ASTM A759 rail

ASTM A759 rail is used for South America and North America market, we have some stock, some type can produce by order, some type can make mould to produce it, please contact with us to ask the details.

ASTM A759 rail is a specification developed by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) that outlines the requirements for carbon steel crane rails. It is specifically designed for use in railway applications where heavy loads and high impact forces are involved. The ASTM A759 specification covers several grades of carbon steel rails, each with its own unique mechanical properties and performance characteristics.

Carbon steel crane rails are commonly used in overhead crane systems, port terminals, industrial tracks, and other heavy-duty applications where the movement of heavy loads is required. These rails provide a stable and durable platform for the smooth operation of cranes and other material handling equipment.

The ASTM A759 rail specification includes various mechanical and chemical requirements that the rails must meet. These requirements ensure that the rails have adequate strength, toughness, and wear resistance to withstand the demanding conditions they are subjected to. Some of the key properties specified in ASTM A759 include tensile strength, yield strength, elongation, hardness, and impact resistance.

The specification also outlines dimensional tolerances, straightness requirements, and surface finish criteria to ensure that the rails are manufactured to precise specifications and can be easily installed and used in railway systems. It provides guidelines for the manufacturing process, heat treatment, and testing procedures to ensure consistent quality and performance of the rails.

ASTM A759 rail are typically produced through a rolling process, where steel billets are heated and passed through a series of rollers to shape them into the desired rail profile. The rails are then cooled, cut to length, and undergo any necessary heat treatment processes to enhance their mechanical properties.

In conclusion, ASTM A759 rail is a vital specification for carbon steel crane rails used in railway applications. It sets the standards for the mechanical properties, dimensional tolerances, and surface finish of these rails, ensuring their durability and performance under heavy loads and high impact forces. By adhering to this specification, manufacturers can produce reliable and safe crane rails that contribute to the efficient and smooth operation of various industrial systems.

The related light steel rails as below, if you need it, please ask us.

Type of rail	Height (mm)	Bottom width (mm)	Head width (mm)	Middle thickness (mm)	Length (m)	Weight (kg/m)	Standard
8	65	54	25	7	6	8.42	YB2222
18	90	80	40	10	6 & 8	18.06
24	107	92	51	10.9	6 & 8	24.46
9	63.5	63.5	32.1	5.9	6	8.94	GB11264
12	70	70	38.1	7.54	6	12.2
15	79	79	42.86	8.33	6 & 8	15.2
22	93.66	93.66	50.8	10.72	8 & 10	22.3
30	108	108	60.33	12.3	8 & 10	30.1

USAGE OF RAILS	TYPE OF RAILS	STANDARD
Rail for Railway	43 kg/m rail, 50 kg/m rail, 60 kg/m rail, 75kg/m rail, 60N rail, 75N rail	TB/T2344-2012, TB/T3276-2011
	P50 rail/R50 rail, P65 rail/R65 rail	GOST-R51685
	S49 rail, UIC54 rail, UIC60 rail	UIC860
	JIS50N rail, JIS60 rail	JIS E1101
	AS50 rail, AS60 rail, AS68 rail	AS1085, BHP RT STD
	90RA rail, 100RE rail, 115RE rail, 132RE rail, 136RE rail	AREMA
	TR45 rail, TR50 rail, TR57 rail, TR68 rail	ASTM
	BS75A rail, BS90A rail, BS100A rail	BS11 STANDARD
	49E1 rail, 50E2 rail, 54E1 rail, 60E1 rail, 60E2 rail	EN 13674-1
Switch Rail	50AT1 rail, 60AT1 rail, 60AT2 rail, 60TY1 rail	TB/T3109-2013
Crane Rail	A45, A55, A65, A75, A100, A120, A150	DIN536
	QU70 rail/KP70 rail, QU80 rail/KP80 rail, QU100 rail/KP100 rail, QU120 rail/KP100 rail, CR175 rail	YB/T5055-2014 ASTM A759-2000
Grooved Rail	59R2 rail, 60R2 rail	EN 14811:2006