Description
Technical Parameters
Railway Fish Plates
| Category | Parameter | Specification | Description & Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Info | Product Name | Fish Plate, Joint Bar, Splice Bar | A metal bar bolted to the web of two rail ends to form a joint. |
| Primary Function | Connect rail ends, maintain alignment, and transmit wheel loads. | Creates a smooth transition for wheels across the joint. | |
| Design | Standard | AREMA, UIC 860, BS 47, EN 13674-4, IRSS, GOST, IS, JIS | Defines dimensions, tolerances, and mechanical properties. |
| Compatible Rail Section | Must match rail profile (e.g., 115RE, 136RE, UIC60, 60E1, 50kg/m, 60kg/m) | Contoured to fit the head and foot of the specific rail profile perfectly. | |
| Type (By Design) | 1. Standard Fish Plate: Covers the rail web. 2. Jacketed Fish Plate: Longer, covers more area for heavier loads. 3. Compromise Fish Plate: Joins two different rail sections. |
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| Type (By Hole Count) | 4-hole, 6-hole (most common), 8-hole (for very heavy duty) | More holes provide a stronger, more secure connection. |
Quick Reference: Common Fish Plate Types
| Type | Image | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | (Covers the rail web) | General use on tracks with the same rail section. |
| Jacketed | (Larger, covers more area) | Heavier axle loads and higher strength requirements. |
| Compromise | (Asymmetric design) | Solely for joining two different rail profiles (e.g., 50kg/m to 60kg/m). |
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