Bi (ie Wisi eate ace Fa : > a e -¥ } 4 = anal alt ee * a | | 2 @e ( Zs — = < = ire y 4 z -CROUSE-HINDS COMPANY (We = INMNMNNNIIIUUUUUUITUUUTUUTTTA CROUSE-HINDS ELECTRIC TRAFFIC SIGNALS FOR STREET TRAFFIC SIGNALING BULLETIN No. 213 EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 1924 S CROUSE-HINDS COMPANY SYRACUSE, N. Y., U. S. A. Sales Offices NEW YORK BOSTON CHICAGO PHILADELPHIA DETROIT ST. LOUIS MINNEAPOLIS CINCINNATI SAN FRANCISCO IIL SOMATA 2 SalI w ELECTRIC TRAFFIC SIGNALS Copyright, 1924, by Crouse-Hinds Company a 2 SAUL UA HULA aK HK 5 3 SIAM ELECTRIC TRAFFIC SIGNALS Traffic Signal Installation—Syracuse, New York Type TS-5—Post Mounting Elli UMN ELECTRIC TRAFFIC SIGNALS MN Sill The wide-spread use of the automobile for business and personal use has so congested traffic in our cities that the regulation of traffic has kecome a necessity. Before automobiles were so prevalent, a traffic officer, stationed at a street intersection, could easily direct traffic, and handle it so that there was little or no congestion, even during the rush hours The rapidly increasing use of the automobile has created a trafic problem, which can be solved properly only by regulating traffic, not merely at one or two of the main intersections but throughout the entire congested district. In order to move traffic quickly and smoothly, it is necessary for the traffic officers to work in unison. This can be accomplished only by providing an electrically interlocked system of traffic regulation. In short, a system of traffic signals is becoming an absolute necessity. In cities where they have already been installed, traffic is being handled much more quickly and smoothly, with a result that people are able to get through the congested traffic area in a much shorter time. The intelligent regulation of traffic not only saves considerable time and annoyance, but also prevents accidents. A properly installed and operated system of traffic signals, by which the signals are clearly displayed, and changed at predetermined intervals, is so simple that vehicle drivers and pedestrians can readily be governed by them. The Crouse-Hinds Company has developed such a system of traffic control, which has been installed in a great many cities and which is daily regulating traffic, so that it moves quickly and safely. This system of traffic control is based on displaying colored lights so that they are clearly visible during the day as well as at night. The colors adopted by the Crouse-Hinds Company for the regulation of street traffic are the standard steam railway signal colors and it is advisable that these colors be adhered to, so as to avoid confusion. These colors have come to mean something very definite in the minds of most people and if they are used universally there will be no confusion to people who drive their cars in other than their home city. These colors are: Green —‘‘Go”’ Amber —‘‘Caution”’ Red —‘‘Stop” The signal system is so designed and installed that when the green light is displayed along the street, traffic moves and at the same time traffic is stopped along all intersecting streets by displaying the red light on them. When it is desired to change the direction of traffic, the change is not made abruptly from green to red and from red to green, but a caution light, amber in color, is displayed for a few seconds. The displaying of the amber light provides a warning of an impending change in the direction of traffic and gives the vehicle driver and pedestrian sufficient time to cross the street if they have already started. The standard traffic signal, therefore, consists of three lights; green, amber, and red, which are lighted in a cycle from “oo” to “stop.” Below there are shown in color the signals during a complete cycle of operation. \ Caution Stop The switch which controls the signals is so designed that the contact arm overlaps the green and amber contacts and the amber and red contacts, making the change of direction gradually and providing a warning of the change. Many of the traffic signal systems already installed have a bell connected in multiple with the amber light, which provides an audible as well as a visual signal of an impending change in the direction of traffic. When the bell is used, it is usually con- nected on a separate bus-line and wired to the amber contact on the switch through a single-pole switch which may be opened when it is desired to leave the amber lights burning at night after the traffic system is turned off. ILIA TTT ANNUAL ail Al SING ELECTRIC TRAFFIC SIGNALS ul Below there are given several diagrams showing the locations of One-Way Traffic Signals on the near side of the street and on the far side of the street for regular and irregular corners. In cases similar to Figure 2 it is not possible to use any signal other than a One-Way Signal because the center of the circle is usually filled with a monument or flower bed. Then again there are many cases of two streets crossing at such an angle that a Four-Way Signal can be used to advantage and a third street coming in which must have a signal of its own, controlled by the one master switch. Figure 3 shows a typical irregular intersection of streets which is handled by a combination of signals. ~§ eae Ti Se ‘ts4 ——___, ,,.1s4 eae oe ‘ \ Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Here are shown five streets coming together but the axis of the several streets do not cross at a common point. Due to traffic conditions it was impossible to locate a signal at the intersection of the axis of any two of the five streets. The position of the type TS-2 Traffic Signal out in the center of the street is the same as the old hand semaphore, which it replaced. This signal is visible in both directions along one street but it is not visible during the day on either of the other three streets. To control these streets, three of the type TS-4 One-Way Traffic Signals are used, and they are so located that they are in the direct line of vision of the traffic which they control. All of these signals are connected to and controlled by the master switch operated by the traffic officer. HAA I AAA NWN TUTTI TTT HIATT ill We SHINN ELECTRIC TRAFFIC SIGNALS LUV TTT us HNO Spill HILL Wiring The ordinary wiring of an electrically-interlocked traffic signal system presents no complications and is in reality quite simple. Where the system is designed to handle traffic along parallel and intersecting streets, only four wires are required for the control. Of these four wires, one is a common negative going to all the signal lamps. The other three are treated as positives. To the first of these there are connected all of the signal lamps which illuminate the green lenses facing north and south; also the red lenses facing east and west. To the second positive wire, there are connected all of the lamps which illuminate the amber lenses facing both north and south, and east and west. And to the third of these positive wires there are connected all of the lamps which illuminate the red lenses, facing north and south, and the green lenses facing east and west. These three positive wires are connected to the three segments of the master control switch; to the moving arm of which there is connected the main positive. As the moving arm of the master control switch is rotated from position to position, traffic is carried through a complete cycle of operation. With the switch in the first position, green lights are displayed on all north and south streets, which permits traffic to proceed and at the same time, red lights are displayed on all intersecting east and west streets, which stops that traffic. When the master control switch is in the second position, amber lights are displayed on all streets, both north and south, and east and west. This amber caution signal is displayed for five seconds, during which time moving traffic comes to a stop at the first intersecting cross street and stopped traffic prepares to move. This interval of five