- Corporate Headquarters
- 9953 Broadway · P.O. Box 409
- Irwin, PA 15642
- Phone: 724-864-8900
- Fax: 724-864-8909
- info@irwincar.com
Irwin Transportation Products
T-3 Track Switches
Irwin Transportation Products T-3 switch machines are the most versatile switch machine available in North America. They can be used in both single and double tongue applications, can be mounted between or outside of rails depending on application, and can be actuated with DC traction or AC voltage.
They are in use throughout the US and Canada in cities representing a wide range of temperatures and climates, from New Orleans and Galveston to Toronto and Buffalo.
With its unique toggling mechanism, the T-3 switches reliably complete the switch throw on trailing moves through double tongue and needle point layouts. This reduces wheel and switch wear usually inherent to spring return mechanisms.
Embedded Switch Controls with Single Tongue Application
Embedded Double Tongue Switch Application
Benefits
- Eliminates the need for operator to leave vehicle to hand throw a switch
- More efficient vehicle movement
- Decreases headway time through automation
- Reduces switch point and wheel flange wear through its unique trailing feature
- Electric coil operating for simple maintenance, no need for certified master mechanics
- Spring detent rods for semi-auto reset after trailing violations
Features
- Rugged compact embedded design
- Fewer moving parts than motor-driven machines
- Operation from AC or DC sources
- Capable of operating transit style embedded switch points with throws up to 5-1/2"
- Operating force up to 1,000 lbs.
- Holding force up to 650 lbs.
- Trailable
- Available with optional mechanical locking
- Dual-hinged lid design with replaceable gaskets for easy access by MOW workforce
- Truly submersible, rubber bellows rod and lid seals keep out excess debris
- Locking throw rods for between-the-rails applications with 5K pounds of locking strength
Our AC-Powered Switch for Ballasted Rail is ideal for
mining and industrial
applications, and features:
- Electrical versatility from 110 -575 volts
- Motor drive with trailable spring rod
- Point indication
- BOTE-certification for PA
The DC-Powered Switch for Ballasted Rail may be used
in mining and industrial
environments, and features:
- Electric power from trolley line 300 VDC
- Solenoid-driven with integral springs
- Point indication
- BOTE-certification for PA
- Vertical mounting option
To learn more, contact Irwin Transportation Products.
