Rail pads are high-performance components installed between rails and sleepers that serve multiple vital functions. They are designed to minimize the stress imposed by trains traveling at various speeds while ensuring that track alignment is maintained. Made from a variety of materials, rail pads are engineered to withstand heavy loads and different environmental conditions, making them a fundamental aspect of railway maintenance.
As a professional rail fastener manufacturer, GNEE RAIL can produce various types of rubber rail pads with different materials, such as natural rubber, EVA, HDPE and so on. In railway fastening system, rubber rail pads are often installed between the rail tracks and the concrete railway sleepers.
| Raw Material | Rubber, EVA, TPEE, HDPE |
| Standard | UIC, AREMA, TB/T2626-95 |
| Application | 43kg/m, 50kg/m, 60kg/m, 75kg/m,115RE, UIC54, UIC60, S49 |
| Model number | 43-7-7, 43-10-7, 50-7-9, 50-10-9, 60-10-17, 60-12-17 |
| Operating temperature | -50~70 degrees |
| Certificate | MSDS, ROHS, REACH |
| Notes | They should be stored in a clean, ventilated place. Don't be in direct sunlight, and keep away from the heat source and chemical reagent. Don't touch the oil, organic solvent, and other chemicals. Banned exposure. |
Rubber rail pads for concrete sleepers
| Material: | rubber |
| Standard: | TB/T2626-95 |
| Application: | 43kg/m ,50kg/m, 60kg/m, 75kg/m rail |
| Models: | 43-7-7, 43-10-7, 50-7-9, 50-10-9, 60-10-17, 60-12-17 |
| Operation temperature: | -50~70 degrees |
| Certificate: | ISO9001:2008 |
| Notes: | Should be stored in clean, ventilated place. Don't put under direct sunlight, and keep away from heat sources and chemical reagents. Don't touch oil, organic solvent and other chemicals. |
How to prevent rail pads from shifting after installation?
To prevent rail pads from shifting, ensure a clean, flat surface before installation, use correct, consistent fastener torque (with re-tightening after 24 hrs), achieve high contact area (>=90%) for uniform load, and use specialized fasteners or positioning tools for precise alignment, combined with regular inspections to catch early wear or movement.
Key Causes of Shifting
- Poor Fit/Gaps: Creates concentrated stress and allows movement.
- Insufficient Clamping Force: Allows rail to move up and sideways.
- Incorrect Torque: Too loose leads to wobble; too tight can deform bolts.
- Environmental Factors: Temperature swings and moisture can affect pad stiffness and performance over time.
As a professional rail fastener manufacturer, GNEE RAIL can produce various types of rubber rail pads with different materials, such as natural rubber, EVA, HDPE and so on. In railway fastening system, rubber rail pads are often installed between the rail tracks and the concrete railway sleepers.