The 2100-596 Dual Gating Transducer with Clamp Assembly mechanically clamps two gating transducers to the rail, thus eliminating the need to drill mounting holes. Its bracket is fully adjustable and allows for proper transducer alignment over a wide range of rail sizes. For optimum performance, the gating transducers must be precisely positioned in relation to the bearing scanner and mounted 1‑9/16 inches (3.97 centimeters) below the crown of the rail.
The wheel timing signals generated allow an STC defect detector system to:
- Coordinate bearing and wheel temperature measurements
- Determine a train's direction
- Calculate a train's exit speed
- Calculate a train's length
- Identify individual railcars and locomotives based on axle spacing patterns