Main Types of Rail Fastening System of Features

Oct 29, 2025 Leave a message

Rail fastening system is a set of fasteners that used to connect steel rail and railway sleepers. Generally, the railway fastening system is required to have reliable connection, simple structure and features of elasticity, shock absorption and insulation.

 

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Main Types of Rail Fastening System of Features

 

E Clip Rail Fastening System

 

The E-type fastening system is one of the most widely used railway fastening systems, used primarily for concrete sleepers. It is widely used in ordinary railways and heavy-load railways and is suitable for standard tracks of high-speed railways.

 

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Item Quantity Material
E clip 2 60Si2MnA, 60Si2CrA
Shoulder 2 QT500-7, QT450-10
Rail pad 1 HDPE, rubber, or EVA
Insulator 2 Reinforced Nylon 66 (PA66)

 

Features

 

  • Elastic design: E clips are made of spring steel, which provides good elasticity and can effectively absorb vibration and impact during train operation.

 

  • Simple installation: The structure is simple in design and easy to install and maintain.

 

  • Strong anti-fatigue performance: The fastener system can withstand the dynamic load of high-frequency train operation for a long time.

 

Nabla Clip Rail Fastening System

 

The Nabla fastening system is a fastening system named after its special Nabla shape. It is suitable for heavy-duty railways and corrosive environments, such as railways in mining areas.

 

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Item Quantity Material
Clip 2 60Si2MnA, 60Si2CrA
Insulator 2 Reinforced Nylon 66 (PA66)
Screw spike 2 Grade5.6:35#
Spring washer 2 ML08AI

 

Features

 

High stability: Nabla fasteners provide very reliable lateral and longitudinal stability.

 

Strong adaptability: It is suitable for a variety of track conditions, including ordinary railways and high-temperature and corrosive environments.

 

High durability: The material has excellent performance and can withstand the dynamic load of railway operation for a long time.

 

SKL3/SKL12/SKL14 rail fastening system

 

SKL rail fastening systems (SKL3, SKL12, SKL14 ) are known for their excellent fatigue resistance and stability and are widely used in European railway systems. It applies to high-speed railway and urban rail transit.

 

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Item Quantity Material
SKL tension clip 2 60Si2CrA, 60Si2CrA, 38Si7
Ss35 screw spike 2 Grade 4.6: Q235
Grade 5.6: 35#
Grade 8.8: 45#
Flat washer 2 Q235
Plastic dowel 2 HDPE, Reinforced Nylon 66 (PA66)
Guide plate 2 Reinforced Nylon 66 (PA66)
Rail pad 1 EVA, or rubber

 

Features

 

Strong elasticity: SKL fasteners have high elasticity and can effectively reduce vibration and noise when trains are running.

 

High reliability: With scientific design, it is able to withstand high dynamic loads in complex environments for a long time.

 

Low maintenance cost: Simple installation and maintenance, long service life.

 

KPO Rail Fastening System

 

The KPO fastening system is a wedge-shaped fastening commonly used on wooden and steel sleepers, applicable to ordinary railways, light rails, and low-speed railways.

 

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Item Quantity Material
KPO clip 2 Q235
Screw spike 2 Grade 4.6: Q235
Grade 5.6: 35#
Grade 8.8: 45#
HS bolt 4 4 Grade4.6: Q235
Grade5.6: 35#
Grade8.8: 45#
Hex nut 2
2
Grade 5: 35#
Grade 8: 45#
Double coil spring washer 2 65Mn

 

Features

 

Simple structure: KPO fasteners consist of a wedge-shaped design, which makes installation easy.

 

High stability: It can provide a stable track-fixing force.

 

Low Cost: The manufacturing and maintenance costs are relatively low.

 

Fist Clip Rail Fastening System

 

The fist fastening system is a boltless elastic fastening system that emphasizes fast installation and efficient performance. It is suitable for heavy-load railways and scenarios where rapid construction is required.

 

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Main components

 

Spring steel clip: Bolt-free design, clamps the track.

Rail pad: Protects the sleepers and distributes the pressure.

Insulated retaining pin: It has multiple functions such as electrical insulation, stable fastening system, corrosion resistance, and simplified installation.

 

Features

 

Bolt-free design: No additional bolts are required during installation, simplifying the construction process.

 

High elasticity: It is suitable for railways with large dynamic loads, and can effectively absorb vibration and impact.

 

High reliability: It is suitable for long-term use with low maintenance requirements.

 

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