Rail clip is an important part of railway fastening system. The proper heat treatment process is necessary for producing high quality rail clips. A rail clip is an elastic part that connect with track bolt and rail tie plate to fasten steel rails, then a complete railway fastening system is made up, and these devices are all called rail fasteners. There are also other devices like rail clamp, rail spike and rubber rail pad, they can also make up other types of rail fastening systems for fastening steel rail.
E Type Rail Elastic Clip is one of the common track fasteners in the railway fastening system, which is used to provide positive and durable track alignment under harshest working conditions, thus extending the life of railway track. Generally, rail elastic clip is made of forged spring steel with a diameter range from 18mm to 23mm, the main function of rail clip is to fasten railroad sleeper and steel rail together. The rail clip is considered as one of the best ways to ensure that rails not move, bend, warp, etc.
How many E rail elastic clip models are common?
There isn't a single fixed number, but several E-type rail clip models are common, with key examples like E1609, E1809, E1813, E2001, E2007, E2009, E2055, and E2056 being frequently cited for different rail sizes and applications, generally ranging from 18mm to 23mm diameters for use with spring steel in fastening systems.
Common E-Type Models:
E1609, E1809, E1813: Popular for specific rail sizes, often with Ø18mm or Ø20mm diameters.
E2001, E2007, E2009: Widely used for various applications, typically Ø20mm.
E2055, E2056, E2091: Other significant variants in the E-type series.
| 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 |
Key Characteristics:
Material: Made from spring steel for durability and high tensile strength.
| Material | 60Si2MnA | 60Si2CrA | 55Si2Mn | 38Si7 |
| Chemical composition(%) | C:0.56-0.64, Mn:0.60-0.90, Si:1.60-2.00, 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 |
Function: Provide positive, durable rail alignment and fastening for concrete sleepers.
Variations: Different models are chosen based on the specific rail profile (like UIC54, UIC60) and desired clip strength (toe load).
What are the advantages of using e-Railway Clip?
E-Railway Clips offer advantages such as enhanced safety and reliability through secure, self-tensioning fastening; reduced maintenance due to their "fit and forget" design; improved passenger comfort via vibration/noise dampening; extended infrastructure life; and versatility for various track conditions, all while often being made from high-strength, recycled materials for greater sustainability and cost-effectiveness.
GNEE RAIL offer an extensive range of rail clips with optimum quality, 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.