For 54E1 (UIC54) rail, 4-hole joint bars (also known as fishplates) are the standard fastening solution for connecting rail ends in medium-load tracks. They are primarily designed according to UIC864-4 and UIC864-8 international standards.
Sigunum Rail Fastening is a direct manufacturer of high-quality joint bars for Rail 54E1. We specialize in producing durable, precise railway joint bars to meet international standards, and we work closely with clients worldwide to provide reliable rail fastening solutions.
The standard 4-hole joint bar for 54E1 rail is characterized by its specific weight and length to match the rail's profile:
Length: Standard versions are typically 630 mm long.
Weight: Each piece weighs approximately 15.6 kg.
Material: 45#, 50#, 55#.
Hole Diameter: Generally drilled to accommodate 24 mm to 27 mm diameter fishbolts.
Joint Gap: These plates are configured for different expansion gaps, commonly 4mm or 10mm.
Expansion Allowance: These bars are installed with a small gap between rail ends to allow for thermal expansion and contraction without buckling the track.
Load Distribution: They ensure track continuity by distributing the dynamic loads of passing trains across the joint, maintaining alignment and stability.
Fastening Requirement: A standard set for one rail joint consists of two joint bars (one for each side) and four fishbolt sets, which typically include the bolt, nut, and spring washers.
We are also good at producing common variations of joint bars for Rail 54E1. In addition of length 580 mm and 630 mm fishplates for Rail 54E1, Signum Rail is also able to provide 600 mm fishplates for Rail 54E1.