RailwayCare RCS-L50: Lithium-Powered Rail Saw

  • group nameRail Replacement & Welding Systems

  • Min Order1 piece

  • brand nameRailway Maintenance Equipment & Solutions

  • modelLDJ-72

  • payment methodT/T, L/C, D/P D/A

  • update timeSat, 11 Apr 2026 21:56:22 GMT

Paramtents

  • Power Source 72V High-Capacity Li-ion Battery Pack

  • Rated Power 5.0 kW

  • Motor Type Brushless DC External Rotor Motor

  • Saw Blade Diameter 400 mm

  • Sawing Time ≤120 s (for 60 kg/m rail)

  • Operating Temperature –30 °C to +45 °C

  • Ingress Protection IP45

Packging & Delivery

  • Min Order1 piece

Briefing

The integrated lithium-powered rail saw features an all-steel structure design.

Detailed

Overview

The RailwayCare RCS-L50 Rail Saw is a purpose-built, portable rail cutting machine designed for high-reliability track maintenance under demanding field conditions.
Constructed entirely from high-strength steel, the unit ensures structural integrity during high-torque cutting cycles. Power is supplied by a 72V high-capacity lithium-ion battery pack, driving a 5.0 kW brushless DC external rotor motor—delivering constant speed and torque without voltage sag, even under full load.

Cutting force is transmitted via a multi-wedge belt drive system, minimizing energy loss and reducing mechanical wear compared to direct-drive or gear-coupled alternatives. The 400 mm abrasive disc operates at optimized peripheral speed, enabling clean, burr-free cuts on rails up to 75 kg/m.

A centralized electronic control module governs motor operation and provides comprehensive safety protections:
●   Overcurrent Protection (OCP)
●   Overvoltage Protection (OVP)
●   Undervoltage Lockout (UVP)
●   Overtemperature Shutdown (OTP)
Vibration is actively suppressed through engineered damping mounts, improving operator comfort and tool longevity. The entire assembly meets IP45 protection rating, resisting dust ingress and water spray from any direction—critical for outdoor, all-weather deployment.
Field performance confirms reliable operation down to –30°C, with a single charge supporting approximately five full cuts on 60 kg/m rail. At just ≤30 kg total weight, the RCS-L50 is easily transported and deployed by two personnel, eliminating the need for external power or support equipment.
This machine represents a modern shift toward clean, efficient, and operator-safe rail infrastructure maintenance.

Key Features

⚪  Utilizes lithium battery as a clean energy power source, providing an environmentally friendly, pollution-free, and low-noise operation.
⚪  Equipped with a super-powerful brushless DC motor delivering a maximum power exceeding 5 kW, enabling high-efficiency cutting (completing a 60 kg/m rail cut in less than 120 seconds).
⚪  Features a 72V lithium-powered DC control system with safety protections against overcurrent, overvoltage, undervoltage, and overtemperature.
Incorporates effective vibration damping.
⚪  The entire machine is waterproof and exhibits excellent low-temperature resistance, capable of normal operation in extremely cold conditions down to -30°C.
⚪  Offers extended endurance, capable of performing approximately 5 cuts (on 60 kg/m rail) on a single charge.

Technical Specification

Rail Saw tech sheet
Application Effectiveness
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