They also serve as duck under spots for easier enthe setup track behind the skyboard can be used for behind the scene removal and setup of trains. Ntrak brooks ice house jim nickle double ttrak cactus flats chester freedenthal module set ttrak calvin and hobbs siding howard beall mountain corner ntrak calvins corner howard beall mountain corner ntrak camp site set josh weilepp and steve jackson module set ttrak camp swampy chester freedenthal 180 corner ttrak. Modular framework handbook home the global fund to. Minimal information on designing a module track plan. This module provides a summary of the entire toolkit and sets out the framework for the more detailed technical modules that follow. Ttrak, trams, trolleys, trains, two tracks and table top here are lees three ttrak modules as they were displayed at the saint louis nmra train show in july 2001. Lightweight sides are cut from 18 luan plywood and ends are cut from 1 x 4 poplar. These modules are being constructed using the instructions in the ntrak module howto book. It is the most popular standard for use in united states n scale. Ntrak alternate wiring and connectors quick reference. A module is a portable section of table type structure which is but one part of a large group of like tables which when all assembled together form a large and fully operating model railroad. Module in ntrak model railroading, a module is a section of a layout built to the international ntrak standards.
The ntrak module how to book n scale modular railroading on. This concept has proven ideal for enjoying and showcasing model railroading in n scale. Named after our most enthusiastic family member, this module gave you an idea of what many railroad small towns in montana looked like. The three tracks are common to all modules and the same. Cut the corners out of a second 2x4 piece of 34 plywood and place it on the bottom frame. Books the following publications are available for sale at the company store. Im looking into building one to test out the system and see if its what i want to get into, but there doesnt seem to be a whole lot of info on the web referencing module construction or track wiring for dcdcc outside of the official manual. As shown in this drawing, the transition modules can also be used in pairs as standard modules. The xcontrollermanager gives access to the controllers of the drawing framework. Please click on the ttrak logo, just above, then click on the drawings link. The manual states to offset the curve by 14 and use a piece of flex track to transition from the curve to the straight track. Note the 100 ton mine trucks used to haul ore from mine.
Ntrak modules in other countries often use different electrical and. Ntrak modules are used to build large display layouts as well as home and club layouts. There is no right or wrong way to build a module as long as it conforms to ntrak standards. A pane is an abstraction of a window and is one of the resources managed by the drawing framework. Ntrak alternate wiring and connectors wiring for dcc by. If you are modeling in other scales or standards, it is a worthwhile reference even if you are modeling a different scale or to other module standards. Conclusion none of the books cover any of the modern advances in dcc or module materials, which is. Is anyone familiar with the ntrak standards andor use ntrak modules on their homeclub layout.
Ntrak is one of several model railroad module standards. On the right is a carnival scene with a battery powered merry go round. Spends a lot of space on the interrail standards, and then doesnt do anything with them later in the book. Redblack automotive zip wire, speaker wire or black lowvoltage lighting wire with a rib molded along one conductor may be used. Introduction to layout modules national model railroad. Zbendtrack has a very nice adobe pdf manual covering the standard, planning concepts, module construction and electrical. This allows us to model scenes where the ntrak three track spec would not be realistic. The module framework allows extensions to contribute to different areas of a page to provide flexibility, enhance the user experience, and maximize performance.
The city module onetrak is an extension of the ntrak specs that allows modelers to build interoperable modules with a single track. Track mounting screws are included with each flush deck module. The module controller is responsible for loading a module addon, plugin, whatever the name when it is first used. The minimal standards in ttrak permit the flexibility to build modules of all shapes and sizes. It provides a decisionmaking framework and road map that policymakers can use to guide them through the process of labor restructuring. Wiring of reversed modules requires special attention and possibly special adapter cables. I desiged it many years ago with the intention of building it but shortly thereafter stopped participating in ntrak due to health and other considerations. Bridge modules in 2 and 4 length are used to complete a alyout with the available full size modules. With a sheet of plywood, you should be able to build 2 modules. Ttrak, trams, trolleys, trains, two tracks and table top. For those of you looking for a way to try out the hobby or to get a little practice before starting your own layout, talk to us. N scale ttrak double wide module kit for your model railroad is the smallest ttrak standard, 12 x inch, available in flush deck predrilled to precisely attach track with included screw or depressed deck to accommodate 1 inch thick scenery foam. To be sure that each module fits to the next one, a set of standards was worked out. Used by a railroad to keep track and roadbed in good condition.
There are adjustment bolts in the legs with a two inch adjustment range. The onetrak manual the onetrak manual specifications 3 modules layout samples 14 standard ntrak layout junction module gordonsville offset module module with additional depth 180 return loop module corner modules onetrak part of the orlando 98 convention layout arrows show direction of traffic on extended red line route. Modules should not flex or twist a module should be light weight but strong enough not to flex. Oct 18, 2016 i build the frame for a 2x4 module from a 4x8 sheet of plywood. You may not currently have room for a layout, but everyone has room for a module. We make a variety of modular, opengrid sections from quality pine lumber and ship them unassembled, but with assembly hardware.
Then return here for some alternate construction techniques. Scalecraft baseboards offers a variety of module sizes, from 1. Our purpose is to foster the quality of life in general and the hobby of model railroading and modular model railroading in n scale 1160 in particular, through a variety of community activities, including exhibits, lectures, workshops, conventions, educational classes and historical displays. A lightweight, 4 foot, ntrak module example for this clinic i have chosen as an example the foam top with gusset type of module. Rebuilding a ntrak corner module, and have a question concerning transition curves. We welcome all skill levels from beginner to expert.
Each n scale ttrak module includes four foot brackets that have a threaded insert installed to accommodate the users choice of leveling screws. Sides overlap the ends and are joined with glue and screws. The four module system is our main staging location. Ntrak manual specifications introduction to ntrak 2 index page module layout ideas 3. If a module flexes, the rail joiners may become loose and the solder joints may crack and cause electrical dead spots in the tracks. The very next year, in 2018, and encouraged by the success of the 2017 layout in orlando, a layout was organized at the nmras. Module three canyon scene with truck stop and campground above indian ruins. This page does not show the complete specifications for a ttrak module. Each module can be connected interchangeably with any other module built to the same standards. Capital pennscalers ntrak module construction page 1. Modelers from all over the world can build modules, bring them to a show, connect to the next module, and become part of a giant n scale layout. They are built by individuals as part of a home layout or specifically for use interfacing with others in a large setup. Play framework the high velocity web framework for java and scala.
Barely any module track plans, including for the ones he describes how to construct. Ntrak entry module model railroader magazine model. At the time i had a gmc van and could transport a 18 module three 6 sections and 20 or more of 4 modules to shows. For example the track center line must be located between four to seven inches from the module front with the top of the rail 40 inches from the floor, the same as ntrak.
Module two ntrak module of an open pit silver mine. The modularization framework decouples feature enablement from the theme code itself. Ntrak modules are tables that c clamp together to form large n scale train layouts at conventions, shopping malls, club rooms, and as home layouts. All flush deck modules are predrilled with track attachment holes to precisely locate your track. Tentrix is a module based web framework for web applications. Module construction model railroad puckdroppers place.
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