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.
| 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 |
What is the toe load standard of E rail elastic clip?
E-rail elastic clip toe load standards vary by type and region, but generally fall within 500 kgf to over 1500 kgf, with common ranges like 850-1100 kgf for Indian Railways MK-III flat toes and higher loads (1100-1400 kgf) for larger diameter clips (e.g., 20mm) for heavier applications, ensuring secure fastening against rail movement.
Typical Toe Load Ranges by Clip Type/Size:
- Indian Railways (RDSO):
- MK-II Flat Toe: 700-900 kgf
- MK-III Flat Toe: 850-1100 kgf (for 60/52kg rail)
- MK-V: 1200-1500 kgf
International/Russian Standards (by Diameter):
- 14mm: 400-600 kgf
- 16mm: 500-700 kgf
- 18mm: 800-1000 kgf
- 20mm: 1100-1400 kgf
Precautions for using E Type Railway Clip
When using E-Type Railway Clips, ensure proper component matching, use defined installation tools, verify correct positioning (toe on rail, heel on shoulder), wear PPE, and follow maintenance guidelines to avoid mixing parts (like standard vs. deep post insulators) for safety, preventing creep, and ensuring long life under heavy loads and vibrations.
Match Components: Use designated pads and insulators with their correct clips; avoid mixing standard and deep post components to prevent shifting.
Correct Placement: Ensure the E-clip's toe sits on the rail foot and its heel rests on the tie plate shoulder for proper tensioning.
Use Proper Tools: Install and remove clips with specific, defined tools, not improvisation, as the clips are designed for secure, difficult removal by unauthorized persons.
Secure Fit: Check that the clip's central leg interlocks with the tie plate's housing for theft resistance and stability.
Component Quality: Use high-quality spring steel clips and compatible components (pads, plates) to withstand high speeds and loads.
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.