UIC 541-06

Magnetic Track Brake Systems Testing

This test specifies requirements for magnetic rail brakes (also called eddy current or magnetic track brakes) used as supplementary braking systems on trains, particularly for steep gradient sections and emergency deceleration scenarios. These electromagnetic devices generate braking force without contact friction, reducing mechanical wear and enabling higher service speeds. The standard covers magnetic field generation, electromagnetic compatibility, thermal performance, and safety interlocks to prevent unintended activation. Accreditation for this test is vital for ensuring safe operation in mountainous railway networks and validating performance under extended duty cycles where conventional brake systems would overheat.

What it measures

Magnetic braking force output and consistency
Electromagnetic field characteristics and shielding
Thermal dissipation and cooling performance
Activation reliability and control system safety
Electromagnetic compatibility with train electronics

🇩🇪 DIN EN 61000 🇬🇧 BS EN 61000 🇫🇷 NF EN 61000 🇮🇹 UNI EN 61000 🇪🇸 UNE EN 61000 🇳🇱 NEN EN 61000

1,323 Accredited labs

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Clearview Environmental

UKAS 6536 Leicester, GB

(HSG 264, 2012) Appendix 5 of HSG 227 (2004))

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Clyde Environmental Consultants

UKAS 9102 Bellshill, GB

(HSG 248) – 2021 SRV-002 based on HSG 248 (PCM) based on HSG 248

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CoMech Metrology

UKAS 0318 Derby, GB

Chronic progressive external Depth Internal Dial gauges and dial test Caliper + 3 more

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Coesfeld

DAkkS D-K-15093-01-00 Dortmund, DE

Kraft (WPM) Belastungseinrichtungen von Werkstoffprüfmaschinen Länge (WPM) 0,5 mm messeinrichtungen von + 3 more

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Common Services Agency – NHS National Services Scotland

UKAS 0595 1 South Gyle Crescent, GB

simulation. parameters and ranges) digital and analogue

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Compli Group

UKAS 4332 Poole, GB

DC CURRENT DC Resistance Oscilloscope Calibration DC VOLTAGE CAPACITANCE + 3 more

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ConCert Servicezentrum Bayerischer Untermain

DAkkS D-K-17132-01-00 Elsenfeld, DE

Messgeräte 0,001 V > 0,22 V > 2,2 V > 11 V > 22 V + 3 more

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Conatex Ludwig Colbus

DAkkS D-K-15160-01-00 St. Wendel, DE

Tensile testing of metallic materials (I Vickers hardness test (ISO 6507) Taupunkttemperatur Temperatur −40 °C Railway braking — urban guided transport + 3 more

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