Turnout Anti-Derail Protection Circuits
The circuits presented here will prevent turnouts from being thrown while a train is on a switch, ideal where the switch cannot be seen by the operator.
Turnouts are sections of track that allow trains to travel from one line of track to another. The points control which way the train will go.
Electric Turnout Control
Many model railroaders do not use electric controlled turnouts anymore, as they prefer the hands on approach.
Detail of prototype turnout points and throw mechanism. Click for higher resolution version. Photo by Richard Schumacher.
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Turnout--Where two diverging tracks join; sometimes called a switch but this word also refers to toggle switches and the like. The term switch is also considered the moving rails part of the turnout.
Turnout: A piece of track that allows a train to go from one track to another. Called a switch on a real railroad. Referred to by number. For example, a no.
Turnout - Also called a switch, a railway track section for diverting moving trains from one track to another.
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Turnouts- curved, straight? #4 or snap-switch? Powered or Insul-frog?
Available curved or straight, in many different sizes. The curved ones are measured by the radii of the two ends, while the straight ones go by a number, usually.
Turnout
A section of track with movable rails to divert a train from one track to another. Also "switch," although technically the switch is only the moving parts of a turnout. "Turnout" also avoids confusion with electrical devices.
Turnout
A track switch-the term "turnout" is used to avoid confusion with electrical switches.
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Turnout
A term for a switch, European in origin. The diverging angle of a turnout is measured in numbers. For example, a no.
Turnouts.
Gauge (track)
The distance measured between the inside edges of the running rails.
Turnout
Generally regarded as the correct nomenclature for a track switch-a device configured with movable rails which allow a train to enter an alternate route.
The turnouts are best painted with a brush. I also painted my switch machines with the Rail Brown paint. They aren't quite as noticeable now.
Two turnouts with track between, connecting two nearby and usually parallel tracks.
Crows Nest
The cupola or box-like structure raised above the roof of a caboose from which a trainman may see along the train while it is in motion.
The stub turnout with light rail eliminates the frightening problem of pivoting those pesky points. However, if you must be modern, an easy path is available. With P.C.
Switches (Turnouts) may be Dual Control Switches, i.e. they are operated remotely from CTC. Dual Control Switches may be operated by hand locally but this is mostly done during CTC failures. Spring Switches are spring loaded in their normal position.
Facing: A turnout is facing if it can select which way to diverge a train. Opposite of trailing.
Fairlie: A type of articulated locomotive, typically (but not exclusively) with two boilers and connected fireboxes in a central cab.
The word turnout can refer to:
the number of people who come to or turn out for an event, such as voter turnout in an election
a railroad switch or point
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Curved lead (turnout). The rail from heel of switch to toe of frog.
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Degree of curvature. See Curvature, degree of.
Track & Turnouts: model railroad track is available as a variety of fixed radius curves and straight sectional pieces.
The Gargraves turnouts / switches prove effective for making better yards and spurs, as illustrated here.
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Turnout Number The ratio of the length of the tangent track to an equal unit of space between the tangent track and a point on the branch track.
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UDE Undesired Emergency. An emergency that is not initiated by a crew member.
Make the Turnouts Turn.
You have two options. The easy option is to use LGB 12000 spring loaded switch drives instead of 12010 electrical switch drives.
Y point
A point or turnout shaped like an uppercase Y; in other words a turnout with two equal diverging tracks rather than one straight track and one diverging one. Spelt wye in North America.
Common acronyms that you might run across.
Guard Rail A rail or other structure laid parallel with the running rail of a track to prevent wheels from being derailed; to hold wheels in correct alignment to prevent flanges from striking the points of turnout or crossing frogs or the ...
Double Slip Switch Used only where space is limited, combines the functions of a crossing and turnouts to allow any one of four routings.
Ladder Track A series of turnouts providing access to any of several parallel yard tracks. Line Haul Road A railroad that handles freight over a medium to long distance.
Check Rail : This is the length of rail which holds the inside of the wheel to stop the other wheel from going down the wrong side of the frog on your turnouts.
Such signals govern movements over a series of consecutive blocks and are actuated by a train or engine or by other conditions affecting the use of the block, such as a broken rail, switch not properly lined, car standing on a turnout foul of a main ...
Signal Box A building from which the surrounding turnouts and signals are operated. May contain either a lever frame or in more modern signal boxes a panel containing switches and coloured lights.
Also called Turnout. A track section allowing the train to move from one track to another. Switch is also a term used to describe the sorting of freight cars.
Switchback - A method of climbing a steep grade in a confined area.
Physical features include 1312 feet of track, 156 turnouts, over 225 structures, full night-time lighting from over 300 bulbs.
While Peco and Atlas track can be joined easily at turnouts or in straight sections, avoid mixing the two brands of track when you're laying out and joining curved sections of track.
DCC can be used to enforce speed control through important sections of your layout or to stop a train in a siding, in the station, or before an occupied rail crossing. Using a few diodes, you can even protect a train from overrunning a turnout thrown ...
Also often referred to as a turnout. Point Locks Mechanical devices attached to points to ensure that they remain fixed for the passage of a train through them. In many countries, they are a legal requirement where passenger trains are operated.
 See also: Track, Switch, Train, Point, Layout
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