seconds, during which the amber caution light is displayed, is sufficient to clear the intersections of both vehicular and pedestrian traffic; and when the master switch is moved to the third position, traffic proceeds smoothly east and west. In most traffic signal installations, it is customary to use a bell in conjunction with the amber caution signal, thus pro- viding an audible as well as a visual signal of an impending change in the direction of traffic. The bell may be connected in multiple with the amber signal light In some installations of electrically-interlocked traffic signals, the amber caution signals are left burning all night after the signal system has been shut down. If this feature is desired, a fifth bus wire is necessary and the bells are connected to it. This bus wire is connected to the amber contact on the master switch through a Single-pole switch which breaks the bell bus wire when the amber lights are left burning all night. This is the simplest form of wiring which may be used, and it is usually sufficient for small installations. Larger installations require more flexible wiring and some of these problems will be discussed. When several parallel streets are controlled, the bus wires for all streets should be connected in multiple to the switch- board located at the main control station. If this is done, any individual street may be disconnected from the system and controlled independently. This should only be done in case of an emergency, since the system will work more smoothly if all the streets are controlled in unison. In extremely large installations it is sometimes necessary to have one or more of the principal intersections so wired that they may be disconnected from the system and controlled for a brief interval by the officer in charge of that intersec- tion. Such a scheme is advisable only in case of a fire or a riot or when necessary to straighten out a bad traffic jam. Some signal systems have been installed providing for displaying red signal lights in all directions simultaneously, in order to bring all traffic to a dead stop in an extreme emergency. The system may be wired so that this can be done either from the master control station or so that the officer in charge of any intersection may throw red signals at that one intersection without disturbing the rest of the system. The very troublesome left-hand turn can also be quite readily controlled by signals by making proper connections for it at each intersection. When traffic is proceeding north and south with the green signal lights and a vehicle wants to make a left-hand turn, he may do so safely by signalling the officer in charge of that intersection who can stop the opposing parallel stream of traffic by momentarily displaying a red light, and then returning to the green light after the left-hand turn has been completed. Any or all of these special features can be provided in any electrically-interlocked traffic signal system. The Crouse- Hinds Company will help any city solve its traffic problem. It will go into the problem thoroughly and submit a working plan, embodying any or all of the special features mentioned above. INTIAL MAA = 7 MOAT ELECTRIC TRAFFIC SIGNALS Traffic Signal Installation—Atlantic City, N. J. Type TS-2—Mast Arm Suspension Traffic Signal Installation—Atlantic City, N. J. Type TS-2—Mast Arm Suspension 8 >No ELECTRIC TRAFFIC SIGNALS Traffic Signal Installation—Dallas, Texas Type TS-2—Post Mounting Traffic Signal Installation—Dallas, Texas Type TS-2—Span-Wire Suspension El I Ke) I ie le DIMITAR TTT FOUR-WAY TRAFFIC SIGNALS Types TS-2 and TS-5 Bracket Mounting Mast Arm Suspension Post Mounting Span-Wire Suspension lI The Crouse-Hinds Company has developed two new types of traffic signal units which are used to control traffic in four directions. They are for use at intersections where streets cross approximately at right angles and the signal units should be located as near as possible to the intersection of the axis of the streets. Each of these signals consists of three light-tight compartments mounted one above the other. On all four faces of each of the compartments there are 83-inch diameter lenses of the proper colors to control traffic in all four directions. The top compartment has green lenses on two opposite faces and red lenses on the other two. The bottom compartment is just the reverse of the top one, while the center compartment has amber lenses on all four faces. When the upper compartment is lighted, the green signal is displayed in north and south directions and a red signal is displayed in east and west directions. When the bottom compartment is lighted, red is displayed in north and south and green in east and west directions. The change in the direction of traffic is not made abruptly from one direction to the other because for a period of a few seconds the amber caution signal is displayed before the signal is given for a change in direction of traffic. This amber light gives a warning of the impending change in the direction so that traffic which is moving will stop at the first intersecting street and traffic which is stopped will get ready to move. The displaying of the amber caution light for a short interval gives sufficient time for a vehicle or pedestrian to complete a trip across the intersection and clears the intersection for traffic which is about to start. As in the ease of other signals it is advisable to connect a bell in multiple with the amber light to provide an audible as well as a visible signal of an impending change in traffic. On the post and bracket types of signals, it is customary to fasten the bell to the post or bracket which supports the signal, and these types are not furnished complete with bell. The mast arm and span-wire suspension types of signals can be furnished with or without the bell attached to the signal proper. Two different types of signals are furnished. In one of them, type TS-2, all four lenses in each compartment are lighted by a single lamp, usually a 150-watt lamp, though smaller lamps may be used. One lamp illtmminates all four lenses in the compartment. On the inner face of each of these signals there is a guard to prevent phantom signals and also a diffuser, which materially increases the visibility of the signal at the side. In the other type of signal, type TS-5, each of the lenses is illuminated by a separate lamp, there being twelve lamps in the signal. This signal is arranged to take a 50-watt, 115-volt, mill type Mazda lamp in a P-19 bulb. Back of each of these lamps there is a parabolic reflector which adds materially to the efficiency of the signal. With the TS-5 signal it is possible to get any combination of colors desired such as stopping traffic in all four direc- tions in an emergency, or stopping it in three directions to permit left-hand turns. Neither of these conditions can be handled with the signal which has a single lamp for illuminating four lenses. Not only is this signal more flexible, but it has the added advantage of being less troublesome in case of a lamp failure, since only one signal is affected rather than four. Type TS-5 signal can be furnished with plain optical semaphore lenses or with prismatic diffusing lenses. Where signals are placed quite far apart the signals with optical lenses should be used, but where signals are mounted at every intersection signals with the prismatic diffusing lenses will be the better, since they have a somewhat wider angle of visi- bility, and the long range given by the optical semaphore lenses is not required. Types TS-2 and TS-5 signals are listed for mounting in various ways to meet almost any condition. The bottom of the post type of signal is tapped for a 4-inch pipe. Where the shaft of the supporting post is larger, it is only necessary to use a reducing coupling. The bracket type of signal is furnished complete with 4-foot bracket arms and pole clamp for steel poles of any diameter up to and including 10 inches, or for fastening