High-Quality SKL E-Type Elastic Rail Clips for Railway Fastening Systems

As a professional rail clip manufacturer with years of experience, Yinglin Casting supplies comprehensive types of railway fastening clips to railway projects worldwide, including E-type clipsSKL clipsPR clips, and custom-designed solutions.

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Rail clips (also known as elastic rail clipsrailway fastening clips, or spring steel clips) are essential components of modern railway fastening systems. Designed to securely fasten steel rails to concrete sleepers or wooden ties, our elastic rail clips provide superior clamping force, excellent fatigue resistance, and long-term durability under the most demanding track conditions.
As a professional rail clip manufacturer with years of experience, Yinglin Casting supplies comprehensive types of railway fastening clips to railway projects worldwide, including E-type clipsSKL clipsPR clips, and custom-designed solutions.

Why Choose Our Elastic Rail Clips?

Premium Spring Steel Construction

  • Made of forged spring steel for superior tensile strength
  • Hot forging process ensures uniform microstructure
  • Excellent elastic recovery and fatigue resistance
  • Withstands extreme temperatures and heavy loads

Superior Performance

  • Clamping force: ≥9.5kN per clip
  • Fatigue life: Up to 5 million cycles without breaking
  • Hardness range: 42-48 HRC
  • Corrosion-resistant surface treatments available

Wide Compatibility

  • Compatible with E-type, SKL, PR, and other fastening systems
  • Suitable for concrete sleepers and wooden ties
  • Works with various rail profiles (43kg/m to 75kg/m)
  • Custom designs available per your specifications

Product Types & Specifications

E-Type Elastic Rail Clips

E-type clips (also called Pandrol-type clips) are widely used in railway systems across America, Europe, and Asia. Our E-clips provide reliable rail fastening with excellent elastic properties.
ModelDiameterMaterialClamping ForceHardnessWeightApplication
E1609Ø16mm60Si2MnA≥950kgf44-48 HRC0.43kgStandard rail
E1809Ø18mm60Si2MnA≥950kgf44-48 HRC0.61kgStandard rail
E1813Ø18mm60Si2MnA≥950kgf44-48 HRC0.62kgStandard rail
E2001Ø20mm60Si2MnA≥950kgf44-48 HRC0.80kgHeavy-duty
E2007Ø20mm60Si2MnA≥950kgf44-48 HRC0.80kgHeavy-duty
E2009Ø20mm60Si2MnA≥950kgf44-48 HRC0.80kgHeavy-duty
E2039Ø20mm60Si2MnA≥950kgf44-48 HRC0.80kgHeavy-duty
E2055Ø20mm60Si2MnA≥950kgf44-48 HRC0.80kgHeavy-duty
E2056Ø20mm60Si2MnA≥950kgf44-48 HRC0.80kgHeavy-duty

SKL Rail Clips (Vossloh Type)

SKL clips are designed for the German HM fastening system and are widely used in high-speed rail and heavy-haul applications.
ModelDiameterMaterialHardnessApplication
SKL 1Ø13mm60Si2MnA42-47 HRCHigh-speed rail
SKL 3Ø13mm60Si2MnA42-47 HRCHigh-speed rail
SKL 12Ø13mm60Si2MnA42-47 HRCHeavy-haul
SKL 14Ø14mm60Si2MnA42-47 HRCHeavy-haul

PR Rail Clips (Pandrol)

PR clips offer excellent clip performance for various railway applications, particularly in concrete sleeper systems.
ModelDiameterMaterialHardnessApplication
PR85Ø13mm60Si2MnA44-48 HRCStandard
PR309AØ19mm60Si2MnA44-48 HRCStandard
PR401Ø20mm60Si2MnA44-48 HRCHeavy-duty
PR415Ø20mm60Si2MnA44-48 HRCHeavy-duty
PR601AØ22mm60Si2MnA44-48 HRCHeavy-duty

Other Rail Clip Types

TypeDiameterMaterialApplication
Russia Rail ClipØ18mm60Si2MnARussian rail standard
Deenik ClipØ25mm60Si2MnAConcrete sleepers
Fast ClipØ15mm60Si2MnAModern track systems
Anti-Vandal ClipØ18mm60Si2MnASecurity applications
KPO Rail ClampVarious60Si2MnACrane rails
Nabla Spring BladeVarious60Si2MnAHigh-speed applications

Technical Specifications

Chemical Composition

MaterialCMnSiCrPS
60Si2MnA0.56-0.64%0.60-0.90%1.60-2.00%≤0.35%≤0.03%≤0.03%
60Si2CrA0.56-0.64%0.40-0.70%1.40-1.80%0.70-1.00%≤0.03%≤0.03%
55Si2Mn0.52-0.60%0.60-0.90%1.50-2.00%≤0.35%≤0.03%≤0.03%
38Si70.35-0.42%0.50-0.80%1.50-1.80%≤0.03%≤0.03%

