Traction Flashcards
(69 cards)
What type of coupler do 15X trains have?
BSI coupler.
What does BSI stand for?
Bergische Stahl-Industrie.
How many electrical connection pins are there in the electrical connection block on a BSI coupler?
103 (50 fixed and 53 sprung loaded).
What type of brake do 15X trains have?
Tread.
How many tread brakes are there per wheel?
2.
How does the parking brake work?
Spring applied, air released.
What are the engine driven auxillaries?
• Compressor.
• Alternator.
• Lube oil pump.
• Water/coolant pump.
• Fuel pump.
• Hydrostatic pump.
What does the alternator do?
Generates electricity.
What does the compressor do?
Generates air pressure.
What does the lube oil pump do?
Lubricates the engine.
What does the fuel pump do?
Feeds the engine with fuel.
What does the hydrostatic pump do?
Enhances cooling capability.
What sections comprise the BSI coupler?
• Main air connection.
• Mechanical connection.
• Electrical connection.
What does the gathering horn do in a BSI?
The gathering horn guides the couplings into each other as they close for coupling.
What does the uncouple piston do in a BSI?
The uncouple piston is operated by the driver when the uncouple button is pressed. It pushes the uncouple arm out, which in turn retracts the coupling pin, mechanically splitting the units.
What does the tommy bar do in a BSI?
The tommy bar is used for retracting the electric connection block.
What are the ends of a 15X train called?
The 52 end and the 57 end.
What are the specs of a 150/0?
Vehicles: 3
Max speed: 75mph
Brake type: Tread
Max in multiple: 12 vehicles
Suspension type: Primary & secondary
Coupler: BSI
What are the specs of a 150/1?
Vehicles: 2
Max speed: 75mph
Brake type: Tread
Max in multiple: 12 vehicles
Suspension type: Primary & secondary
Coupler: BSI
What are the specs of a 150/2?
Vehicles: 2
Max speed: 75mph
Brake type: Tread
Max in multiple: 12 vehicles
Suspension type: Primary & secondary
Coupler: BSI
What are the specs of a 155?
Vehicles: 2
Max speed: 75mph
Brake type: Tread
Max in multiple: 12 vehicles
Suspension type: Primary & secondary
Coupler: BSI
What are the specs of a 156?
Vehicles: 2
Max speed: 75mph
Brake type: Tread
Max in multiple: 12 vehicles
Suspension type: Primary & secondary
Coupler: BSI
What are the specs of a 158?
Vehicles: 2 or 3
Max speed: 90mph
Brake type: Disc
Max in multiple: 12 vehicles
Suspension type: Primary & secondary
Coupler: BSI
What are the specs of a 170?
Vehicles: 3
Max speed: 100mph
Brake type: Disc
Max in multiple: 12 vehicles
Suspension type: Primary & secondary
Coupler: BSI