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Joining the FasTrack track sections
F
asTrack track sections join together easily.
With interlocking roadbed sections and
large rail tabs, the track fits together securely
so you always get good electrical contact. Refer
to Figure 1 to see how to join the track
sections.
1. Line up your two sections of track.
2. Insert the rail tabs into the openings at the
ends of the corresponding rails.
3. Press the sections together until the
interlocking roadbed snaps into place.
Figure 1. Joining the track sections
Rail tab
Using the track extensions
T
hree track extensions are included with your switch. Two of the extensions have beveled
roadbed on one side, and the other has no roadbed. The extensions work with the geometry
of the FasTrack roadbed.
To join the switch with a regular section of track, you will need to use an extension with
beveled roadbed. To join the track with another switch (larger than O36), a wye, or a 22.5
degree crossover, you will need to use an extension without roadbed. Refer to Figure 2.
Figure 2. Track extensions
Using two extensions
with roadbed, the
track are spaced
further apart. You
may choose to add
additional straight
sections between
the extensions.
Note!
Using one extension
without roadbed, two
mainlines are joined
by two switches. The
tracks keep 6”
centers.
Note!
Extension with roadbed
Extension with roadbed
Extension with roadbed
Extension without roadbed