Mechanical Properties

PropertyValue
Tensile Strength≥1,500 MPa
Yield Strength≥1,350 MPa
Elongation≥6%
Hardness42-48 HRC
Fatigue Life (Ø18mm)≥3 million cycles
Fatigue Life (Ø20mm)≥5 million cycles
Clamping Force≥950 kgf (9.5 kN)

International Standards & Certifications

Compliance Standards

Our rail clips are manufactured in accordance with major international standards:
StandardOriginApplication
AREMAUSAAmerican Railway Engineering Association
UICInternationalInternational Union of Railways
BSUKBritish Standard
JISJapanJapanese Industrial Standard
GB/TChinaChinese National Standard
TB/TChinaRailway Industry Standard of China
EN 13481EuropeEuropean Standard for Rail Fastenings
Certifications Available:
  • ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System
  • Railway Product Production License
  • Third-party inspection reports (SGS, BV, CCIC)
  • Material test certificates (MTC)
  • Mill test certificates

Manufacturing Process

Production Quality Control

1. Raw Material Selection

  • Premium spring steel sourced from certified mills
  • Chemical composition verification via spectrographic analysis
  • Strict incoming quality inspection

2. Hot Forging Process

  • Shearing → Heating to forging temperature → Forming → Hardening → Tempering
  • Hot forging ensures uniform microstructure and superior strength
  • Precision tooling for consistent dimensions

3. Heat Treatment

  • Controlled hardening and tempering processes
  • Target hardness: 42-48 HRC
  • Uniform hardness distribution throughout

4. Quality Testing

  • Tensile strength testing
  • Rockwell hardness testing
  • Fatigue life testing (up to 5 million cycles)
  • Dimensional inspection
  • Magnetic particle inspection

5. Surface Treatment

  • Plain/oiled (standard)
  • Oxide black coating
  • Color painting
  • Hot-dip galvanizing (optional)

Packaging & Shipping

Packaging Options

Packaging TypeQuantityApplication
Woven Bags25kg/bagStandard export
Steel Kegs25kg/kegContainer shipping
Wooden Pallets500kg-1000kg/palletFCL shipments
Wooden BoxesCustomizableSpecial requirements

Shipping Information

  • MOQ: 500 pieces (varies by model)
  • Lead Time: 15-30 days (depending on order quantity)
  • Shipping Methods: FOB, CIF, CFR, EXW
  • Export Markets: USA, Europe, Southeast Asia, Africa, South America, Australia

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Product FAQs

Q: What is the difference between E-type clips and SKL clips?
A: E-type clips (Pandrol-style) feature an omega-shaped design and are widely used in North America, Europe, and Asia. SKL clips are designed for the German HM fastening system and are preferred for high-speed and heavy-haul applications. Both provide excellent elastic fastening, but differ in shape, clamping force, and compatibility with different rail fastening systems.
Q: How do I select the right rail clip for my project?
A: Selection depends on several factors: (1) Rail type and weight, (2) Sleeper material (concrete or wood), (3) Track speed and load requirements, (4) Climate conditions, and (5) Existing fastening system compatibility. Our technical team can help you select the appropriate clip based on your specifications.
Q: What material are your rail clips made of?
A: Our rail clips are primarily made of 60Si2MnA spring steel, which offers excellent tensile strength, elastic recovery, and fatigue resistance. Other materials like 60Si2CrA, 55Si2Mn, and 38Si7 are available based on your requirements.
Q: What is the fatigue life of your rail clips?
A: Our standard rail clips have a fatigue life of ≥3 million cycles for Ø18mm clips and ≥5 million cycles for Ø20mm clips. Custom clips with extended fatigue life are available upon request.
Q: Can you provide custom-designed rail clips?
A: Yes, we can manufacture custom rail clips based on your drawings or samples. Our engineering team has extensive experience in designing specialized clips for unique railway applications.
Q: What surface treatments are available?
A: Standard surface treatment is plain/oiled. Optional treatments include oxide black coating, color painting, and hot-dip galvanizing for enhanced corrosion resistance in harsh environments.
Q: Do you provide samples?
A: Yes, we can provide samples for quality evaluation. Sample costs and shipping fees apply. Sample costs are refundable upon bulk order confirmation.
Q: What certifications do you have?
A: We are ISO 9001:2015 certified and hold railway product production licenses. We can also provide third-party inspection reports (SGS, BV, CCIC) and material test certificates as required.

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