to wooden poles. Orders for bracket mounted signals must specify pole diameters and also whether or not the feed for the signals comes through the pole or on the out- side of the pole. Where the standard length bracket is used, no additional support is required. Where the bracket is longer than standard, additional support may be required, depending upon the conditions of installation. Prices do not include additional support. These signals are also furnished for mounting on the end of a 2-inch mast arm. This type of suspension is not rigid but is flexibly suspended by four short chains which will relieve the thread on the end of the mast arm of strains due to wind pressure. Often it is desired to mount a four-way signal on a span wire over the center of intersection. The span-wire suspension is for this kind of installation. The hook-clamp, which hooks over the span wire, is made to swivel so that the signal may be lined up along the axis of the intersecting streets regardless of the hang of the span wire. Signals for mast arm and span- wire suspension may be furnished complete with bell enclosed in a compartment in the bottom of the signal. Both of these types of signals are entirely weatherproof and are so designed that no water, dust, or dirt can get into the housings. The three compartments, as well as the top and doors, are made of cast aluminum of liberal sections which insure the necessary mechanical strength together with light weight. The doors which hold the lenses are gasketed and each door is held in place by four wing screws which facilitate the removal of a door for the inspection or removal of a lamp. NAAT TTT IIITUUVUUIALUIILTALUUUTLUUUTU UT 2 Il LATTA TTT ail 10 MAA FOUR-WAY TRAFFIC SIGNALS Types TS-2 and TS-5 Bracket Mounting Mast Arm Suspension Post Mounting Span-Wire Suspension WE gg Type TS-2 with Semaphore Lenses Type TS-5 with Prismatic Diffusing Lenses Mast Arm Suspension Span-Wire Suspension Type TS-2 with Semaphore Lenses Type TS-5 with Prismatic Diffusing Lenses Bracket Mounting Post Mounting HITTITE TT TTT ANNUITY Mil 11 SINAN FOUR-WAY TRAFFIC SIGNALS Types TS-2 and TS-5 Bracket Mounting Mast Arm Suspension Post Mounting Span-Wire Suspension Type TS-2 Traffic Signal—With One Lamp per Section With Semaphore Lenses in Doors . Net Cat. List Cast Aluminum Wt. ie Price Type TS-2 Traffic Signal for Post Mounting, complete less Bell . . . 2. . 2... 150 Ib. 29671 % Type TS-2 Traffic Signal for Mast Arm Suspension, complete less Bell . . . . . . 144 lb. 29847 - Type TS-2 Traffic Signal for Mast Arm Suspension, complete with Bell. . . . . . 157 lb. 29907 Type TS-2 Traffic Signal for Bracket Mounting, complete less Bell . . . . . . . 173 Ib. 29673 = Type TS-2 Traffic Signal for Span-Wire Suspension, complete less Bell . . . . . . 149 lb. 29667 - Type TS-2 Traffic Signal for Span-Wire Suspension, complete with Bell. . . . . . 162 lb. 29668 s Type TS-5 Traffic Signal—With Four Lamps per Section With Semaphore Lenses in Doors ANNOTATE ATT : Net Cat. List Cast Aluminum Wt. No. Price Type TS-5 Traffic Signal for Post Mounting, complete less Bell . . . . . . . . . | 164 Ib. 29848 * Type TS-5 Traffic Signal for Mast Arm Suspension, complete less Bell . . . . . . 158 Ib. 29849 * Type TS-5 Traffic Signal for Mast Arm Suspension, complete with Bell . . . . . ii Iiley. 29908 x Type TS-5 Traffic Signal for Bracket Mounting, complete less Bell . . . 2... 188 lb. 29850 x Type TS-5 Traffic Signal for Span-Wire Suspension, complete less Bell . . . . . . 163 lb. 29851 ss Type TS-5 Traffic Signal for Span-Wire Suspension, complete with Bell. . . . . . 176 lb. 29852 - Type TS-5 Traffic Signal—With Four Lamps per Section With Prismatic Diffusing Lenses in Doors : Net Cat. List Cast Aluminum Wt. No Pies Type TS-5 Traffic Signal for Post Mounting, complete less Bell . . . . . . . . 128 lb. 29853 2 Type TS-5 Traffic Signal for Mast Arm Suspension, complete less Bell . . . . . . 122 Ib. 29854 se Type TS-5 Traffic Signal for Mast Arm Suspension, complete with Bell . . . . . 135 Ib. 29909 ig Type TS-5 Traffic Signal for Bracket Mounting, complete less Bell . . 2... . 152 Ib. 29855 * Type TS-5 Traffic Signal for Span-Wire Suspension, complete less Bell . . . . . 127 lb. 29856 cc Type TS-5 Traffic Signal for Span-Wire Suspension, complete with Bell. . . . . . 140 lb. 29857 . *Prices on application. Catalog numbers do not include incandescent lamps. Dimensions, page 32. IATA TT AIA HAA 12 IE =>) TTT TTT TTT FOUR-WAY TRAFFIC SIGNALS TS-6 and TS-7 Post Mounting HINA LULU Sill IAAL LIL Types TS-6 and TS-7 Four-Way Traffic Signals are similar to TS-2 and TS-5 as listed and described on pages 9 to 11 except that they have only two of the four-sided compartments. The upper compartments have green lenses in two opposite sides and red lenses in the other two, while in the lower compartment the arrangement is reversed. The amber caution signal is mounted on top and is a WV Condulet with amber Fresnel lens. The lens of the WV Condulet is provided with a hood which protects it and also increases the daylight visibility. When the upper compartment is lighted, the green signal is displayed in north and south directions and a red signal is displayed in east and west directions. When the bottom compartment is lighted, red is displayed in north and south and green in east and west directions. The change in the direction of traffic is not made abruptly from one direction to the other because for a period of a few seconds the amber caution signal is displayed before the signal is given for a change in direction of traffic. This amber light gives a warning of the impending change in the direction so that traffic which is moving will stop at the first intersecting street and traffic which is stopped will get ready to move. The displaying of the amber caution light for a short interval gives sufficient time for a vehicle or pedestrian to complete a trip across the intersection and clears the intersection for traffic which is about to start. Two different types of signals are furnished. In one of them, type TS-6, all four lenses in each compartment are lighted by a single lamp, usually a 150-watt lamp, though smaller lamps may be used. This one lamp illuminates all four lenses in the compartment. On the inner face of each of these signals there is a guard to prevent phantom signals and also a diffuser, which materially increases the visibility of the signal at the side. In the other type of signal, type TS-7, each of the lenses is illuminated by a separate lamp, there being nine lamps in the signal. This signal is arranged to take a 50-watt, 115-volt, mill type Mazda lamp in a P-19 bulb. Back of each of these lamps there is a parabolic reflector which adds materially to the efficiency of the signal. With the TS-7 signal it is possible to get any combination of colors desired such as stopping traffic in all four directions in an emergency, or stopping it in three directions to permit left-hand turns. Neither of these conditions can be handled with the signal which has a single lamp for illuminating four lenses. Not only is this signal more flexible, but it has the added advantage of being less troublesome in case of a lamp failure, since only one signal is affected rather than four. Type TS-7 signal can be furnished with plain optical semaphore lenses or with prismatic diffusing lenses. Where signals are placed quite far apart the signals with optical lenses should be used, but where signals are mounted at every intersection signals with the prismatic diffusing lenses will be the better, since they have a somewhat wider angle of visibility, and a long range given by the optical semaphore lenses is not required. Both of these types of signals are entirely weatherproof and are so designed that no water, dust, or dirt can get into the housings. The two compartments, as well as the top and doors, are made of cast aluminum of liberal sections which insure the necessary mechanical strength together with light weight. The doors which hold the lenses are gasketed and each door is held in place by four wing screws which facilitate the removal of a door for the inspection or removal of a lamp. AIIM aU iit 1 Ww 2 INA FOUR-WAY TRAFFIC SIGNALS Types TS-6 and TS-7 Post Mounting IIAIUOITIUAITIUTUITUUTTU TUTTI Type TS-6 with Semaphore Lenses Type TS-7 with Prismatic Diffusing Lenses Post Mounting Post Mounting Type TS-6 Traffic Signal—With One Lamp per Section ' : Net Cat. | List Cast Aluminum Wt. No. | Price Type TS-6 with Semaphore Lenses for Post Mounting, complete less Bell . . . . 