What is an E Type Rail Elastic Clip?
The E-type rail elastic clip is a critical heavy-duty elastic fastener in railway track systems. Its unique stubby paperclip-like design enables it to provide powerful and durable rail retention.
Manufactured from high-quality spring steel 60Si2MnA, this clip undergoes precise heat treatment processes to maintain a stable hardness of 44-48 HRC, ensuring reliable performance throughout its service life. The clip exhibits exceptional fatigue life, with 18mm diameter products passing 3 million cycle tests without fracture, and 20mm diameter products enduring up to 5 million cycles. This characteristic makes it particularly suitable for railway lines with high traffic volume.
| Item | E-type rail clip | |||
| Chemical Composition | 60Si2MnA | 60Si2CrA | 55Si2Mn | 38Si7 |
| C:0.56-0.64, Mn:060-0.90, Si:1.50-2.00, Cr:≤0.35, P:≤0.03, S:≤0.03 | C:0.56-0.64, Mn:0.40-0.70, Si:1.40-1.80, | C:0.52-0.60, Mn:0.60-0.90, Si:1.50-2.00, | C:0.35-0.42, Mn:0.50-0.80, Si:1.50-1.80, P:≤0.03, S:≤0.03 | |
| Cr:0.70-1.00 P:≤0.03, | Cr:≤0.35 | |||
| S:≤0.03 | P:≤0.03, S:≤0.03 | |||
| Hardness | 44-48 HRC | |||
| Fatigue Life | 3-5 million cycles without breaking | |||
| Surface | Plain Oiled, Oxygen Black, Zinc Plated, Hot Dip Galvanized, Dacro coating, Color Painting | |||
| Standard | UIC, AREMA, BS, RDSO, DIN, JIS, ISCR, VALEC, GOSTR- EASC, GB/T or other upon requirements | |||
| Package | Moven Bag, Pallet | |||
| Delivery | Depends on order | |||
E-type clips have developed various specifications and models to meet the technical requirements of different regions and countries in the international market. The E1809 type is widely used in the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Thailand; the E2052 type is specifically designed for Indonesian railways; the E1804 type primarily supplies the Myanmar market; and the E2055 type is extensively applied in the United States and South America. Additionally, the Chinese National Standard Type III clip holds significant importance in the Asian market. All models can be customized for production based on customer-provided drawings, ensuring perfect compatibility with local track systems.
Within the track system, E-type clips typically work in coordination with various components to form a complete fastening system. The first configuration includes the clip, insert shoulder, rail insulator, and rail pad, while the second scheme comprises the clip, tie plate, rail insulator, screw spike or dog spike, and rail pad. These components work together to provide comprehensive fixation and insulation protection for the rail. The clip surface can undergo various treatments such as plain (oiled), oxide black, or color painting to adapt to different environmental conditions and anti-corrosion requirements.
| Item included | Quantity | Material | Size | Remark |
| E clip | 2 | 60Si2MnA, 60Si2CrA | Dia. 16mm,18mm or 20mm (E1809, E2006,E2007,E2009,etc | Hardness: 44-48HRC |
| Toe Load: Dia.16mm: 500-700kgf; Dia.18mm:750-900kgf; Dia.20mm:1100-1400kgf | ||||
| Fatigue life: 5 millions cycles without breaking | ||||
| Standard: DIN17221, BS970, GB/T1222 | ||||
| Shoulder | 2 | QT500-7, QT450-10 | For UIC54, UIC60, 115RE, BS80lbs, BS100lbs, 50kg rail, 60kg rail, etc. | Note: Hardness of E-clip is 44-48HRC; Toe Load for E-clip is 500-700kgf (Dia.16mm); 750-900kgf(Dia.18mm); 1100-1400kgf(Dia.20mm); Fatigue life of E-clip is 5 millions cycles without breaking DIN17221, BS970, GB/T1222 qualified E-clip |
| Rail pad | 1 | HDPE, rubber or EVA | ||
| Insulator | 2 | Reinforced Nylon 66 (PA66) |
As a professional supplier of track fasteners, GNEE RAIL provides a full range of E-type clip products and their matching components. Our products strictly adhere to international quality standards and can provide reliable fastening solutions for railway projects worldwide. Whether for new line construction or maintenance projects, we can recommend the most suitable clip model and configuration based on your specific needs.
