A railway fish plate (also called track joint bar, splice bar, joint bar, or angle bar) is a metal bar bolted to the ends of two rails to join them together in a railway track. Fish plates ensure continuous support and alignment between rail sections, maintaining track integrity and safety.
Key Functions:
- Connect two rail ends to form continuous track
- Distribute loads across rail joints
- Maintain proper alignment and gauge
- Enable thermal expansion and contraction
- Provide cost-effective track maintenance solutions
Standard fish plates are designed for connecting two identical rail sections with consistent profile.
Applications: Main railway lines, freight tracks, industrial sidings, mining railways
Specifications:
| Rail Standard |
Type |
Holes |
Length |
Weight (kg/pc) |
| UIC 60 |
4-hole |
630mm |
26″ |
18.07 |
| UIC 54 |
4-hole |
– |
– |
14.34 |
| UIC 54 |
6-hole |
800mm |
– |
19.94 |
| GB 60kg |
4-hole |
600-630mm |
– |
17.5-18.1 |
| GB 50kg |
4-hole |
– |
– |
14.3 |
| GB 43kg |
4-hole |
– |
– |
12.5 |
| BS 80A |
4-hole |
– |
– |
6.5 |
| BS 90A |
4-hole |
685.8mm |
– |
13.23 |
| AREMA 115RE |
4-hole |
24″ |
– |
17.04 |
| AREMA 136RE |
4-hole |
24″ |
– |
17.75 |
Specially forged fish plates designed for emergency repair of cracked or damaged rail joints.
Features:
- Quick and temporary repair solution
- Clamp assembly for various rail sections
- Allows continued train movement at reduced speed
- Readily available for urgent needs
- Cost-effective emergency maintenance
Applications: Track emergency repair, temporary joint reinforcement, crack prevention
Specially designed fish plates to join two different rail section profiles.
Applications: Transition zones, rail section changes, mixed rail installations
Common Combinations:
- UIC 60 to GB 50kg
- AREMA to BS standard
- Heavy rail to light rail transitions
Insulated fish plates for track circuit maintenance in electrified railways.
Types:
- Glued Insulated Fish Plates: For high-speed railway applications
- Insulating Composite Fish Plates: For standard track circuits
Applications: Electrified railways, high-speed rail, signaling track circuits
Designed for lighter rail applications and smaller railway systems.
Specifications:
| Rail Type |
Weight |
Standard |
Material |
| 15kg/m |
15 |
GB11264 |
Q235 |
| 18kg/m |
18 |
GB11264 |
Q235 |
| 22kg/m |
22 |
GB/JIS |
Q235 |
| 24kg/m |
24 |
GB |
Q235 |
| 30kg/m |
30 |
GB |
Q235/U71Mn |
Applications: Urban light rail, factory railways, mining tracks, tram systems, port railways
| Standard |
Material Grade |
C (%) |
Mn (%) |
Si (%) |
S (%) |
P (%) |
| Chinese Standard |
55# Steel |
0.52-0.60 |
0.50-0.80 |
0.17-0.37 |
≤0.035 |
≤0.035 |
| BS Standard |
BS Grade |
0.40-0.60 |
0.60-1.00 |
0.05-0.35 |
≤0.050 |
≤0.050 |
| AREMA Standard |
Per AREMA |
Per AREMA |
– |
– |
– |
– |
| Property |
Requirement |
Test Method |
| Tensile Strength |
Rm ≥ 785 MPa |
GB/T 228.1 |
| Yield Strength |
ReL ≥ 520 MPa |
GB/T 228.1 |
| Elongation |
A ≥ 9% |
GB/T 228.1 |
| Reduction of Area |
Z ≥ 20% |
GB/T 228.1 |
| Brinell Hardness |
HBW 227-388 |
GB/T 231.1 |
| Cold Bend Test |
d=3a: 30°, no crack |
GB/T 232 |
| Standard System |
Standards |
Markets |
| GB (China) |
TB/T2345, GB standards |
China, Asia |
| UIC (International) |
UIC 864-4, UIC 860 |
Europe, International |
| AREMA (USA) |
AREMA 2010, 115RE, 136RE |
USA, North America |
| BS (Britain) |
BS 47-1, BS 80A, BS 90A |
UK, Commonwealth |
| DIN (Germany) |
DIN 5902 |
Europe, Middle East |
| NF (France) |
NF A 45 |
Europe, Africa |
| JIS (Japan) |
JIS E 1101 |
Japan, Asia |
| AS (Australia) |
AS standards |
Australia, Oceania |
| Process |
Description |
Application |
| Hot Rolling |
Steel rolled to shape at high temperature |
Standard fish plates |
| Forging |
Pressed/hammered into shape |
Heavy-duty, joggled plates |
| Machining |
CNC cutting, drilling, finishing |
Precision requirements |
| Heat Treatment |
Quenching and tempering |
Enhanced strength |
| Surface Treatment |
Galvanizing, painting, oiling |
Corrosion protection |
| Treatment |
Description |
Durability |
| Plain/Oxide Black |
Natural mill finish |
Standard |
| Hot-Dip Galvanized |
Zinc coating for rust protection |
20+ years |
| Electro-Galvanized |
Thin zinc layer |
Indoor/low humidity |
| Spray Zinc |
Thermal zinc spray |
Coastal areas |
| Paint/Primer |
Industrial coating |
Custom colors |
| Anti-Rust Oil |
Temporary protection |