136 lb. 29858 | se Type TS-7 Traffic Signal—With Four Lamps per Section ' : Net Cat. List Cast Aluminum Wt. No os Type TS-7 with Semaphore Lenses, for Post Mounting, complete less Bell . 146 lb. 29859 * Type TS-7 with Prismatic Diffusing Lenses, for Post Mounting, complete less Bell. 122 lb. 29860 * =I AA *Prices on application. Catalog numbers do not include incandescent lamps. Dimensions, page 32. HAA STAN ‘il 14 1))INVNIUIIINNAAUUUI ATT ONE-WAY TRAFFIC SIGNALS Type TS-4 Vertical Bracket Mounting Only Horizontal Type TS-4 One-Way Traffic Signal is a very flexible unit in that it can be mounted to take care of any given traffic condition. Since it is designed to take care of traffic in one direction only the signals can be read in but one direction. These signals can be used to excellent advantage on streets which cross at acute angles or where five or more streets intersect at a given point. In many of our cities several streets radiate from a square or circle where it is not possible to get a clear vision up and down the street. In such cases type TS-4 One-Way Traffic Signal is the only one which can be used. This type of signal consists of three light-tight compartments arranged for mounting on brackets to clamp on tubular steel or wooden poles installed on the sidewalk. The signal itself projects over the street and is readily visible to both pedestrians and drivers of vehicles. In each of these compartments there is mounted a reflector and a colored 83-inch diameter semaphore lens or prismatic diffusing lens. When the signals are placed quite far apart it is better to use type TS-4 signals with semaphore lens but when they are installed at every street intersection the signal with the prismatic diffusing lens will be better since it has a some-what wider angle of visibility. Standard colors are used, namely green, ae and “stop,’ adjusted for a 50-watt, 115-volt, mill type Mazda lamp in a P-19 bulb and the filament of this lamp is at the focal point of ”) 7 amber, and red, which mean “‘go,”’ “‘caution, respectively. The lamp receptacle in each compartment is both the lens and reflector. This combination of light source, reflector, and lens is such that the signal is visible over a very wide angle and for very great distances. Type TS-4 One-Way Traffic Signal can be supplied with the lenses arranged in either a horizontal or a vertical line. The horizontally mounted signal has one advantage over the vertically mounted signal where installed on hilly streets. The signal is arranged to turn on its axis and, therefore, the signal lenses can be elevated or depressed so as to be in direct line of vision of oncoming traffic. Type TS-4 One-Way Traffic Signal is furnished wired complete. The four leads are properly tagged and are brought out through the cover of a type C Condulet in the top of the arm. This Condulet is already furnished with a four-wire composition cover, but where leads are to be run through the pole from underground wiring a cast-iron dome cover and gasket will be supplied. These signals may be mounted on either the near or the far side of the street as is desired, though the far side of the street is preferable where possible, since in this position signals are a little more visible to drivers of vehicles who are stopped and waiting for the signal to change. Where signals are located on the far side of the street they should be high enough to be visible over the line of cross traffic. Where four type TS-4 One-Way Traffic Signals are used at the intersection of two streets, it is unnecessary for all of them to be equipped with bells. It is customary to use only one or possibly two bells at an intersection. The bells may be mounted either at the rear of the signal box or on the post which supports the signal. The latter is the better place for it since it is a little more accessible for adjustment. The casings of the type TS-4 signals are made of either cast iron or cast aluminum. The standard arm is 3 feet 3 inches for horizontal mounting and 4 feet for vertical mounting from the center line of the signal to the pole. The casings are entirely weatherproof and the doors are gasketed and held firmly in place by four wing screws. The entire signal is finished with black enamel which is baked after application. Type TS-4 signals are furnished complete with bracket arms and pole clamps. Where the standard length bracket is used, no additional support is required. Where the bracket is longer than standard, additional support may be required, depending upon the conditions of installation. Prices do not include addi- IMA tional support. The arms of the bracket are made of 2-inch pipe and are screwed into heavy iron brackets which may be had to clamp around tubular steel poles up to 10 inches in diameter or for fastening the signal to wooden poles by means of through bolts. All requisitions for type TS-4 Traffic Signals should specify the diameter of poles on which they are to be mounted. The lenses are tipped downward approximately five degrees which brings the entire main beam of light in direct line of vision. Hoods are placed over the signal lenses and are carefully designed to give a maximum of protection from the direct rays of the sun without in any way lessening the visibility of the signal. With these hoods in place it is impossible to get a phantom signal; that is, it is impossible to have the sun’s rays fall on a lens in such a manner as to make it appear lighted when it is actually out. The hoods are finished with two coats of weatherproof black enamel which is baked after appli- cation. Hoods are permanently mounted on the door frames and should always be used. AL SruUIIMNNIINUINLIIIIIINIUUTUITAHUIITLUUILTA ATUL SI 2! 2M AA = ONE-WAY TRAFFIC SIGNALS = = Type TS-4 = = Vertical Bracket Mounting Only Horizontal = : “te : = I] = = | | = = » i j = = Type TS-4 with Prismatic Diffusing Lenses = = Horizontal Bracket Mounting = = Type TS-4 with Prismatic Diffusing Lenses Side View Type TS-4 with Semaphore Lenses = ES Vertical Bracket Mounting Vertical Bracket Mounting = = Type TS-4—With Three Section Box = = Vertical Mounting Horizontal Mounting = = Description ; ; = = Cat. Net List Cat. Net List = = No. Wt. | Price | No. Wt. | Price = = Type TS-4, Cast Iron, with Semaphore Lenses 29861 | 114 lb. * 29865 | 135 lb. * ~ = Type TS-4, Cast Iron, with Prismatic Diffusing Lenses . 