Actually, there are plenty of layout configurations where an ‘irregular’ module ?(what does ‘standard’ actually mean?) can be used; in?
?a single row spine immediately comes to mind. We use that design element often in our setups. In those cases, an irregular width module, or larger depth module, can easily be used w/o a need to ‘balance’ them with supporting infrastructure.
Not every layout, nor every section of a layout, needs to be arranged in a back-to-back-on-a-single table configuration. T-TRAK modules lend themselves to be arranged into any layout configuration that can be imagined.
The important part is that each module is ‘standard’ in that it can be connected physically(by height adjustment, track spacing, etc.) and electrically (by correct BWWB wiring and common bus connections) to its adjacent modules.
Of course, the layout planner/designer needs to know about these irregular modules in advance so they can be placed where they will fit.
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On Feb 26, 2024, at 5:14?PM, Dave Sefcik <lenoxrealtor@...> wrote:
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I fully agree Bruce that if someone has a module with special?needs it is their responsibility to provide whatever is required. For starters a non-standard module should probably not even be?considered for a configuration. We have standards for a reason. I have modules that require?12 Vdc power. I bring a portable power supply to accommodate?those needs unless I am certain that a 12 Vdc buss is available and if so what type of connector is required. If I think I might need an extension cord I provide one.?
Dave S
On Mon, Feb 26, 2024 at 3:29?PM Bruce Alcock <
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We have a corner junction that is a non-standard size, and we have an offset module for the other side of the loop that travels with the corner.? If someone brings a non-standard size module, should it not be their responsibility to provide the offset, or their module doesn't go into the layout?
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