The BD8 Block Occupancy Detector is a state of the art train detection system which has the following features:
Detects trains in up to 8 separate blocks, up to 3 amps/block.
Works with DCC (Digital Command Control), DC or AC train power.
Provides occupancy detection for ABS, APB & CTC signaling when used with our separate MSC Master Signal Controller boards. No computer or software required.
Provides OCCUPIED and VACANT outputs for each block.
Can detect any engine or rolling stock that draws at least 200 microamps.
Detects by monitoring current to each block.
Operates LED's using the on-board regulated 5 volt supply and external current limiting resistors.
Provides occupancy detection for computerized layouts. Requires separate computer interface board.
Can also operate bulbs, relays to output logic signals to other circuitry.
Outputs can switch 200 milliamps at up to 16 volts DC.
Furnished completely assembled, with mounting hardware.
Built in self-test functions to assist in installation and trouble shooting.
Download user's manual at no cost.
Requires a 12 VDC regulated power supply that can be shared by numerous other circuit boards.

Our Master Signal Controller (MSC) is the latest in the series of state of the art signaling products for model railroads. It is THE ANSWER for someone who wants fully functioning, prototypical trackside signaling on their layout.
Has 18 different built-in layout track configurations, and generates typical ABS, APB & CTC signal aspects.
Uses our BD8, or other compatible occupancy detectors, to provide train detection.
Controls four to six signal heads, depending on track configuration selected.
Computers and software are NOT required.
Directly operates LED's using the on-board voltage regulator and external resistors.
Operates color light, position light, color-position light, searchlight and semaphore signal heads.
Operates 2-pin and 3-pin, multi-color searchlight signal heads.
Can also operate bulbs, relays, or output logic signals to other circuitry.
Furnished completely assembled with mounting hardware.
Download user's manual at no cost.
Requires a 12 VDC regulated power supply that can be shared by numerous other circuit boards.

The Grade Crossing Controller is a module which completely controls a highway grade crossing protection equipment. The GCC performs the following functions:
Detects trains approaching the grade crossing, and while blocking the road.
Starts flasher and bell audio outputs, and activates the output to lower the gates when the train enters an approach block.
Digitally synthesized audio is the MOST PROTOTYPICAL BELL SOUND available - ever.
Activates the gate raise signal after the train clears the road. Stops the bell and flasher outputs when the gates are raised.
Expandable to a total of 8 tracks crossing the road.
Manual gate raise and lower inputs to allow the crew to operate the gates when the train is stopped.
Can be used with or without operating crossing gates.
Combines grade crossing detection with your signaling system occupancy detection, if any.
Accessory in development to display the speed of a train as it passes the road.
Furnished completely assembled, with mounting hardware.
Download user's manual at no cost.
Requires a 12 VDC regulated power supply that can be shared by numerous other circuit boards.

The Grade Crossing Expander is a module used to expand grade crossing protection to include additional tracks. Each module performs the following functions:
Expands protection to include one additional track per module.
Detects trains approaching the grade crossing, and while blocking the road.
Uses the Grade Crossing Controller to operate the flashing crossbucks, sound the bell, and control the gates.
Up to 7 GCX modules can be added to a single crossing to protect a total of 8 tracks.
Combines grade crossing detection with your signaling system occupancy detection, if any.
Furnished completely assembled, with mounting hardware.
Download user's manual at no cost.
Requires a 12 VDC regulated power supply that can be shared by numerous other circuit boards.

Detectable Wheelsets are used to cause occupancy detectors to detect rolling stock that would normally not be detected. They perform the following functions:
Draws a very small current from the track that activates sensitive occupancy detector circuitry.
Simply replace 1 or 2 existing wheelsets in your existing trucks.
Uses high-quality, non-magnetic NWSL wheelsets with pointed axles.
Many hundreds of detectable cars (depends on track voltage) will draw less than one amp of track current.
Available from stock for HO and N-scales, in scale diameters of 33" and 36".
N-scale wheelsets are available with both standard axle lengths.

Signal mounting adapters simplify the job of installing signals on your layout. They perform the following functions:
Provides secure mounting and strain relief for fine signal mast wires.
Each mounting kit includes typical current limiting resistors for use with a 5-volt signal supply.
Allows assembly of signals and resistors at your workbench. NEVER DO THIS WORK UNDER YOUR LAYOUT AGAIN!
Provides reliable mounting for LED current limiting resistors.
Provides secure attachment and strain relief for cable to signal control circuitry.
Works with our signal control products or controllers from other manufacturers.
Allows attachment of cable to signal controller cable ABOVE the layout!
Available for single and double head Color Light (CL), Position Light (PL), Color Position Light (CPL) and Searchlight (SL) signals.