Pandrol e clip specifications
Jan 28, 2026
A rail clip is a spring-action fastener that ensures rails remain tightly seated while allowing elastic recovery after each wheel pass, reducing permanent deformation and minimizing maintenance caused by fastening loosening. GNEE RAIL manufactures and supplies E-Type rail clips, SKL tension clips, Nabla clips, Pandrol PR clips, KPO rail clamps, Deenik clips, Fast Clip assemblies, crane rail clips, and Russian rail clip designs for varied operational demands.
Pandrol e clip specifications
Pandrol e-clips are high-strength, elastic rail fastenings made from silicon-manganese spring steel (e.g., 60Si2MnA, 60Si2CrA) designed for durable rail fastening in ballasted tracks. They generally feature a bar diameter of 18 mm to 20mm, a hardness of 44-48HRC, and provide significant toe loads (e.g., ~ 2,750 lbs for E2055) to secure rails to sleepers.
Key Technical Specifications:
- Material: High-grade spring steel (typically 60Si2MnA or 60Si2CrA).
| Item | E Clip Fasteners | |||
| Chemical Composition | 60Si2MnA | 60Si2CrA | 55Si2Mn | 38Si7 |
| C:0.56-0.64, Mn:060-0.90, Si:1.50-2.00, Cr:≤0.35, P:≤0.03, S:≤0.03 | C:0.56-0.64, Mn:0.40-0.70, Si:1.40-1.80, Cr:0.70-1.00 P:≤0.03, S:≤0.03 | C:0.52-0.60, Mn:0.60-0.90, Si:1.50-2.00, Cr:≤0.35 P:≤0.03, S:≤0.03 | C:0.35-0.42, Mn:0.50-0.80, Si:1.50-1.80, P:≤0.03, S:≤0.03 | |
| Hardness | 44-48 HRC | |||
| Fatigue Life | 3-5 million cycles without breaking | |||
| Surface | Plain Oiled, Oxygen Black, Zinc Plated, Hot Dip Galvanized, Dacro coating, Color Painting | |||
| Standard | UIC, AREMA, BS, RDSO, DIN, JIS, ISCR, VALEC, GOSTR- EASC, GB/T or other upon requirements | |||
| Package | Moven Bag, Pallet | |||
| Delivery | Depends on order | |||
- Hardness: 44-48 HRC.
- Diameter: Common sizes are 18 mm(e.g., E1809) and 20 mm (e.g., E2055).
| Model | Diameter | Material | Under Pressure | HRC | Weight |
| E1609 | Ø 16mm | 60Si2MnA | ≥950kg | 44-48 | 0.43kg/pc |
| E1809 | Ø 20mm | 60Si2MnA | ≥950kg | 44-48 | 0.61kg/pc |
| E1813 | Ø 18mm | 60Si2MnA | ≥950kg | 44-48 | 0.62kg/pc |
| E2001 | Ø 20mm | 60Si2MnA | ≥950kg | 44-48 | 0.80kg/pc |
| E2009 | Ø 20mm | 60Si2MnA | ≥950kg | 44-48 | 0.80kg/pc |
| E2039 | Ø 20mm | 60Si2MnA | ≥950kg | 44-48 | 0.80kg/pc |
| E2007 | Ø 20mm | 60Si2MnA | ≥950kg | 44-48 | 0.80kg/pc |
| E2055 | Ø 20mm | 60Si2MnA | ≥950kg | 44-48 | 0.80kg/pc |
| E2056 | Ø 20mm | 60Si2MnA | ≥950kg | 44-48 | 0.80kg/pc |
| E2063 | Ø 20mm | 60Si2MnA | ≥950kg | 44-48 | 0.80kg/pc |
- Performance: Fatigue life of 3-5 million cycles.
- Fastening Force: Designed for high clamping force (>16-20 kN).
- Surface Treatment: Often supplied with oil, black paint, or colored paint to resist corrosion.
What are railroad clips used for?
Railroad clips (or elastic rail clips) are critical fasteners used to securely attach steel rails to sleepers or baseplates, ensuring track integrity and stability. They maintain the proper track gauge, prevent longitudinal movement from thermal expansion, and absorb vibrations and impact loads from passing trains.
Key Functions and Applications
- Securing Rails: They fasten rails to concrete or steel sleepers, offering a more reliable connection than traditional spikes.
- Maintaining Gauge: They prevent the rails from moving vertically or horizontally, holding the track in its correct position (gauge).
- Vibration Dampening: Their elastic, bent design absorbs energy and reduces shock during train operations.
- Preventing Movement: They prevent rails from sliding or buckling due to temperature changes or,, longitudinal forces.
Other Types of ERC Rail Clip
| Model | Diameter | Weight | Material |
| Type III | Ø18 | 0.80kg/pc | 60Si2MnA |
| SKL 1 | Ø13 | 0.48kg/pc | 60Si2CrA |
| SKL 3 | Ø13 | 0.48kg/pc | 60Si2CrA |
| SKL 12 | Ø13 | 0.53kg/pc | 38Si7 |
| SKL 14 | Ø13 | 0.53kg/pc | 60Si2MnA |
| Special Rail Clip | Ø13 | 0.48kg/pc | 60Si2MnA |
| Russia Rail Clip | Ø18 | 0.58kg/pc | 60Si2MnA |
| Deenik Clip | Ø25 | 0.49-0.68kg/pc | 60Si2MnA |
GNEE RAIL supplies E rail clips, SKL rail clips, Nabla types rail clips, KPO rail clips, and other customized types of rail clips,these rail clips are designed with high precision and made up of premium grade spring steel. GNEE has been the largest and most competitive production base of rail clip in China after more than 18 years' rail clip producing experience, and have qualification to tender nationally large and medium scaled rail projects. What's more, our rail clip can be customized according to clients' requirements.
