Buy and sell railway points - Used railway points on railauction.plus
Are you looking for high-quality points for track construction? On our marketplace, you will often find a large selection of different types of used railway points such as single-sided double turnouts or double crossing turnouts. Used turnouts in particular offer you the opportunity to realise projects cost-effectively and as quickly as possible.
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Structure of a switch - What's behind it?
A turnout is a technical masterpiece consisting of various precisely coordinated components. Their design ensures that railway vehicles can switch between tracks safely and efficiently. The most important components are:
- Switch device: The movable switches guide the vehicles to the correct track.
- Centrepiece: The central point where the rail lines cross or converge.
- Wing rail: Supports the frog and ensures a smooth transition.
- Switch locking components: Mechanisms, such as the hook lock of a switch, hold the switch blades securely in position.
- Switch measuring points: These are used for maintenance and help to ensure long-term operation.
An electrical point setting system is also crucial for smooth operation, at least in most cases. It ensures that the points can be controlled and monitored electrically - an important component of modern interlocking equipment, which you can also find on railauction.plus.
Switch types - The right solution for every track layout
There are many types of switches that offer different application possibilities depending on the requirements. The most common include:
- Simple turnout: The standard solution when a track needs to branch off - compact and versatile.
- Curved turnouts: These turnouts are ideal for curved areas and tight spaces. Inside curved turnouts lead the track inwards, while outside curved turnouts extend the radius outwards. They ensure a flowing track layout
- Crossings: From the classic crossing to more complex variants such as the curved crossing or the simple outer curved crossing points - perfect for track layouts with a high degree of flexibility.
- Simple crossing points: This type of turnout combines a single crossing with a turnout function. It is ideal if you need a space-saving solution that enables both the crossing of two tracks and a simple change of direction.
- Double crossing points: A much more complex variant that combines crossings and junctions in both directions in a very small space. It enables a high degree of flexibility, as trains coming from several sides can be routed to different tracks. This type of switch is ideal for busy junctions and tight spaces.
- Simple curved crossing points: This type of turnout combines the functions of a curved turnout and a crossing in one component. It makes it possible to cross tracks in curved areas and change direction at the same time. It is particularly suitable for track layouts where curves and crossings need to be integrated efficiently in a confined space, for example in railway stations or junctions.
- Double curved crossing points: Combines a curved turnout with a crossing turnout to enable multiple changes of direction in a confined space. It is particularly suitable for demanding track layouts where both junctions and crossings are required. Ideal for complex track layouts in junctions.
- Single-sided double points: This turnout makes it possible to connect two tracks on one side while making optimum use of the space. It is often used when parallel tracks need to be connected efficiently without utilising the entire area in both directions.
- Two-sided double turnout: In contrast to the single-sided variant, this turnout connects tracks on both sides, offering even greater flexibility in routing. It is ideal if several tracks are to branch off in different directions at the same time and is often used in more complex track systems.
Load capacity also plays a role: models such as the UIC 60 are particularly robust and designed for high loads in modern railway traffic.
Renowned manufacturers of turnouts - an overview
In the field of turnout construction, there are several well-known manufacturers worldwide that stand for quality and innovation. These include companies such as voestalpine with its wide range of railway turnouts, which specialise in robust and durable designs. Other well-known suppliers include ORTEC and Vossloh, which offer both standard turnouts and customised solutions for complex track systems. These manufacturers rely on state-of-the-art technologies and fulfil international standards such as UIC 60 to ensure the highest standards in track construction.
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