Installation Instructions
Expansion Module and Expansion Element
Program 0815
MV0815-0005a-EN
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5.1
Expansion Modules in Sections
≥
20 m
The calculation of the number of expansion modules required is based on a temperature spread of 40 K. This covers
the usual operating temperature of +5 °C to +45 °C.
Procedure:
From the layout, take all the relevant track segments between physical and/or natural fixed points, that is, all straight
track segments that lie between:
Two curves/bends
Two end caps
A curve/bend and an end cap
A curve/bend and an anchor clamp
For track segments, the number of expansion modules is determined according to the following table:
Length
Temperature spread
Number of expansion modules
0 m - 20 m
40 K
0
20 m – 36 m
1
n x 36 m
n
Fig. 4: Determining the number of expansion modules
When using multiple expansion modules within a straight track segment, fastening points must be provided between
them (see section 6.3.3.5 in BAL0815-0002). A fastening point must be located in the middle between two expansion
modules.
Fig. 5: Determining the number of expansion points needed
NOTE!
Expansion elements are not designed for use in bends or curves, and may only
be installed in straight sections!
