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China Tie Plate Factory: High-Strength Metal Gauge Plates & Rail Fasteners - EN 13481 & AREMA Certified Suppliers
Basic Information
These metal gauge plates and base tie plates are core load-bearing components in EU/US standard compliant rail fastening systems. Metal gauge plates are installed between the elastic clip and base plate to adjust rail gauge and restrict lateral displacement of rails, while metal base tie plates bear and transfer vertical wheel-rail loads to sleepers, avoiding concentrated stress damage to track beds.
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EU Standard (EN 13481)
Made of QT450-10 ductile iron (EN 1563), suitable for 350km/h high-speed rails and 25t axle-load lines. Compatible with Pandrol Fastclip and Vossloh SKL.
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US Standard (AREMA)
Grade A cast steel or malleable iron base plates designed for 40t axle-load heavy-haul freight lines, matching standard AREMA profiles.
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Anti-Corrosion Tech
Hot-dip galvanized or dacromet coatings, passing 1000+ hour neutral salt spray tests for extreme weather (-45℃ to 75℃).
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Gauge Adjustment
Supports ±8mm to ±12mm rail gauge adjustment by changing thickness, significantly reducing maintenance costs.
All products pass 5 million dynamic load cycle tests without deformation or cracking. Custom sizes are available for special project requirements to ensure full compatibility with various track beds and sleeper dimensions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials are used for these rail plates?
For EU markets, we use QT450-10 ductile iron (EN 1563). For North American markets (AREMA), we provide Grade A cast steel or malleable iron to handle heavy-haul requirements.
Are these components compatible with major fastening systems?
Yes, they are fully compatible with international systems including Pandrol Fastclip and Vossloh SKL fastening systems.
What is the maximum axle load capacity?
Our plates support up to 25t axle-loads for EU high-speed lines and up to 40t axle-loads for North American heavy-haul freight lines.
How do the plates perform in extreme weather conditions?
With hot-dip galvanized or dacromet coatings, they pass 1000+ hour salt spray tests and operate reliably in temperatures ranging from -45℃ to 75℃.
Can the rail gauge be adjusted without replacing the base plates?
Yes, the gauge plates support ±8mm to ±12mm adjustment by changing thickness, which eliminates the need to replace base plates and cuts maintenance costs.
Do you offer customization for specific projects?
Absolutely. We provide custom sizes and specifications to match unique project requirements, sleeper dimensions, and rail profiles.