Storage/shipping |
| Packing Type |
Description |
| Wooden Pallets |
Standard export packaging |
| Steel Bundles |
Secured with steel straps |
| Wooden Crates |
For fragile/special requirements |
| Container Loading |
20ft/40ft GP/HQ containers |
Marking: Each fish plate marked with:
- Rail standard/type
- Heat number
- Manufacturer’s mark
- Manufacturing date
Our railway fish plates are widely used in:
- 🚂 Railway Construction – Main lines, branch lines, high-speed rail
- ⛏️ Mining Industry – Underground mining tracks, surface rail systems
- 🏭 Industrial Facilities – Factory railways, workshop tracks
- 🚢 Port & Terminal – Container yards, port railways
- 🏗️ Construction – Temporary tracks, construction railways
- 🌾 Agriculture – Farm railways, plantation tracks
- 🌍 Global Infrastructure – Projects in Africa, South America, Asia
- Made from high-quality carbon steel (55# steel, Q235, etc.)
- Strict quality control throughout manufacturing
- Each batch undergoes chemical and mechanical testing
- Mill test certificates (MTC) provided with every shipment
- ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system
- Standard fish plates (4-hole and 6-hole)
- Joggled/bulged fish plates for emergency repair
- Compromise/combination fish plates
- Insulated fish plates for electrified tracks
- Light rail fish plates (8kg-30kg)
- Custom specifications available
- GB/TB standards (China)
- UIC standards (International)
- AREMA standards (USA)
- BS standards (Britain)
- DIN/NF standards (Europe)
- Custom standards upon request
- Successfully exported to Africa, South America, Southeast Asia, Australia, and more
- Familiar with international trade procedures
- Professional packaging for safe ocean transportation
- Complete export documentation (CO, CI, BL, PL, MTC)
- Direct from manufacturer, no middlemen
- Flexible MOQ for different order sizes
- Volume discounts available
- FOB, CIF, CFR, EXW terms accepted
- Professional technical support
- Quick response within 24 hours
- Customized solutions for your projects
- Sample orders welcome
- After-sales support and documentation assistance
Our Quality Control Process:
- Raw Material Inspection – Chemical composition verification
- Production Monitoring – In-process quality checks
- Dimensional Inspection – Critical measurements verified
- Mechanical Testing – Tensile, hardness, bend tests
- Surface Inspection – Visual and coating checks
- Documentation – MTC, inspection reports, certificates
Certifications Available:
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management
- ISO 14001 Environmental Management
- Mill Test Certificate (MTC)
- Third-party inspection (SGS, BV, CCI)
Q: What is the minimum order quantity?
A: Our MOQ is typically 500 pieces per specification. For mixed specifications, MOQ starts at 1x20GP container.
Q: What payment terms do you accept?
A: We accept T/T (30% deposit, 70% balance against BL copy), L/C at sight, and other terms upon discussion.
Q: What is the delivery time?
A: Standard delivery is 15-30 days after order confirmation, depending on order size and specifications.
Q: Can you provide samples?
A: Yes, we can provide small samples for quality inspection. Sample costs can be deducted from bulk orders.
Q: Do you offer custom specifications?
A: Yes, we can manufacture custom fish plates based on your drawings, samples, or technical requirements.
Q: What certificates can you provide?
A: We provide Mill Test Certificates (MTC), quality reports, and can assist with third-party inspections (SGS, BV, CCIC).
Q: Can you match different rail standards in one fish plate?
A: Yes, we manufacture compromise fish plates to join two different rail section profiles.
Q: What surface treatment options are available?
A: We offer plain/oxide black, hot-dip galvanized, electro-galvanized, spray zinc, paint, and anti-rust oil finishes.
We also supply comprehensive railway track fastening components:
| Category |
Products |
| Rail Fasteners |
Rail clips, elastic clips, E-clips, SKL clips |
| Track Bolts |
Hex bolts, fish bolts, track spikes |
| Rail Pads |
Rubber pads, HDPE pads, EVA pads |
| Tie Plates |
Steel tie plates, insulated tie plates |
| Rail Insulators |
Nylon insulators, composite insulators |
| Screw Spikes |
Dog spikes, screw spikes, sleeper screws |
| Washers |
Spring washers, flat washers |
| Rail Shoulders |
Cast iron shoulders, steel shoulders |
