gas Springs E.24 Stock Lifter

17
.67
5
0.2

ø12
Stroke Hex Drive Detail
.47

Stroke C L
Part No. mm ±0.4
35 inch ±0.015
1.38 20 80 100
L E.24.020
.79 3.15 3.937
C 50 110 160
E.24.050
1.97 4.33 6.299

LOCKING 80 140 220

M24 x 1.5 E.24.080
ELEMENT 3.15 5.51 8.661

DADCO's E.24 Nitrogen Gas Stock Lifter

matches the European VDI-BAK standard
and the Ford WDX35-70 standard. Contact
ø21.5 DADCO for additional stroke lengths.
.864

Jam Nut
C90-JN2 On-Contact Force
Imperial Metric
Pressure Force Pressure Force
36 (psi) (lb.-f) (bar) (daN)
1.42
2175 381 150 170
1088 191 75 85
M24 x 1.5 580 102 40 45
42 290 51 20 23
12 1.64
.47 P = F ÷ .175 F = P x .175 P = F ÷ 1.13 F = P x 1.13

Ordering Example:
E.24.020. 150

Part Number: Charging Pressure:

Includes Series, Model and Stroke Length Specify pressure: 20 – 150 bar (290 psi – 2175 psi).
When not specified, default is 150 bar.

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Tools & Accessories Nitrogen Gas Springs

Micro Load Cell Micro Test Stand

90.300.       (00045, 00090, 00180 or 00250) MTS-125
Use the Micro Load Cell with a Micro Test Use the Micro Test Stand and
Stand or arbor press to determine the force Load Cell for precise measurement
of a Micro Spring. Depress the micro rod of gas spring force on contact.
1/16˝ to read gas spring force from the color- Request Bulletin No. B01127B for
coded gauge. Request Bulletin No. B07108C additional information.
for additional information.

RT-24-A (for use with E.24 and Micro 90® TB1 and TB2)
RT-90-A (for use with Micro 90® TB1 and TB2)
When placed over the piston rod, the
installation and removal tool engages the
hex socket for easy installation and removal
of threaded body micros.
RT-Ratcheting Tool
Ratcheting tool with internal hex drive for easy installation
and removal of threaded body Micros and stock lifters.
For complete list of Ratcheting Tools refer to Bulletin No.
B04139B.

Specialized Mounts Micro Wiper Cap

For customers with special For customers with applications where aggressive
applications that have space draw die compound is used, DADCO offers the Micro
constraints or require return force, Wiper Cap. The wiper cap can be
DADCO offers custom mount ordered in a variety of materials and is
options. Contact DADCO for installed at the factory to guard against
additonal information. draw die contamination, request
Bulletin No. B03102A. Alternatively,
DADCO offers an internal wiper in
different materials. Contact DADCO for
additional information.

Linked Micro System Micro Series Port Adapters

Typically DADCO Micro Series Nitrogen Gas Springs DADCO’s Micro Series Port Adapters are designed
are operated self-contained, however they may also be specifically to work with DADCO’s Micro Series Nitrogen
linked. When operated as a linked system, adjustment, Gas Springs manufactured after August 1, 2003. These
monitoring, draining and refilling can be performed from port adapters may be used with DADCO’s MINIFLEX®
a central control panel mounted outside the die, request Hose and Fittings, refer to Catalog No. C09118F.
Bulletin No. B03103D.
14.5 M8 x 1 14.5 M6
.57 .57

M6 M6
90.607.122 90.607.038
(L-122) (L-38)
Micro Service Fitting Micro Port Adapter Extension

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Nitrogen Gas Springs Charging Information

CAUTION:
Always wear safety goggles when performing any maintenance work on gas springs.

Charging Micro Gas Springs

• When filling the Micro Spring, initially fill with low pressure
(< 4 bar or 70 psi) to extend rod fully; then fill to desired Fig. 1 Fig. 2
pressure. Hold the spring vertically at all times during filling
(Fig. 1).
• The Micro Spring charging pressure range varies by gas
spring model. Verify range before charging.
• All Micro Springs should be inspected before recharging.
• Do not recharge gas springs if damaged. Refer to
discharging instructions below for proper disposal.
• Use the Quick Disconnect Charging Nipple and the High
Pressure Quick Disconnect Charging Assembly to charge the
Micro Spring to the appropriate pressure (Fig. 2).

Quick Disconnect Charging Nipple DADCO Charging Adapter

90.310.143 90.315.5
Use the DADCO Quick Disconnect Charging Use the DADCO Charging Adapter
Nipple to charge the Micro Series Gas Spring. to easily charge and discharge
For more information contact DADCO. pressure in DADCO’s Micro Series
Gas Spring. Not recommended for
checking pressure due to small size
M6 Thread of Micro Series Gas Springs.

High Pressure Quick Disconnect Charging Assembly Pressure

90.310.044 Regulator
90.310.205
Use the DADCO High Pressure Quick Disconnect Charging
Assembly, 90.310.044, with the 90.310.143 Charging Nipple or Hose Assembly
3 m (10 feet) Tank
90.315.5 Charging Adapter to charge self-contained gas springs. Connection
The 90.310.044 includes the 90.310.205 Pressure Regulator, 90.310.252
CGA-680
90.310.252 Hose Assembly and the 90.310.340 Quick Disconnect
Filling Assembly. A standard pressure charging assembly, Quick Disconnect
90.310.040 is available for pressures below 2200 psi, for a CGA-580 Filling Assembly
tank. For more information contact DADCO. 90.310.340

How to discharge a Micro Gas Spring before disposal

1.5 mm or 1/16˝
CAUTION: Before disposing of damaged or worn out gas springs be sure to DRILL
discharge all pressure. Contact DADCO for additional information.

