Rail pads are elastic polyurethane mats which are interposed between steel rails and railway sleepers to protect the sleeper top from wearing and impacting.
The starting stiffness of a rail pad is designed to not be high so that their relative deformation under the spring clip toe loads is greatly substantial. In this way, it can guarantees the rail pad maintaining in close contact with the rail despite of any vertical movements of the latter. In addition, the reason why rail pads made up of rubber or plastic is to dampen the shocks of vibration of a passing train.
What are the classifications of elastic rail pads?
Railway pads are classified by material (Rubber, EVA, HDPE), structure/design (flat, grooved, studded), application (ballasted vs. slab track, heavy haul vs. high speed), and stiffness (soft, medium, hard), all crucial for vibration damping, sleeper protection, and track stability in various track conditions.
Our EVA/HDPE/rubber rail pads are with high elasticity, applying to types for rails such as rail UIC54, UIC60, BS80lbs,BS100lbs, and sizes as ordered. The pads can be customized with or without grooves, in various possible designs, depending on customers' requirements.
| 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. |
What is a Grooved Pads?
Grooved rail pads are durable, rubber or polymer cushions with channels (grooves) placed between a train rail and its sleeper (tie) to absorb vibrations, reduce impact, prevent wear, and provide electrical insulation, leading to quieter, safer, and longer-lasting railway systems, especially for high-speed or urban trams.
What is a Studded Pads?
A Studded Rail Pad is a durable, elastic mat placed between a railway track's steel rail and the concrete sleeper (tie) to absorb shock, reduce noise, minimize vibration, and protect track components from wear, featuring studs for enhanced grip and performance, crucial for modern high-speed rail's comfort and longevity.
Functions of Rail Pads
Rail pads are essential for the smooth and safe operation of railway systems. They perform several critical functions that help ensure the longevity of the rail tracks and passenger comfort. The primary function of rail pads is to absorb shock and vibration caused by passing trains. This function is crucial as it reduces the impact and stress placed on the rails, which helps to minimize wear and tear. As a result, rail pads extend the life of the rails, reducing maintenance costs and downtime.
Rail pads also play a vital role in noise reduction. They act as a barrier between the rails and the rail seat, which helps to dampen the sound of passing trains. This is particularly important in urban areas, where excessive noise can be a significant issue for residents.
As a professional rubber rail pad manufacturer GNEE RAIL can produce various standards of rubber rail pads and other rail fasteners. If you want to build a railway line, do not hesitate to contact us, we can supply all types of rubber rail pads with different materials. If necessary, we can make customized rubber rail pad production.