RCF/HL Gauge
Rolling Contact Fatigue (RCF) and Head Loss (HL) Gauge
Measures
- Rail Height (expected current) and consequent loss of height
- Rolling Contact Fatigue (RCF) in millimetres
- Head Wear Gauge
- Side Wear on Gauge Corner
Features
- Robust with easy to clean surfaces
- No moving or sensitive electronic parts
- One gauge replaces several similar tools
- Repeatable results with three non-wearing reference points
- Reference charts of wear limits are available and individually configurable
Advantages
- Loads and measures from Field side to avoid issues with worn (sagging, plastic) gauge corner
- Measures in Switch and Crossing sets where rail foot is inaccessible
- Matching rail profiles for plugs can be selected by maintenance crews
- No difficulty with obstructive ballast, sand or snow
- Quick to operate for use in live traffic
Accurate calibration
Easy to use tool
RCF measurement
Side wear measurement