How to prevent the aging of Rubber Rail Pads?
To prevent rubber rail pad aging, apply proper installation and maintenance practices, including regular inspections, correct fastening, and ensuring the pads are not exposed to excessive heat, sunlight, or damaging chemicals. Additionally, select high-quality pads that are manufactured with additives to improve resistance to aging and environmental factors.
| Rubber Rail Pad | ||
| Technical Parameter | Unit | Value |
| Stiffness | KN | 90-130 |
| Hardness Shore A | ℃ | 72-80 degree |
| Electronic Resistance | Ω | ≥ 106 |
| Tensile Strength before Aging | Mpa | ≥12.5 |
| Elongation before Aging | % | ≥250 |
Proper installation
- Ensure correct alignment: Use a rail positioning fixture or laser calibration to ensure the pad and pressure plate are properly aligned with the rail. Incorrect alignment can cause uneven wear and tear.
- Maintain sufficient clamping force: The clamping force is crucial for the pad's performance and longevity. Make sure the clamping force is sufficient during installation.
Environmental and material considerations
- Limit exposure to extreme conditions: Protect pads from direct sunlight, UV rays, and high heat, which accelerate aging.
- Use high-quality materials: When purchasing pads, choose those manufactured with additives like anti-aging agents, antioxidants, and other compounds that enhance resistance to heat, cold, and rot.
Rail pad functions
A rail rubber pad is essential in reducing shock and vibration in a rail system. The pad laid under the rail to ensure:
- Load distribution over a larger surface
- Elimination of load concentration and the resultant fatigue stresses
- Centering of loads on the supporting element
- Absorption of uneven contact surfaces between rail and support
- Reduction of noise and vibration
- Sealing between the bottom of the rail and the top of the support
- Reduction of wear of the rail and its support
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.
