Rail Spike is a kind of fasteners which is used to connect steel rail and sleeper or base plates and sleeper. The rail spikes are roughly chisel-shaped with a flat-edged point. The main function of the rail spike is to keep the rail in gauge. Rail dog spikes provide a strong, simple and inexpensive solution to securing rail track. Our products can also be customized according to clients' requirement.
A railway spike or a railroad spike is a large nail with an offset head that can hold rails and baseplate firmly to the tie (sleeper). It is a small component of the railway fastening system. On track material market, railway spikes have various types according to the structure and way of installation. The dog spikes and the screw spikes are two typical types. As to the making process, two ways are adopted. One is producing railway spikes by manual work. The other is a series of process such as forging, heat treatment and threading through machines.
Railroad spike plays an important role in ensuring the stability of railroad. It is a large rail nail used for fastening railway sleepers or rail ties in the rail track. The obvious features of track spike are the offset head, flat edge point and chisel, which makes the spike resist to loosening. Rail spike is the main component in rail fasteners and it can also be made into railroad spike knife.
| Diameter | Length | Head Diameter | Head Height | Head Washer Height | Head Overall Height | Head Width | Head Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/16" | 6-1/2" | 1-3/4" | 7/8" | 5/32" | 1-1/4" | 27/32" | 1-1/8" |
According to its features, we can classify it into two types, screw spike and dog spike. It has many different functions and can strength types of products. In order to satisfy requirements of environment, technology and freezing, there are still various special spikes like square head spike, hexagon head spike, dog spike with traditional or special designs.
The spike is in natural exposure for a long time.
The spike is often grinded by the vehicle and makes the spike damaged.
When the shape is in deformation.
When the spike has been corroded.
The rail spike should be placed on above circumstances. Since the spike is related to the safety of the whole track and train, the replace method is very important. It can be replaced with the help of professional railroad spike puller, which can pull out the useless or harmful spike quickly, accurately and clearly.
