Rail clip, also known as elastic rail clip, is used for railroad sleepers to fix the rails on both sides. Rail clips are usually made of forged spring steel and manufactured by hot forging process.
E2055 rail clips belong to Pandrol rail clips. It is a kind of E-type rail clips.
Material: 60Si2Cr, 55SiMn, 38Si7
Diameter: Ø20
Weight: 0.80 kg
Hardness: HRC 42-47
Fatigue life: 3-5 million cycle without breaking
Standard: GB/T 1222, DIN 17221
Surface treatment: black, galvanized, galvanized, ordinary, dacromet.
Application: railways, subways, high-speed railways, tunnels.
| Item | Diameter | Material | Weight | HRC Under pressure | Fatigue test |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E2055 | ø20 | 60Si2MnA, 60Si2Cr, 55Si2Mn, 38Si7 | 0.80 kg | 44-48 | ≥950kg 5000000 times without breaking |
What are the key installation points for the e2055 rail clip?
Key installation points for the E2055 rail clip focus on proper positioning and seating: ensuring the clip's arch creates a roughly 3/8-inch (pencil-diameter) gap from the tie plate shoulder, seating insulators fully against the rail base, and verifying clean surfaces for full contact and reliable performance on concrete or wood sleepers.
Key Installation Steps & Points
- Preparation: Clean the sleeper, tie pad, and rail base of any debris to ensure a smooth fit and prevent premature wear.
- Component Placement: Place the tie pad on the sleeper, install the rail, seat insulators against the rail's base on both sides, and then position the E2055 clip.
- Clip Positioning: Start the clip from the rail shoulder, tapping it into place (or using mechanical drivers) until it's fully seated.
- Gap Specification: The critical point is the final gap: drive the clip until approximately 3/8 inch (about a pencil's diameter) remains between the tie plate's shoulder and the clip's rear arch.
- Full Seating: Ensure the clip seats fully and makes full contact with the rail base for optimal clamping force and performance .
- Check Alignment: Confirm the rail is correctly aligned before fully securing the clips to prevent issues.
Function and features of E2055 Rail Clip
1.Secures rails: As a spring clip, the E2055 is designed to exert continuous, self-tensioning clamping pressure on the base of the rail, holding it firmly in place.
2.Maintains track stability: It plays a crucial role in preventing the lateral and longitudinal movement of rails, which is vital for the integrity and stability of continuously welded track.
3.Absorbs stress: The clip's robust spring steel construction allows it to withstand and absorb the significant dynamic forces and vibrations that occur during train operations.
4.Durable and low-maintenance: It is designed for a long service life with minimal need for manual adjustments or torque checking, offering a "fit-and-forget" solution.
5.Versatile applications: While known for its use in heavy-haul lines that experience intense loads, the E-clip system is adaptable for a wide range of railway applications, including metro, high-speed, and conventional tracks.
6.Easy installation: The E2055 clip is installed by being driven parallel to the rail, a process that can be done manually with standard tools or with mechanized equipment.
GNEE RAIL as the largest rail clip and clamp production base in China, which has been qualified to tender medium and large scaled railway projects. In addition, GNEE RAIL is approved elastic rail clip manufacturer by China's Railway Ministry and has been ISO9001-2008 certified. Our rail clip product is ideal for rail track assembly for advantages of easy fitment while track laying; economical maintenance; long durability and lifespan; fast replacement.
