E Type Rail Clip for Rail Fasteners
The E-type rail clip is a key elastic component in the railway track fastening system, primarily used to fasten the steel rail to the sleeper or track slab. It is designed with an "E"-shaped structure and generates continuous and stable clamping force through its own elastic deformation.
what is e type rail clip?
The E-type rail clip is a key elastic component in the railway track fastening system, primarily used to fasten the steel rail to the sleeper or track slab. It is designed with an "E"-shaped structure and generates continuous and stable clamping force through its own elastic deformation. This ensures that the steel rail remains in its proper position under the influence of factors such as train loads and temperature changes, effectively resisting longitudinal and lateral displacements.
E Type Rail Clips are usually made of high-strength spring steel. After heat treatment, they possess excellent elasticity, toughness, and fatigue life, enabling them to withstand the vibrations and impacts generated by train operations for a long time.
Applications of E-type Elastic Rail Clips
The E-type rail clip, in conjunction with components such as gauge blocks and iron tie plates, forms a complete fastening system. It is widely applicable to different scenarios including ordinary railways, high-speed railways, and urban rail transit. Particularly, it performs prominently in lines with high requirements for track stability and elasticity.
e railway clip specifications
E-Railway clips (E-clips) are critical spring steel fasteners for securing rails, defined by material (e.g., 60Si2MnA), hardness (typically 44-48 HRC), fatigue life (millions of cycles), diameter (e.g., 16mm, 18mm, 20mm), and toe load (clamping force), with finishes like plain oil or paint, adhering to standards like UIC/BS/DIN for "fit and forget" track systems.
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Hot Selling Rail E Clips Model |
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E1609 tension clip |
Ø 16mm |
60Si2MnA |
≥950kg |
44-48 |
0.43kg/pc |
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E1809 rail clip |
Ø 20mm |
60Si2MnA |
≥950kg |
44-48 |
0.61kg/pc |
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E1813 spring clip |
Ø 18mm |
60Si2MnA |
≥950kg |
44-48 |
0.62kg/pc |
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E2006 elastic clip |
Ø 20mm |
60Si2MnA |
≥950kg |
44-48 |
0.80kg/pc |
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E2009 rail clip fateners |
Ø 20mm |
60Si2MnA |
≥950kg |
44-48 |
0.80kg/pc |
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E2039 rail fastening |
Ø 20mm |
60Si2MnA |
≥950kg |
44-48 |
0.80kg/pc |
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E2007 spring clip |
Ø 20mm |
60Si2MnA |
≥950kg |
44-48 |
0.80kg/pc |
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E2055 rail fix |
Ø 20mm |
60Si2MnA |
≥950kg |
44-48 |
0.80kg/pc |
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E2056 clip fasteners |
Ø 20mm |
60Si2MnA |
≥950kg |
44-48 |
0.80kg/pc |
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E2063 clip track fateners |
Ø 20mm |
60Si2MnA |
≥950kg |
44-48 |
0.80kg/pc |
How does a railway clip work?
A railway clip (or elastic rail clip) works by using spring tension to securely clamp the steel rail to the concrete or wooden sleeper, preventing vertical/horizontal movement and maintaining track gauge. Its elastic design absorbs shock from passing trains, reduces vibration, and accommodates thermal expansion/contraction, ensuring track integrity and safety through its bent/twisted spring steel structure that exerts continuous clamping force (toe load) on the rail base.
GNEE RAIL Rail Clip Customization Services
GNEE RAIL provides full-dimensional customization services for rail clips, covering material selection, structural design, performance optimization, standard compliance and supporting matching, to meet the installation and operation requirements of different track types, fastener systems and complex working conditions.
| Customization Category | Customizable Content | Applicable Scenarios |
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| Material & Heat Treatment | 1. Base material customization: high-strength spring steel (60Si2MnA, 50CrVA), stainless steel, corrosion-resistant alloy steel, etc.2. Heat treatment customization: quenching + tempering, surface galvanizing, Dacromet coating, hot-dip galvanizing, etc., to enhance hardness, toughness, corrosion resistance and wear resistance | Coastal saline-alkali areas, heavy-haul railways, urban rail transit with high corrosion risks |
| Structure & Dimension | 1. Dimension customization: match UIC, AREMA, BS, GB and other standard rail types (UIC54/60, BS80lbs, etc.), and customize length, width, thickness, bending angle and end shape according to drawings or samples2. Structural design: W-type, E-type, SKL-type, and customized special-shaped structures to adapt to different fastener systems and installation spaces | Standard main line tracks, turnouts, bridge tracks, urban rail transit special sections |
| Performance Parameter | 1. Clamping force customization: precisely control the clamping force range (5-25kN) to meet the requirements of high-speed, heavy-haul and urban rail transit for rail stability2. Fatigue resistance optimization: optimize the stress distribution of the clip through finite element analysis (FEA), and the fatigue life can reach more than 10^7 load cycles3. Corrosion resistance customization: achieve 1000+ hours of neutral salt spray test resistance through surface coating process | High-speed railways (≥350km/h), heavy-haul railways (axle load ≥25t), coastal/underground tracks |
| Standard & Certification | Customize products in accordance with international/industry standards such as UIC 860, AREMA, EN 13146, GB/T 10051, and provide third-party testing reports (SGS, TÜV, etc.) and certification documents | Cross-border railway projects, export projects, large-scale track projects with strict compliance requirements |
| Supporting Matching | Customize the matching degree with rail pads, base plates, bolts and other fastener components to ensure seamless fit, and provide integrated fastener system solutions | Whole-set fastener procurement projects, track renovation and upgrading projects |
GNEE RAIL has specialized in the field of railway fastener exports for many years, and has always adhered to the core philosophy of "Quality Connects the World". We are committed to becoming a trustworthy partner in global railway construction. The track fastening systems, rail connection components and other products we provide feature excellent durability and environmental adaptability.
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