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.
E rail clip provide positive and durable rail alignment under the harshest working conditions, which extend the life of railway track. Generally, e rail clips are available at the range from 18mm to 23mm diameter. Rail –e clip is usually made of spring steel. As an important type of elastic rail clips, E-rail clip has a lot of sizes, such as E1, E2, E3, E1609, E1809, E1817, E2001, E2006, E2009, E2055, E2056, etc.
| 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 industry standards apply to E-type rail clip fasteners?
E-type rail clip fasteners adhere to global rail standards like UIC (International Union of Railways), AREMA (American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association), DIN (German Institute for Standardization), and BS (British Standards), plus specific Chinese GB/T standards, focusing on material (60Si2MnA spring steel), performance (fatigue life >3M cycles, high clamping force), and testing (EN 13146 series) for compatibility with various rail weights (UIC54, UIC60, etc.) and sleeper types (wood, concrete).
Key Standards & Specifications:
International/Regional Standards:
- UIC: Widely used globally, defines requirements for various rail types (e.g., UIC54, UIC60).
- AREMA: North American standard, often referenced for heavy haul.
- DIN: German standards, common in Europe.
- BS: British Standards, used in UK/Commonwealth.
- GB/T: Chinese National Standards.
- AS (Australian Standards), JIS (Japanese Industrial Standards).
Testing & Performance Standards (e.g., EN 13146):
- EN 13146-4: Fatigue testing (3 million cycles without damage).
- EN 13146-5: Insulation resistance for track circuits.
- EN 13146-6: Salt spray corrosion resistance.
Is the e-railway clip compatible with different track rails?
Yes, modern e-railway clips (elastic rail clips) are designed for excellent compatibility with various rail types and sizes, adapting to different track gauges and substructures like concrete or wooden sleepers, through customizable designs, different models (like E-type, SKL, PR), and use with specific components like rail pads and base plates, making them versatile for heavy haul, high-speed, and urban transit systems.
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.