Tests Prescribed for Rails

The following tests are prescribed for acceptance of the rails:
  1. Tests for Grade 710 rails:
    • Falling Weight Test.
    • Chemical Analysis Test.
    • Tensile Test.
  2. Tests for Grade 880 rails:
    • Falling Weight Test.
    • Chemical Analysis Test.
    • Tensile Test.
    • Microscopic Examination from Top End/Bottom and Crop.
    • Hardness Test for 10% of the Cests.
    • Hydrogen Content in Liquid Steel to be Checked for 5% of Costs and shall be Less than 3 PPM.