What is the full form of ERC clip?
The full form of ERC clip is Elastic Rail Clip, which is a crucial, spring-like fastening device used in railway systems to securely hold the rail to the sleeper (tie), providing essential clamping force, stability, and resistance to vibration and creep for safe train operations.
| Rail Clip Type | Rail Clip Specification | Material | |||||||
| E Clip | E1609 | E1809 | E1817 | E2001 | E2006 | E2009 | E2055 | E2056 | 60Si2Mn, 60Si2CrA, 50Si7 |
| SKL Clip | SKL1 | SKL2 | SKL3 | SKL12 | SKL14 | SKL75 | |||
| W Clip | Deenik Clip | Fast Clips | Russia Clips | China Clips | |||||
| Crane Rail Clip | Gantrail Clips | Q235, | |||||||
| KPO1 | KPO3 | KPO6 | KPO9 | 9116, 9120, 9216, 9220,etc | Gantrex Clips | Q345 | |||
| Available with various types of shoulder assemblies. Other configurations available upon request. | |||||||||
GNEE RAIL supplies E rail clips, SKL rail clips, Nabla types rail clips, KPO rail clips, and other customized types of rail clips with competitive price and factory delivery, if you have any need, please feel free to contact us!
The advantages of Rail Clip
- Fastening Rails: Elastic rail clips are designed to fasten the rails firmly to the sleepers, preventing any movement that could lead to misalignment.
- Maintaining Rail Gauge: They help in maintaining the correct distance between the two rails, known as the rail gauge, which is essential for the safe passage of trains.
- Absorbing Vibrations: The clips absorb vibrations caused by passing trains, reducing wear and improving passenger comfort.
- Preventing Rail Movement: By providing a strong clamping force, elastic rail clips prevent horizontal and vertical movement of the rails.
What are the characteristics of a railway clip?
Railway clips are characterized by their high-strength spring steel construction, providing essential elasticity to absorb vibrations, accommodate thermal expansion, and maintain secure rail-to-sleeper connections, ensuring track integrity, safety, and durability with features like high hardness, fatigue resistance, corrosion protection (galvanized/coated), and ease of installation for various track types.
Material & Mechanical Properties:
- Material: Made from high-quality spring steel (e.g., 60Si2MnA, 60Si2CrA) for excellent elastic properties.
| 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 |
- Elasticity: Designed to bend, twist, and absorb dynamic loads, reducing noise and vibration.
- High Strength: Possess high yield strength and fatigue resistance to withstand millions of stress cycles.
- Hardness: Typically heat-treated to a specific hardness (e.g., 44-48 HRC) for optimal performance.
- Corrosion Resistance: Protected by coatings (zinc, epoxy, galvanization) to resist environmental damage.
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.
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