The railway fastening system is an indispensable core component of modern railway track structures. Its primary functions include securely fixing the rail to the sleeper, ensuring gauge accuracy, distributing train loads, absorbing vibrations and impacts, and extending the service life of both sleepers and the track. Through the synergistic action of various fastener components, this system achieves a stable connection between the rail and the sleeper, enhancing the overall safety and reliability of the track.
A complete railway fastening system typically includes railway clips, rail tie plates, rail pads, rail spikes (or screw spikes), rail bolts, fishplates, and crane rail clips. The railway clip uses elastic clamping force to secure the rail to the sleeper or rail tie plate while absorbing vibrations and impacts generated during train operation, reducing wear between the rail and the sleeper. The rail pad, placed between the rail and the sleeper, helps distribute pressure and dampen vibrations. The rail tie plate ensures even distribution of force on the rail, preventing sinking or displacement of the rail. Rail spikes and bolts provide additional fastening force for wooden sleeper tracks or specific sleeper types, while fishplates are used to reinforce rail joints.
main railway fastening systems
E Clip Rail Fastening System
The E-type fastening system is one of the most widely used railway fastening systems, used primarily for concrete sleepers. It is widely used in ordinary railways and heavy-load railways and is suitable for standard tracks of high-speed railways.
| Item | Quantity | Material |
|---|---|---|
| E clip | 2 | 60Si2MnA, 60Si2CrA |
| Shoulder | 2 | QT500-7, QT450-10 |
| Rail pad | 1 | HDPE, rubber, or EVA |
| Insulator | 2 | Reinforced Nylon 66 (PA66) |
Nabla Clip Rail Fastening System
The Nabla fastening system is a fastening system named after its special Nabla shape. It is suitable for heavy-duty railways and corrosive environments, such as railways in mining areas.
| Item | Quantity | Material |
|---|---|---|
| Clip | 2 | 60Si2MnA, 60Si2CrA |
| Insulator | 2 | Reinforced Nylon 66 (PA66) |
| Screw spike | 2 | Grade5.6:35# |
| Spring washer | 2 | ML08AI |
SKL3/SKL12/SKL14 rail fastening system
SKL rail fastening systems (SKL3, SKL12, SKL14 ) are known for their excellent fatigue resistance and stability and are widely used in European railway systems. It applies to high-speed railway and urban rail transit.
| Item | Quantity | Material |
|---|---|---|
| SKL tension clip | 2 | 60Si2CrA, 60Si2CrA, 38Si7 |
| Ss35 screw spike | 2 | Grade 4.6: Q235 |
| Grade 5.6: 35# | ||
| Grade 8.8: 45# | ||
| Flat washer | 2 | Q235 |
| Plastic dowel | 2 | HDPE, Reinforced Nylon 66 (PA66) |
| Guide plate | 2 | Reinforced Nylon 66 (PA66) |
| Rail pad | 1 | EVA, or rubber |
KPO Rail Fastening System
The KPO fastening system is a wedge-shaped fastening commonly used on wooden and steel sleepers, applicable to ordinary railways, light rails, and low-speed railways.
| Item | Quantity | Material |
|---|---|---|
| KPO clip | 2 | Q235 |
| Screw spike | 2 | Grade 4.6: Q235 |
| Grade 5.6: 35# | ||
| Grade 8.8: 45# | ||
| HS bolt 4 | 4 | Grade4.6: Q235 |
| Grade5.6: 35# | ||
| Grade8.8: 45# | ||
| Hex nut 2 | 2 | Grade 5: 35# |
| Grade 8: 45# | ||
| Double coil spring washer | 2 | 65Mn |
