Z Scale, Custom Curved Assembly Fixture for Code 40 Rail

Item: Z Scale, Curved Track Assembly Fixture for ME Code 40 Rail - Custom Radiuses
Author: Ron Warris

Built When Ordered

Production Time: 5 days

The AF-B-Z-ME40-C will be automatically added to our production queue when it is ordered.

PRICE : $176.39

Can't find the exact radiuses that you need in any of our pre-defined curved track assembly fixtures? Not a problem! Enter the exact radius and track types (mainline, branchline, siding) that you need in the boxes above, and we will create a custom curved track fixture for your specific needs. Note that custom-built curved track assembly fixtures are premium priced, so you should try and order pre-designed curved track fixtures wherever possible.

Description

Trackwork built using Fast Tracks fixtures is NMRA compliant and will easily out-perform any store bought track! No special skills are needed, and results are guaranteed. Fast Tracks assembly fixtures will help you build high quality hand laid track that:

Is Highly Accurate - Build curved Custom trackwork that stays in perfect gauge - permanently
Performs Perfectly - Eliminates track related derailments
Is Easy To Build - No special skills are needed
Looks Great! - Get results that rival even the most experienced modelers
Lets You Work in Comfort - Build trackwork at your workbench
Is NMRA Compliant - Will work with any NMRA compliant equipment

In addition to code 40 rail, you will also need to purchase matching 0.03" (0.8mm), (7 scale inches) thick, pre-gapped, Z CopperHead PC board Crossties manufactured by Fast Tracks for curved and straight trackwork. Our PC Board crossties match the thickness of the wood ties and are pre-gapped for DC and DCC compatibility.

Add our QuickSticks Crosstie Strips to your order to finish your trackwork. These laser-cut wood tie strips make finishing straight trackwork a snap! We also offer traditional single piece wood cross ties as well.

Using Fast Tracks tools and supplies, building curved trackwork is no different from building straight trackwork and does not require any special skills. The only real difference is that the rail needs to be pre-curved. To ensure that the rail is properly pre-bent, we highly recommend you consider including a Fast Tracks Rail Roller with your order. The Rail Roller tool will make it easy to create smooth, consistent curves and ensure that the rail is properly pre-bent to retain its shape over time.

Fast Tracks Rail Roller

Use the Fast Tracks RailRoller tool to pre-bend rail used in curved track fixtures.

Failure to pre-bend the rail for curved trackwork will result in solder joint failure over time!

Note: We reserve the right to add any custom-designed product to our standard product line using our regular pricing.

TIE SPACING SPECIFICATIONS

Standard Gauge

Mainline	Branchline	Siding
20"	22"	24"

Narrow Gauge

Mainline	Branchline
22"	24"

Below is a cross-reference chart showing which rail other than Micro Engineering is compatible with our fixtures.

Fixture Cut For	Rail Size	Compatible With
ME Code 55	Code 55	Atlas Code 80
ME Code 55	Code 55	Atlas Code 55
ME Code 55	Code 55	Peco Code 80
ME Code 70	Code 70	ME Code 83
ME Code 70	Code 70	Peco Code 83 (IL-115)
ME Code 70	Code 70	Peco 75
ME Code 70	Code 70	Pilz Code 83
ME Code 70	Code 70	Tilig 83
ME Code 83	Code 83	ME Code 70
ME Code 83	Code 83	Peco Code 83 (IL-115)
ME Code 83	Code 83	Peco 75
ME Code 83	Code 83	Pilz Code 83
ME Code 83	Code 83	Tilig 83
ME Code 100	Code 100	Walthers Code 83
ME Code 100	Code 100	Roco Line 83
ME Code 100	Code 100	Atlas Code 83
ME Code 100	Code 100	Atlas Code 100
ME Code 125	Code 100	C & L 125
ME Code 148	Code 100	Right-O-Way 148

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Specifications

PARAMETER	VALUE	DETAILS
Rail Type	Micro Engineering Code 40
Tie Size (Model)	L - 0.46" (12 mm) W - 0.04" (1 mm) H - 0.03" (1 mm)	The actual size of the tie.
Tie Size (Prototype)	L - 8.5' (2.6 m) W - 9"(229 mm) H - 7" (178 mm)	The original tie size that the model was based on.
Track Gauge	0.26" (7 mm)	The distance between the stock rails.
Size	L - 16.5" (419 mm) W - 6" (152 mm) H - 0.25" (6 mm)	The physical size of the product
Weight	2.6 lbs (1.179 kg)
Material	6061 Aluminum

Builder's Resources

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Finishing Straight/Curved Track With QuickSticks

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Hand Laying Curved Track With Fast Tracks Tools

Hand laying smoothly curved trackwork can be challenging and tedious. Here we show you how Fast Tracks curved track assembly fixtures make it easy to build infinite lengths of perfectly formed curved trackwork right at your workbench.

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Using The 35W Weller Soldering Iron For Model Railroad Trackwork

Using the right soldering iron to solder trackwork is critical to success. We recommend the 35 watt Weller pencil type soldering iron with the ST7 conical shaped soldering tip. Watch along as we demonstrate how to get the most from this soldering equipment.