ASCE 50 Rail
Product Overview
The ASCE 50 rail (Also called 50 lb rail) are engineered to meet the rigorous demands of light rail systems, industrial tracks, and temporary transportation networks. Designed in accordance with ASTM A1/AREMA standards, our ASCE 50 rails and accessories are trusted for their precision, durability, and cost-effectiveness. With a focus on safety and performance, Gloryrail’s products ensure smooth operations in mining, factory logistics, and construction environments.
Key features
Rail height: 98.43mm ; base width: 98.43mm
Web thickness: 11.11mm; head width: 54mm.
Material: 55Q Carbon Steel (Default):
Chemical Composition: C 0.52–0.60%, Mn 0.60–0.90%, P ≤0.04%, S ≤0.04% (ASTM A1)
Key Specifications:
Profile: Symmetrical wide-flange design (24.855kg/m)
Length:Standard: 6/24 m; custom lengths available upon request.
Lightweight Design for Easy Installation
24.855kg/m weight reduces transportation costs and simplifies manual handling.
Compatible with standard light rail fasteners (e.g., rail clamps, wood or concrete sleepers).
Cost-Effective Performance
55Q carbon steel offers reliable strength (tensile ≥685 MPa) for non-heavy-duty applications.
Precision Engineering
Straightness: ≤2 mm/m (ASTM A1 requirement), minimizing track alignment issues.
Applications
Mining & Quarry Operations
Ideal for underground and surface mining transport, supporting heavy payloads while minimizing maintenance.
Factory & Warehouse Logistics
Optimized for automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and material handling systems in industrial settings.
Construction & Temporary Projects
Lightweight design facilitates rapid deployment for temporary railroads in construction zones.
Urban Light Rail Networks
Suitable for low-speed, low-traffic urban transit systems, ensuring smooth passenger flow.
Material Composition:
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| 55Q | Mechanical property | Chemical composition(%) | |||||||||
| Yield strength | Tensile strength | Elongation | Hardness | C | Si | Mn | S | P | |||
| MPa | kg/mm² | MPa | kg/mm² | min | HBW | ≤ | ≤ | ||||
| ≥ | ≥ | ≥ | ≥ | ≥ | |||||||
| 685 | 69 | 197 | 0.50-0.60 | 0.15-0.35 | 0.60-0.90 | 0.04 | 0.04 | ||||
Why Choose Us?
As a leading rail Supplier in China, we use localized manufacturing expertise to offer competitive pricing and rapid delivery. Our ASCE series rail is trusted globally for its consistent quality, safety, and we have more than 15 years experience focused on steel rails.
Explore our full range of steel rails solutions and request a quote today. Partner with us for reliable, high-performance rails that drive efficiency in your operations.