29862 | 105 lb. * 29866 | 126 lb. + = = Type TS-4, Cast Aluminum, with Semaphore Lenses : 29863 | 89 lb. * 29867 | 110 lb. x = = Type TS-4, Cast Aluminum, with Prismatic Diffusing Lenses 29864 | S80 lb. * 29868 | 101 lb. 1 = = *Prices on application. Catalog numbers do not include incandescent lamps. = = Dimensions, page 33. = i (| (i ( {{( (TC (@ ( (i i ®*q©«x i (tt tt re 16 MAA ELECTRIC TRAFFIC SIGNALS Traffic Signal Installation—San Antonio, Texas Type RM Signal Unit—Bracket Mounting Traffic Signal Installation—San Antonio, Texas Type RM Signal Unit—Bracket Mounting Erle 14 224A ELECTRIC TRAFFIC SIGNALS Traffic Signal Installation—Houston, Texas Type RM Signal Unit—Bracket Mounting DORGTET BELTS. EE vos mad mate, \aane™ ok as Traffic Signal Installation—Houston, Texas Type RM Signal Unit—Bracket Mounting Ell A KK 18 SNA TRAFFIC SIGNAL UNITS Type RM With Semaphore Lenses or Prismatic Diffusing Lenses In some of our cities signal towers are used exclusively for controlling traffic and, when such towers are used, it is often possible to use individual signal units and mount them as desired, either on top or on the sides of the towers. Such installations are shown on pages 31 and 35. The installation at Knoxville, Tennessee, shown on page 35, is made with individual type RM signal units without hoods over the lenses while the installation at Augusta, Georgia, shown on page 31, is made with the same units except that the lenses are equipped with hoods. These type RM signal units are ideally suited for traffic signal installations. They may be obtained with the various colored semaphore or prismatic diffusing lenses which have been established as standard. The lenses conform to the standard of the American Railway Association for color value and transmission and the colors are such that they are readily discernable both during the day and at night. There is no opportunity for mistaking the colors. The lenses are 88 inches in diameter. The casings of type RM signal units are made of the best quality of cast iron, free from flaws and blow-holes and are protected by a coating of weatherproof enamel which is baked after application. The front door is gasketed and held in place by three eye-bolts with covered wing-nuts. The covered wing-nuts protect the end of the threaded eye-bolt so that the doors may be readily opened for the replacement of burned out lamps. The casings are equipped with #4-inch conduit hubs on the top and bottom for convenience in wiring and when so specified on the order the casings may be tapped on one or both sides for a 44-inch conduit. When type RM signal units are mounted on the face of a tower it is advisable to use three for each direction controlled; one each having green, amber, and red semaphore lenses. The amber light should be mounted in the middle. Some municipalities prefer to use only the main “Go” and “Stop” units on each face of the tower and to use two type WV or two type V Condulets with amber globes on opposite corners of the tower. Type RM signal units together with the Condulets listed on page 30 will give sufficient signal units for any desired installation. Condulets for ordinary wiring purposes and type V Condulets with other hub arrangements will be found in Condulet Catalog No. 2000. In many cities booths for traffic officers are located at traffic centers and sometimes the individual traffic signal units can be mounted on them to good advantage. When the booths are utilized the signal units should be mounted on a suitable frame on top in order for them to be visible over top of the cross line of traffic. When the signal units are mounted quite high the beams of light should be tilted downward a few degrees, which will increase their visibility. Hoods are placed over the signal lenses and are carefully designed to give a maximum of protection from the direct rays of the sun without in any way lessening the visibility of the signal. With the hoods in place it is impossible to get a phantom signal; that is, it is impossible to have the sun’s rays fall on a lens in such a manner as to make it appear lighted when it is actually out. The hoods are finished with two coats of weatherproof black enamel which is baked after application. The hoods are permanently mounted on the door frames and should always be used. Type RM Signal Units with Hoods Cat. Net List : Cee No. Wt. Price Type RM Signal Unit with Green Semaphore Lens. ..........=.... 29740 20.5 Ib. * Type RM Signal Unit with Red Semaphore Bens 5. - 2. 25 5 3 29741 20.5 Ib. * Type RM Signal Unit with Amber Semaphore Lens Sak Ga eee 29742 20.5 |b. x Type RM Signal Unit with Green Prismatic Diffusing Lens... ........ 29743 19.0 lb. * Type RM Signal Unit with Red Prismatic Diffusing Lens ........... 29744 19.0 lb. * Type RM Signal Unit with Amber Prismatic Diffusmg Lens .......... 29745 19.0 lb. * *Prices on application. We do not furnish incandescent lamps. Dimensions, page 33. IIIA Saul IMMA TT VLU au |e TRAFFIC SIGNAL UNITS Type RM With Semaphore Lenses or Prismatic Diffusing Lenses 19 QA HII LUTUUIT TT T TT | Fill Type RM with Type RM with Red Semaphore Lenses Red Prismatic Diffusing Lenses Type RM with Type RM with Amber Semaphore Lenses Amber Prismatic Diffusing Lenses Type RM with Type RM with Green Semaphore Lenses Green Prismatic Diffusing Lenses HUNT IIIA TTT TTT = 1) 2A TTT TTT 0 MANUAL CONTROL SWITCH Type TSS-1 Cast-Iron Case 15-Ampere, 125-Volt Removable Hub Plates jie = HNL LTT Re eee ee eee ee MMMM NUM TII Type TSS-1 with 3 Snap Switches Type TSS-1 Type TSS-1 without Snap Switches and Fuse Clips (External View) and Fuse Clips (Internal View) (Internal View) The manual control switch for controlling traffic signals is a dial switch which insures the proper cycle of operation. It is important that a change in the direction of traffic be made gradual, so as to provide a slight but necessary interval, during which a vehicle or pedestrian may complete the trip across the street intersections. The ‘‘amber’” contact on the manual switch is between the “red” and “green” contacts and, in passing from one to the other, the amber, warning light is shown for a few seconds. The manual switch is very simple and durable and will stand up in the severe service of changing the direction of traffic from a thousand to fifteen hundred times a day. It is easy to operate, since the contacts roll rather than slide. The switch proper is mounted in a heavy cast-iron housing which is weatherproof. On the bottom of the casing there is an opening to take the various hub plates shown on the following page so that the switch may be connected to a rigid conduit system. Unless a particular hub plate is specified switches will be furnished with type YY P74 which is a straight hub for 144-inch pipe. The price of the switch includes any one of the hub plates selected. The switch is operated by an exterior handle. The grip of this handle is made of polished brass and is of sufficient size so that a man may grasp it comfortably with a gloved hand. On the outside of the casing there are marks to indicate the position of the switch. The switch cannot be tampered with as it is entirely enclosed in an iron housing. When the traffic signal system is turned off at night the master switch is set on the amber contact and locked in position. The switch is just as rugged electrically as it is mechanically. The rolls and corresponding contacts are made of bronze. The contacts are notched to fit the rolls; consequently it is an easy matter to set and hold the switch in the proper position. Rolling contacts are better than sliding contacts, as wear is reduced to a minimum and the are does not always break at the same place. If, after a long period of service, the rolls or contacts need renewing, it can be done easily and quickly. The rolls themselves can be replaced without the use of tools and the contacts can be replaced from the face of the switch by removing two nuts. The switch has a rating of 15 amperes at 125 volts. Two different manual switches are listed. One of these switches is intended to control one or more individual signals, and mounted in the case of this manual switch are three snap- switches and a set of fuse-clips. The fuse-clips and one of the snap-switches are for the main line, the second snap- switch is to break the bell circuit when the amber signals are left burning after the traffic system is turned off, and the third snap-switch is used in the circuit of the light above the officer’s head on post type of signals only. In the other type of manual switch the snap-switches and fuse-clips are omitted as this switch is intended for use in connection with a main switchboard mounted in the control tower. The two standard manual switches are intended to control four-way traffic; that is, traffic at two intersecting streets. When there are three intersecting streets or two intersecting streets and a third dead end street, the contacts on the standard manual switch can be modified to take care of such a condition when it is desired to permit traffic to proceed on one street at a time. NILA TTT HAIIUUUIALUSAULLUIAATUULTT IE 21 2A MANUAL CONTROL SWITCH Type TSS-1 15-Ampere, 125-Volt Cast-Iron Case Removable Hub Plates Type TSS-1 Manual Control Switch Descviohion Cat. Net List P No. Wt. Price For Two Intersecting Streets Manual Switch only . 