Description
Technical Parameters
Railway Fish Plates - Basic Specifications & Material
| Parameter | Description | Common Standards / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Product Name | Railway Fish Plate | Also called Joint Bar or Splice Bar. |
| Primary Function | To connect two rail ends, maintaining alignment and transmitting bending moments and forces. | A critical safety component in rail joints. |
| Typical Material | Medium Carbon Steel, High Manganese Steel | Must have high strength, toughness, and wear resistance. |
| Common Grades | Q/CR 563 B7 (55Q), Q/CR 563 C8 (60Q), ISO 5003-1982 (700 MPa), BS 47-2 Grade B | Different grades indicate different yield and tensile strengths. |
| Surface Treatment | Black (Untreated), Hot-Dip Galvanizing, or Shot Blasting | Galvanizing is used for corrosion protection in harsh environments. |
| Common Types | 4-Hole, 6-Hole (per side); Standard, Joggled (to fit over rail foot) | The type and number of holes depend on the rail section and application. |
| Key Mechanical Properties | Tensile Strength, Yield Strength, Elongation, Impact Toughness (Charpy V-notch) | Must meet the mechanical requirements of the specified grade. |
Supplier Quotation Request Template
| Quotation Item | Your Specification / Requirement | Supplier to Provide / Confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Product Description | Railway Fish Plate / Joint Bar | Confirm understanding and provide their product code/model. |
| Applicable Standard | e.g., Q/CR 563, ISO 5003, AREMA, or Customer Drawing No. ________ | Specify the exact technical standard or provide detailed drawings. |
| Material Grade | e.g., Q/CR 563 C8 (60Q), Min. Yield Strength: 460 MPa | Confirm material grade and provide Mill Test Certificate (MTC). |
| Compatible Rail Section | e.g., 60 kg/m Rail (UIC60) | Must specify the exact rail section the fish plate is designed for. |
| Type & Hole Qty | e.g., 6-Hole, Joggled Fish Plate | Confirm the type and number of bolt holes per side. |
| Surface Treatment | e.g., Hot-Dip Galvanized, min. coating mass: 610 g/m² | Confirm treatment type and relevant standard. |
| Quantity | e.g., 500 pairs / 1000 pieces | Specify if quoting per single piece or per pair (one pair connects one joint). |
| Unit Price | [To be filled by supplier] | Price in USD/pair or USD/piece. |
| Lead Time | [To be filled by supplier] | Estimated production and delivery time after order confirmation. |
| Package | e.g., In bundles, strapped with rust-proof paper | Confirm packaging details to prevent damage and rust. |
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