Modified Buffer face plate
Background:
Buffer face plate wears out frequently and spindle rod rotates freely. Cases of buffer casing /socket crack are very high.
Description:
Specification No. ICF/MD/Spec. 252 is issued in line with specification for axle box housing in Aug.13 with the following salient features:
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Material has been upgraded to IS 1030-98: 230-450W which has higher mechanical properties
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Radiography test on 10% of buffers of each batch offered for inspection
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Ultrasonic test on 100% of buffers of each batch offered for inspection
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Destructive test on 2% of buffers of each batch offered for inspection to examine casting defects like porosity, blow holes, shrinkage, slag inclusion etc.
Implementation Status at ICF:
Implemented from 2014 onwards.