38 29739 39 Ib. - Manual Switch, complete with three Auxiliary Snap- Switches and Fuse-Clips : 29738 40 lb. Se For Three Intersecting Streets Manual Switch only. For controlling Red and Green Signals only . . : 29752 | 39 Ib. a Manual Switch only. For controlling Red, Green, and Amber Signals 29869 AO lb. e REMOVABLE HUB PLATES For Type TSS-1 Manual Switch HLL LAL Type YYAP HULL *Prices on application. Dimensions, page 33. = Type YYP Type YYP = One Hub Two Hubs Type YYLP Type YYSP = YYP7 SERIES—Dimensions (234 x 414 Inches) = Size in inches Vy 34 1 1% 1% 2 = Style = Standard Package. 15 15 15 15 15 11153 = One Hub Catalog Number . YYP71 YYP72 YYP73 YYP74 YYP75 YYP76 = : Weight Std. Pkg. . 20 |b. 20 Ib. 25 |b. 25 |b. 30 Ib. 30 lb. = § h = te List Price, each . by * - iv = = = Catalog Number . YYP711 YYP722 YYP733 YYP744 = Two Hubs | Weight Std. Pkg. .| 25 Ib. 25 Ib. 30 Ib. 30 Ib. Not Not = eae RU Tint Price, each. . 2 < * + Made Made = One Hub | Catalog Number . YYAP71 YYAP72 YYAP73 YYAP74 YYAP75 N = 90° Back | Weight Std. Pkg. . 25 Ib. 25 |b. 30 lb. 30 lb. 35 lb. M “ = or Front List Price, each. . * é te ~ ii = One Hub | Catalog Number . YYLP71 YYLP72 YYLP73 YYLP74 YYLEP75 Not = 90° Left Weight Std. Pkg. . 25 |b. ono 30 Ib. 30 Ib. 35 |b. M 4 = or Right | List Price, each . : 5: : * : ae = Two Hubs | Catalog Number . YYSP71 YYSP72 YYSP73 YYSP74 YYSP75 Not = 90° Left Weight Std. Pkg. . 30 lb. 30 Ib. BH) Iiloy. 35 lb. 40 lb. M ee = and Right | List Price, each. . * * * * * EA? = ALLL LLU STULL MAUL N 2 NINA AH AUTOMATIC TIMING SWITCHES 15-Ampere, 125-Volt, 60-Cycle, A. C. Single Cycle Indoor Operation Double Cycle Automatic Timing Switch Enclosed in Weatherproof Box (Broken-away View) In large installations of electrically interlocked street traffic signals it is often advisable to use an automatic switch for timing the changes in traffic. Automatic switches can be made for any desired cycle of timing and insure constant, accurate timing of the signal system. Furthermore, when an automatic timing switch is used, the operator in charge of the signal system is relieved of the usual manual operation. Automatic Timing Switches are listed for use on 125-volt, 60-cycle, alternating current circuits and have a capa- city of 15 amperes. When the current of the traffic signal system is greater than 15 amperes, remote-control, magnetic switches must be installed between the control switch and the line. If the circuit voltage and frequency is other than 125 volts and 60 cycles the requisition must so state, otherwise switches having this rating will be furnished. The correct cycle of time for traffic in both directions should be determined by actual study of the traffic zone. It may be found that this cycle, during the rush-hour traffic and non-rush-hour traffic, is different, and if so, provision should be made to take care of it. A cycle of timing frequently used for traffic in medium-sized cities is sixty seconds along the main artery of traffic and thirty seconds for cross traffic. The amber light which shows between the two main colors should be of five seconds duration and should overlap two seconds, thus making the total period of the traffic cycle 60 -+80+3 +3 = 96 seconds. This, or any other interval, can be timed accurately with a motor-driven, automatic timing switch. During the rush hour when traffic is densest it is often advisable to materially increase the cycle of timing and this is sometimes just double the regular cycle. The two cycles of timing can be accomplished with one double-cycle switch, but it is better to use two separate single-cycle switches, since one or the other then may be disconnected for inspection and repairs when necessary. In some cities the automatic switch is designed to take care of the rush-hour traffic and the rest of the time the system is manually controlled. In connection with all automatic timing switches, whether single or double cycle, it is advisable to use a manual switch so that any unusual conditions such as fires, parades, etc., may be taken care of. The two switches are wired as shown on pages 27 and 28 and either one or the other may be used at will. The wiring diagrams given in this catalog on pages 24 to 28 show automatic timing and combined automatic and manual timing. They are the simplest schemes and the ones most generally used. They will suit the majority of cases, but where special local conditions warrant the use of other, more complicated connections, the Crouse-Hinds Company is always willing to assist in the solution of these special problems. These timing switches are all listed for indoor operation but, if specified on the order, a weatherproof box, made of fourteen-gauge sheet iron, black-enameled, can be furnished. It is advisable, however, to mount the switch indoors so that it may receive periodic inspection. IIL IIIA | MAA AIA il fd 2 HNN AUTOMATIC TIMING SWITCHES 15-Ampere, 125-Volt, 60-Cycle, A. C. Single Cycle Indoor Operation Double Cycle Ww iz Automatic Switches—Single Cycle Time in Seconds C < 7 Cee yee at. Net ist SH Cua Main | Cross No. Wt. | Price Traffic | Traffic Automatic Timing Switch . . 3 30 ee ee rte ce ae ce gt at ers, HE LOOOOA hanes a Automatic Timing Switch . . 45 30 Reema at ote eae eke tee wort ee ee Ne ell 29S0G: 450 1b: Automatic Timing Switch . . 45 45 Ae re eMac ne Rk Ae me ORS 7 145. Lb: x Automatic Timing Switch . . 60 30 ee a Reed ee Gee Ae RED wre | A OO SRG 4430: y Automatic Timing Switch . . 60 45 ey ie ak) ees ene (POI SS9 al dou: = Automatic Timing Switch . . 60 60 eee neath Seeker a Latsae as eee | 29890! 943 nbs . Automatic Timing Switch . . 90 45 er ee eee Me a ae ew OOSO LNA. lb: % Automatic Timing Switch . . 90 60 gle Ne Pan en ade ae Lei, Sel DOGO DYES. Thy: i Automatic Timing Switch . . 90 90 ee ee ee ar es ee ke 8 he 29893 )-430 1b: : Automatic Timing Switch . . 120 60 eee tte yr eee a Perec ues ee COBO AA Bn Lb: “e Automatic Timing Switch . . 120 90 Se ae A, Woe ere oe 2 See IK 29O 895 qhAgr lb. : Automatic Switches—Double Cycle Time in Seconds Double. Cycle Ist Cycle 2nd Cycle Cat. | Net List No. Wt. Price Automatic Timing Switch . . 30 30 60 60 Se TE eee 8A A yet C9896: |LOOF Ib: ~ Automatic Timing Switch . . 30 30 90 60 Pasar ant ow Been te 2 ae 2989 vail OO) 1b: Automatic Timing Switch . . 45 45 90 90, Moe eee a: ee) He 2989084 GOs b: ~ Automatic Timing Switch . . 60 30 120 60 era ee eee POCO. hOOalb: * Automatic Timing Switch . . 60 45 120 90 aCe ore rhs an alle 2OO00" POOL b: *Prices on application. Dimensions, page 34. AVANT TTT 2) Sail MIA SUN NAA 1) 4 =U SWITCHBOARDS Manual Control 60, 100, and 150-Ampere Capacity at 125 Volts Switches for manual control will carry a load of fifteen amperes at one hundred and twenty-five volts. When the number of signals connected to a SYS- tem does not exceed this current it is unnecessary to use a switchboard with re- mote control, magnetic switches. In most cases where electrically-interlocked traffic signals are used to control one or more streets, it is necessary to use a switchboard with remote-control, magnetic switches. This switchboard has the following material mounted on it: 1 double-pole, single-throw, fused main line switch. 4 single-pole, single-throw, remote-control, magnetic switches. 3 double-pole, double-throw, change-over switches. 