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.
| Name | E-type rail clip |
| Material | 60Si2MnA 60Si2CrA 55Si2Mn 38Si7 |
| Hardness | 44-48HRC |
| Fatigue Life | for Dia.18 is 3 millions cycles without breaking |
| for Dia.20 is 5 millions cycles without breaking | |
| Surface | plain (oiled), Oxide black, color painting or according to customer requirement |
| Standard | DIN17221, BS970, GB/T1222 |
How to choose E rail elastic clip specifications?
Choosing E-rail elastic clip specifications involves matching the clip's dimensions (rod diameter, groove size) and performance (toe load, hardness, fatigue life) to your specific rail profile (UIC54, UIC60, etc.), sleeper type (concrete, wood), and operational demands (train weight, speed, climate), focusing on key factors like maintaining sufficient toe load for stability, resisting vibrations, and ensuring long service life with minimal maintenance.
| 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 |
What are the differences between different e-type rail clip specifications?
E-type rail clip specifications differ mainly in size (like E1, E1609, E2009, etc.), material strength (standard vs. heavy-duty), and specific design features, all tailored to the rail's weight, track conditions, and required clamping force, with variations influencing their suitability for high-stress applications, standard tracks, or specific railway systems like Indian Railways. Key differences lie in their dimensions (diameter, groove size), material composition for enhanced strength, and intended use, from standard ballasted tracks to heavy-haul lines.
- Size & Type Codes: Numbers like E1, E2, E1609, E1809, E2009, E2055, E2056 denote specific dimensions (often related to rail profile or sleeper size) for different rail sections and fastening systems.
- Material & Strength:
Standard: Made from high-tensile spring steel for general use.
Heavy-Duty: Use higher-strength materials and enhanced designs to withstand greater loads, stress, and harsh environments, ideal for high-force applications like couplings or heavy rail.
- Design & Application:
General Purpose: Provide durable alignment for typical track sections.
Specialized: Some designs (like Pandrol or SKL variations) are optimized for specific sleeper types (e.g., PSC sleepers) or national standards.
Performance: Differences in dimensions and material affect the clip's elastic deformation, vibration absorption, and clamping force, ensuring proper gauge maintenance and rail retention.
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.