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START GATES for Plywood Tracks

Model GLW

Description

The GLW is a latch mechanism specifically designed for most wood Pinewood Derby tracks. It operates by remote control to start your race with nobody near the track. The GLW mounts with a pair of self-tapping screws included. The electronics portion of the unit is integrated with the actuator device.

The actuating component is a linear solenoid which pulls a steel latch by a brass pull rod. You will mount a steel strike plate on your peg bar, and mount the GLW on your track so that the parts engage.

More detailed instructions on mounting the GLW can be found HERE.

Attach power and triggering cables, and you are ready to race.

Specifications

Weight: 7ounces, power supply 15.5 ounces

Dimensions H 1.2", W 1.6", L4.6"

Power: 24VDC, 600 ma. (power supply included)

$119

Triggering the GLW

The Model GLW may be activated in three different ways:
Pushbutton Switch Model PB-1   $19
Light Tree Model LT3   $159
Serial Control Interface, Model SCI  $39

Custom Wiring Available. If you have special requirements, please call to discuss.

One often requested modification is the ability to trigger the light tree from within Derby Management sofware in addition to the standard infrared remote control. When the light sequence gets to green, the Light Tree in turn activates the gate. This modification involves work on the Light Tree, the Gate, and and the interconnecting cable, and adds $20. Order Model GLW-D

CLOSEOUT SPECIAL! We are closing out the predecessor to the GLW-D gate, known as the PTG-1D. It is equivalent in all respects except it has a slightly smaller, less powerful solenoid. Get them while they last at $95.

Contact: New Directions, 900 Echols Street SE, Vienna, VA 22180 | 703-319-0840 | Email