1 single-pole, single-throw, bell switch. Only three remote-control, magnetic switches are required for the normal operation of traffic signal circuits but all of these switchboards are equipped with four. They are connected with three double-pole, double-throw, change-over switches, so that the extra magnetic switch can be thrown in place of any one of the three regular magnetic switches which may require adjustment. Under normal conditions the three double-pole, double-throw, change-over switches are thrown to the left. When any one of the three regular magnetic switches requires adjustment, the corresponding double-pole, double-throw, change-over switch is thrown to the right, which cuts out the regular magnetic switch and throws the extra one in its place. The panels of these switchboards are the best quality of oiled Monson Slate. They are mounted on angle iron supports for floor mounting, and equipped with back braces 36 inches long. All switchboards are wired complete. NIU TTT Switchboard—Manual Control Cat. No. Type of Switchboard Ampere Capacity 60 100 150 Manual: Controllcy s AOA eeee-6 cas ote eee ee ee an ee 29870 | 29871 29872 G—Green North and South and Red East and West R—Red North and South and Green East and West A—Amber F=-+Feed Wiring Diagram Prices on application. IITA LVI AA Srl UNIAN AATLTTTATTTTTTT zl UHL SWITCHBOARDS Automatic Control With One Cycle of Timing 60, 100, and 150-Ampere Capacity at 125 Volts a Ul IVA Switchboard—Automatic Control One Cycle of Timing Switches for automatic control with one cycle of timing will carry a load of fifteen amperes at one hundred and twenty-five volts. When the number of sig- nals connected to a system does not exceed this current, it is unnecessary to use a switchboard with remote-control, magnetic switches. In most cases where electrically-interlocked traffic signals are used to control one or more streets, it is necessary to use a switchboard with remote-control, magnetic switches. This switchboard has the following material mounted on it: double-pole, single-throw, fused main line switch. single-pole, single-throw, remote-control, magnetic switches. double-pole, double-throw, change-over switches. single-pole, single-throw, bell switch. double-pole, single-throw, fused motor switch. Only three remote-control, magnetic switches are required for the normal operation of traffic signal circuits but all of these switchboards are equipped with four. They are connected with three double-pole, double-throw, change-over switches, so that the extra magnetic switch can be thrown in place of any one of the three regular magnetic switches which may require adjustment. Under normal conditions the three double-pole, double-throw, change-over switches are thrown to the left. When any one of the three regular magnetic switches requires adjustment, the corresponding double-pole, double-throw, change-over switch is thrown to the right, which cuts out the regular magnetic switch and throws the extra one in its place. The panels of these switchboards are the best quality of oiled Monson Slate. They are mounted on angle iron supports for floor mounting, and equipped with back braces 36 inches long. All switchboards are wired complete. ee OR e Cat. No. Type of Switchboard Ampere Capacity 60 100 | 150 Automatic Control with One Cycle of Timing. ........2..2..2.2... 29873 29874 29875 G—Green North and South and Red East and West R=Red North and South and Green East and West A=Amber F=-+Feed Wiring Diagram AMAT ITTV El Prices on application. Al MAA LL sail A IAAT TTT Ir 26 = nnn nnn nnn nn nnn E SWITCHBOARDS Automatic Control With Two Cycles of Timing 60, 100, and 150-Ampere Capacity at 125 Volts I IITA TT = Switches for automatic control with two cycles of timing will carry a load of fifteen amperes at one hundred and twenty-five volts. When the number of sig- nals connected to a system does not.exceed this current, it is unnecessary to use a switchboard with remote-control, magnetic switches. In most cases where electrically-interlocked traffic signals are used to control one or more streets, it is necessary to use a switchboard with remote-control, magnetic switches. This switchboard has the following material mounted on it: 1 double-pole, single-throw, fused main line switch. 4 single-pole, single-throw, remote-control, magnetic switches. 3 double-pole, double-throw, change-over switches. 1 single-pole, single-throw, bell switch. 1 three-pole, double-throw, timing change switch. 1 double-pole, double-throw*, fused motor switch. Only three remote-control, magnetic switches are required for the normal operation of traffic signal circuits but all of these switchboards are equipped with four. They are connected with three double-pole, double-throw, change-over switches, so that the extra magnetic switch can be thrown in place of any one of the three regular magnetic switches which may require adjustment. Under normal conditions the three double-pole, double-throw, change-over switches are thrown to the left. When any one of the three regular magnetic switches requires adjustment, the corresponding double-pole, double-throw, change-over switch is thrown to the right, which cuts out the regular magnetic switch and throws the extra one in its place. The panels of these switchboards are the best quality of oiled Monson Slate. They are mounted on angle iron supports for floor mounting, and equipped with Switchboard—Automatic Control Two Cycles of Timing back braces 36 inches long. All switchboards are wired complete. Cat. No. Type of Switchboard Ampere Capacity 60 100 150 Automatic Control withelworGyclesrote liming ss neler ne 29876 29877 29878 —— G=Green North and South and Red East and West in tka, eo bet eee aa ae! R=Red North and South and Green East and West pieces eae ene eee | A=Amber F=-+Feed | come Mie smc —— ite Bs well = Wiring Diagram Prices on application. ay. *Single throw if double cycle automatic timing switch is used. JOA SoA AT Srl 2 AOA SWITCHBOARDS Manual and Automatic Control With One Cycle of Timing 60, 100, and 150-Ampere Capacity at 125 Volts ~J Te lik | lit Switches for manual and automatic control with one cycle of timing will carry a load of fifteen amperes at one hundred and twenty-five volts. When the number of signals connected to a system does not exceed this current, it is un- necessary to use a switchboard with remote-control, magnetic switches. In most cases where electrically-interlocked traffic signals are used to control one or more streets, it is necessary to use a switchboard with remote-control, mag- netic switches. This switchboard has the following material mounted on it: 1 double-pole, single-throw, fused main line switch. 4 single-pole, single-throw, remote-control, magnetic switches. 3 double-pole, double-throw, change-over switches. 1 single-pole, single-throw, bell switch. 1 double-pole, single-throw, fused motor switch. 1 single-pole, double-throw, automatic to manual switch. Only three remote-control, magnetic switches are required for the normal operation of traffic signal circuits but all of these switchboards are equipped with four. They are connected with three double-pole, double-throw, change-over switches, so that the extra magnetic switch can be thrown in place of any one of the three regular magnetic switches which may require adjustment. Under normal conditions the three double-pole, double-throw, change-over switches are thrown to the left. When any one of the three regular magnetic switches requires adjustment, the corresponding double-pole, double-throw, change-over switch is thrown to the right, which cuts out the regular magnetic switch and Switchboard—Manual and throws the extra one in its place. Bos cone The panels of these switchboards are the best quality of oiled Monson Slate. ne Cycle of Timing : ; f : 2 They are mounted on angle iron supports for floor mounting, and equipped with back braces 36 inches long. All switchboards are wired complete. Cat. No. Type of Switchboard Ampere Capacity 60 100 150 Manual and Automatic Control with One Cycle of Timing . .... 2... 