Block Control

Block Controls using a SIM.

Description:

This track configuration allows multiple trains to be run on the same track using blocked sections of track.

This same hookup can be used to protect 90 degree crossings.

The example shown describes two trains on one track, however this same concept can control N trains on one track using N-1 SIM's. For example, 10 trains on one track would require 9 SIM's.


Hookup:

In this track configuration, an isolated section of track is controlled depending upon the location of a train. For this example, two trains both contain magnets. When the "first" train exits the controlled track section, it will "kill" the track section it just left until it has traveled some distance. If the second train enters this controlled section too soon, it will stop until the first train hits the second sensor and releases this block. In this way, both trains are completely synchronized and will never catch up to one another.

Hook up Wires: Two sensors are required, one to kill the block, and another to release the block. (Sensor wires have no polarity) Input power to the Switching Interface Module comes either from the "Accessories" output of the transformer, or from track power. Polarity of wires into the SIM are not important.

Parts Required:

    

  1. RRC-003 Switching Interface Module ........................... Qty 1.

  2. RRC-101 Train Sensors ........................................ Qty 2.

  3. RRC-102 Super Magnets ........................................ Qty 2.

  4. LGB 10260 (or equiv.) track isolators (1 pkg. total).......... Qty 2.

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