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.