All of the magnets can be fitted using the Pandrol Rapid Fit Frame System, with a typical installation time of 20 minutes for a double magnet assembly.
Quick and simplified installation thanks to the Series 2 AWS Magnets’ modular plug coupling, flat baseplate design and compatibility with Rapid Fit Frames. This saves operator time and significantly reduces possession time.
The range of variants available makes the magnets flexible and appropriate for use in diverse applications.
The magnets’ flat baseplate design enables their use within slab-track environments.
As the units are fully sealed, minimal maintenance is required.
The Series 2 AWS Magnets’ light weight and compatibility with lifting frames make them easier to handle and move than legacy magnets.
An optimised magnetic field shape increases the magnets’ efficiency and removes the risk of return field detection.
Interlocking to GE Magnet AWS units enables direct drive, without the need for relays. In addition, YE and YS magnets can be driven without relays.
The magnetic field shape has been designed to meet requirements and remove the risk of return field detection.
The Series 2 AWS Magnets are installed using Pandrol Rapid Fit Frames (PA05/04606), including all single, double and triple bay frames. Modular plug coupling is used and the magnets’ flat baseplate design means that no ballast needs to be removed.
Lifting frames (062/006895) are available to facilitate safe manual handling. The magnets are 20-30kg lighter than legacy magnets.
Suppressor, Electro and Permanent are variants available in either standard or extra strength.
The Series 2 AWS Magnets are fully compliant to the latest Network Rail requirements (GE/RT8075). This includes flux density compliance: at input voltage from 88V (132Vac for 110Vac units); at input voltage from 18V (30Vdc for 24Vdc units); across the ambient temperature range, -20°C to 40°C.
The Series 2 AWS Magnets’ reliability has been comprehensively tested, including: shock and vibration EN50125-3; IP68 rated (water and dust ingress protection); climatic (DEF-STAN 00-35 Part 4). Mean time between failure (MTBF) values are in excess of 114 years for the 24Vdc units and in excess of 76 years for the 110Vac units.
Balises are an integral part of the European Train Control System and Communications Based Train Control, providing critical safety data about the location of trains through communication with train-borne receivers.
The supports are available in 2 m and 1.2 m variants, as well as 1 m for use with third rail.
The magnets are available in standard strength (yellow) and extra strength (green) for third rail applications.
A second magnet tells it to switch back on again afterwards. It is mounted on the end of a sleeper to align with the trainborne sensor.
The frames can be configured for single, double or triple magnet installations and are easily installed on a wide range of rail fastening and sleeper designs.
The Clamp Beam is mounted between sleepers on ballasted or slab tracks and is retained by clamping to the feet of the running rails.
The Adjustable CableGuard accommodates most rail types, with a unique locking system to allow easy yet secure fitment to the bottom of the rail.
The On-Sleeper Beam is mounted over the sleeper onto the existing rail fastening, eliminating the need to drill the sleeper.