Can wooden sleepers use E Type Elastic Rail Clips?
Yes, E-type elastic rail clips can absolutely be used with wooden sleepers, constituting a mature and reliable fastening system solution. Wooden sleepers, valued for their good elasticity and insulation properties, remain widely used in many railway lines, and the E-type clip system provides an efficient method for rail fixation on them.
The installation of E-type clips on wooden sleepers requires a key intermediate component: the tie plate. The tie plate, typically made of cast steel or steel, is first secured to the wooden sleeper using screw spikes or dog spikes. Its role is crucial: firstly, it distributes the intense concentrated load from the clip over a larger area of the sleeper, preventing crushing; secondly, it provides precise and robust support points and installation shoulders for the E-type clips.
The standard installation sequence is as follows: First, the tie plate is positioned on the wooden sleeper and fastened with spikes. Then, the rail is placed into the rail seat of the tie plate. Finally, the E-type clip is inserted laterally into the pre-set shoulders on the tie plate and driven into its final position using specialized installation tools or a hand sledgehammer. Correct installation is indicated when a standard gap of approximately 3/8 inch is achieved between the rear arch of the clip and the shoulder of the tie plate, signifying that the clip is generating its designed nominal clamping force.
| railway E clips Specifications | ||||
| Type | E clip (e1809, e2006,e2007,e2009,etc) | |||
| Skl clip (skl1,skl3,skl12,skl14) | ||||
| Or the type by customers' drawings | ||||
| Material | 60Si2MnA | 60Si2CrA | 55Si2Mn | 38Si7 |
| Chemical composition(%) | C:0.56-0.64, Mn:0.60-0.90, Si:1.60-2.00, Cr:≤0.35, P:≤0.03, S:≤0.03 | C:0.56-0.64, Mn:0.40-0.70, Si:1.40-1.80,Cr:0.70-1.00 P:≤0.03, S:≤0.03 | C:0.52-0.60, Mn:0.60-0.90, Si:1.50-2.00,Cr:≤0.35 P:≤0.03, S:≤0.03 | C:0.35-0.42, Mn:0.50-0.80, Si:1.50-1.80, P:≤0.03, S:≤0.03 |
| Hardness | For e clip: 44-48HRCFor skl clip: 42-47HRC | |||
| 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 | |||
| Standard refers | DIN17221, BS970, GB/T1222 | |||
The advantages of this combination are significant. The continuous elastic clamping force provided by the E-type clip effectively prevents longitudinal creep and lateral movement of the rail relative to the wooden sleeper. Simultaneously, the system preserves the inherent vibration-damping and noise-reducing benefits of wooden sleepers. Furthermore, this solution offers straightforward maintenance, as replacing either the clip or the sleeper is relatively direct, helping to reduce lifecycle maintenance costs.
| 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 |
GNEE RAIL supplies complete kits perfectly compatible with this wooden sleeper application, including high-quality E-type clips, dedicated tie plates, screw spikes, and all related accessories. We ensure all components meet stringent quality standards, providing a durable and stable solution for your wooden sleeper tracks.