1. Discharge through the adjustable valve using the 2. If spring is damaged and 12 to
Valve Bleed Tool or Charging Adapter, 90.315.5. cannot be discharged 25 mm
using the Valve Bleed
Tool then drill a hole to
discharge.
Valve Bleed Tool
90.360.4

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Technical Data Nitrogen Gas Springs

General Recommendations
END SUPPORT NOT THREAD LOCK
REQUIRED COMPOUND C.045:

X
3.4 N-m
(30 lb-in.)
Max
90˚ ± 1

X
C.070/C.090/
C.180/C.250:
7-N-m
(62 lb-in.)
MAX

Side loading from It is necessary to have a
axial or contact flat surface against the
misalignment should base of the spring in all
be minimized, <1˚. circumstances. Incorrect
pockets may cause
structural damage or
reduced life.
All properly installed Retain inverted cylinders Mounts such as the
mounts (RM, NF, FA, as shown with M6 cap DADCO-LOK may
RF, TB) support the screw. A close be used to retain
load. No back-up is tolerance hole is the spring from rod
required. required, depth > C/2. end. If possible use a
positive stop.

Improper Installation Examples Contaminants

X GAP GAP
X X
INDUCES SIDE LOADING
DRAIN
HOLES X
FLAT BOTTOM

Verify the cap screw Avoid large gaps in the Do not constrain the Provide adequate drainage in gas spring
length. upper. Use the tapped rod end. Do not use pockets. Direct contact with certain die
hole in the base to the bottom mount in an lubricants and cleaners can be harmful to
secure and preload if unsupported or open gas springs or may cause pressure increase.
possible. mounting application.

Uncontrolled Release

X X
If parts are jamming,

XX X
determine the root
cause and repair it
before production
continues. Failure
to repair the problem
will cause failure or
damage of the gas
spring. Preloading
the pad will prevent
gas spring damage
Sudden release will Never compress the gas spring in a vice or clamp
from “snap action” or sudden release. Restricting
cause the gas spring outside of the die. Never strike the rod with a
rod travel will help prevent spring damage.
to exhaust. hammer to test for pressure; damage can result.

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Operating Specifications
Maximum Charging Pressure Charging Medium: Nitrogen Gas
E.16 and E.24: 150 bar (2175 psi)
Operating Temperature: 4°C – 71°C (40°F – 160°F)
Micro 45® – Micro 250®: 177 bar (2560 psi)
SL.16: 180 bar (2600 psi) Maximum Speed: 1.6 m/sec (63 in/sec)

General Information
• DO NOT exceed 90% of stroke
MAX Travel = 0.9 x Stroke
• Stripping applications require a slight preload 0.5 mm – 1 mm
S Stroke Reserve • Use enough force to strip the part
C.045: 3 mm (.11˝ )
C.070: 2.5 mm (.09˝ ) • Design adequate safety so spring is not over stroked
L
±0.4 mm C.090/C.180: 2 mm (.08˝ )
(.015˝ ) C.250: 1.3 mm (.05˝ )
øD (C11 tolerance) Stroke (mm) SPM Limit
C
7-16 200

25-38 120
>C/2
øD (h11 tolerance) Drain Hole 50-63 80

M6 x 1 Tap > 80 50
7 mm (.28˝ ) deep MAX DRILL POINT
C.045/C.070: ø8 Travel 90% of nominal stroke.
C.090/180/250: ø10

Threaded Body Installation Recommendations

Model A B F Maximum Installation Torque*

24 12
E.16.__.TB2 M16 x 1.5 500 lb-in (56 N-m)
.94 .47
A
Thread 24 12
E.16.__.TB4 M16 x 2 300 lb-in (34 N-m)
.94 .47
Stroke 1.5 x thread
B MIN diameter 24 12
+ F MIN E.16.__.TB5 M16 x 1.5 .94 .47
400 lb-in (45 N-m)
24 20
SL.16 M16 x 1.5
Drain .94 .79
500 lb-in (56 N-m)
Hole 35 25
E.24 M24 x 1.5
1.38 .98
24 5
C.045.__.TB1 5/8˝-11 125 lb-in (14 N-m)
A minimum thread .94 .20
engagement of 1.5 x 24 5
C.045.__.TB2 M16 x 1.5 500 lb-in (56 N-m)
LOCKING ELEMENT MUST .94 .20
thread diameter is ENGAGE THREAD IN 35 5
recommended for TAPPED HOLE C.045.__.TB3 M16 x 2
1.38 .20
threaded body cylinders. 300 lb-in (34 N-m)
24 5
C.045.__.TB4 M16 x 2
.94 .20
38 13
C.090.__.TB1 1˝-8
1.50 .51
36 13
C.090.__.TB2 M24 x 1.5 500 lb-in (56 N-m)
1.42 .51
35 13
C.090.__.TB3 M24 x 1.5
1.38 .51
*Based on strength of threads.

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