29879 29880 29881 G—Green North and South and Red East and West R=Red North and South and Green East and West A=Amber F=-+Feed aod Wiring Diagram Prices on application. nn UTA TT HINT FAA al HAA HH | 5il i) 8 DINO HAH SWITCHBOARDS Manual and Automatic Control With Two Cycles of Timing 60, 100, and 150-Ampere Capacity at 125 Volts iis Switches for manual and automatic control with two cycles of timing will carry a load of fifteen amperes at one hundred and twenty-five volts. When the number of signals connected to a system does not exceed this current, it is un- necessary to use a switchboard with remote-control, magnetic switches. In most cases where electrically-interlocked traffic signals are used to control one or more streets, it is necessary to use a switchboard with remote-control, mag- netic switches. This switchboard has the following material mounted on it: 1 double-pole, single-throw, fused main switch. 4 single-pole, single-throw, remote-control, magnetic switches. 3 double-pole, double- throw, change-over switches. 1 single-pole, single-throw, bell switch. 1 double-pole, double-throw*, fused motor switch. 1 single-pole, double-throw, manual to automatic switch. 1 three-pole, double-throw, timing change switch. Only three remote-control, magnetic switches are required for the normal operation of traffic signal circuits, but all of these switchboards are equipped with four. They are connected with three double-pole, double-throw, change- over switches, so that the extra magnetic switch can be thrown in place of any one of the three regular magnetic switches which may require adjustment. Under normal conditions the three double-pole, double-throw, change-over switches are thrown to the left. When any one of the three regular magnetic switches requires adjustment, the corresponding double-pole, double-throw, change-over switch is thrown to the right, which cuts out the regular magnetic switch and throws the extra one in its place. SAR eae ee ee The panels of these switchboards are the best quality of oiled Monson Slate. MGtomatolGonical They are mounted on angle iron supports for floor mounting, and equipped with Two Cycles of Timing back braces 36 inches long. All switchboards are wired complete. Cat. No. Type of Switchboard Ampere Capacity 60 | 100 29883 150 29884 Manual and Automatic Control with Two Cyclesof Timing .......... 29882 G=Green North and South and Red East and West R=Red North and South and Green East and West A=Amber F—-+Feed Sania | sail Oy Wiring Diagram Prices on application. , : ; *Single throw if double cycle automatic timing switch is used. HAA HMMA Srl TT all | =H HHI TRAFFIC SIGNAL BELLS Faraday and Cyclone Types Vibrating 110-Volt, 25 or 60-Cycle, A. C.+ Single Stroke 2 ‘oO AIT TTT @| Faraday—Type UT-8, Faraday—tType UT-10, Vibrating Single Stroke, Wire Guard Cyclone—Type 7E, Cyclone—Type 72, Monitor, Vibrating Vibrating The use of bells in traffic signal systems is a matter for local decision. The bell is usually wired in multiple with the amber or warning light, in order to give an audible as well as a visual signal of an impending change in the direction of trafic. ‘The bells are, however, usually connected to a separate bus line, through a single-pole switch from the amber contact on the control switch or from the amber magnetic switch, so that the bell circuit may be broken when necessary. In many cities the amber caution signals are left burning after the traffic signal system has been shut down for the night and under this condition it is necessary to disconnect the bell circuit. The Crouse-Hinds Company does not manufacture bells, but, if specified on the order, it is in a position to furnish reliable bells. The extremely severe conditions of traffic signal service makes it imperative to use a very rugged bell. Our experience has been that it is impossible to use any bell in which there are interior contacts for interrupting the circuits since such bells will not stand up in service due to the very rapid burning of these contacts. The bells listed in this catalog are of the electro-magnetic type and have been found very satisfactory. The bells should be mounted in an accessible place, so that they may be periodically inspected and adjusted when necessary. TRAFFIC SIGNAL BELLS 110-Volt, 25 or 60-Cycle, A. C.7 Description we ne -. ries Faraday, Type UT-8 with 8” Hard Steel Gong, Vibrating. ........... 29901 7 ills. i Faraday, Type UT-10 with 10” Hard Steel Gong, Vibrating. .......... 29902 | 20)b. me Faraday, Type UT-10 with 10” Hard Steel Gong, Single Stroke... 2... .. 29903 20 lb. e Cyclone, Type 7E with 8” Hard Steel Gong, Vibrating. ........2.2.2.. 29904 12 lb. 3 Cyclone, Type 7E with 10” Hard Steel Gong, Vibrating ............ 29905 WL ey. rs Cyclone, Type 72 with 8” Hard Steel Gong, Vibrating, Monitor. . ...... . 29906 10 lb. * HIATT =| *Prices on application. jOther voltage bells can be furnished on application. sal ALL Soul AMAA lite Ww 0 SINAN AAA AAA CONDULETS FOR USE WITH TRAFFIC SIGNALS lis In making up traffic signals from the individual parts, it is sometimes desired to use standard Condulets for the amber or caution light. Below are listed three types of Condulets. Types V, VA, and WV are the types most generally used. These Condulets are listed in Condulet Catalog No. 2000 and Condulet discounts govern them. Types V and VA Condulets will take a 60-watt B lamp or a 75-watt C lamp. It is recommended that the 75-watt C lamp be used. Type WV Condulet will take up to a 150-watt C lamp, but a 75-watt C lamp will be large enough. When ordering the WV Con- dulet it is necessary to specify the size lamp to be used so that the lamp receptacle may be properly adjusted to bring the lamp filament on the center line of the Fresnel lens. The bodies of these Condulets are made of cast iron, with black enamel finish. If galvanized Condulets are wanted the order should so specify. Type V, Screw Guard—Cast Iron Form 75 Complete with Globe VN74 and Guard V759 Size} in- ni Chésee, ak Fee ee oh ee ee ee 1 3/4, Catalog Numbers) stash) 98 ea tee Oe oo ee 275A V27594 Standard Package . Ronee a ick Namek Neem a: enh: oman or eam Le '() 225) Weight. Standard Packager 9am. some eae een eels 150 lb. List Price, each . pee Ce ise a ds eee caer # * Type VA—Cast Iron Complete with Globe VN74 and Guard V759 SIZE ITICHESS Ls cs Seceey o o e e ee n e a 1 34, Catalog sNumbertu. sya cee ee eee an ae ee er VIA 7 4. VA27594 Standard Packages. Ae sat. iin thee meee nan Cena eas ae 10 25 Wea MmarsenAc Gl ROS) 5 4 5 5 5 So 6 oe a oe wo 9 | FO llO. 150 lb. List Price, each . A whlsc ipsa Mtn Sees BATA eee Se a oe See - " Type WV—Cast Iron Complete with Fresnel Lens WV07 SIZE INCHES MA 3p, of vce be ce cae Pepe ee oe ae 1 3/4 Oe oye INGTON ees GS. nl ake fm & fo. 6 tee 6 Bb of o oo oll WAVE WV274 Standard Package: jy a5 ve) iA are cceet ney ate mee Omen as ie) 5 Weightistandards Pack a oc marae meine anr inten nn meneame LOC) Lye 100 lb. List Price, each . Rete Me eer ne se ee te ol a eat ¥ - *Prices on application. We do not furnish incandescent lamps. HANA Srl NAAT SMITTY ol =)INNIMINNAIAIATTT ELECTRIC TRAFFIC SIGNALS Traffic Signal Installation—Dallas, Texas Type TS-2—Span-Wire Suspension Traffic Signal Installation—Augusta, Georgia Type RM Signal Unit—Bracket Mounting Srl NINA w 2 NIAAA DIMENSIONS if IITA AUUULUTTAUU UU Be eae Types TS-2 and TS-5 Traffic Signals Types TS-2 and TS-5 Traffic Signals Bracket Mounting Post Mounting >| =D aD MAST ARM 424 SUSPENSION 48 ead i es Ip & ap V = = w al | Types TS-2 and TS-5 Traffic Signals Types TS-6 and TS-7 Traffic Signals Mast Arm and Span-Wire Suspension Post Mounting AMAL NIAAA AULA TTT 3 SS" DIMENSIONS w " Type TS-4 Traffic Signal Horizontal Bracket Mounting Type TS-4 Traffic Signal Vertical Bracket Mounting 4 HOLES & piA. 3 — 64 5 135 SEMAPHORE LENS Type TSS-1 Manual Control Switch Type RM Signal Unit MTA HAA El 5il rors ee ee niin nm nt tt ttn vl 34 = AAA DIMENSIONS Fall 122 Le SINGLE CYCLE 25 DOUBLE CYCLE 39 Automatic Timing Switch a : iS Traffic Signal Installation—Columbia, S. C. Type TS-2—Span-Wire Suspension Sail HINT 35 SMA ELECTRIC TRAFFIC SIGNALS Traffic Signal Installation—Elmira, New York Type RM Signal Unit—Bracket Mounting allthis gE Traffic Signal Installation—Knoxville, Tenn. Type RM Signal Unit—Bracket Mounting iil ee enn nnn ie 36 2 ELECTRIC TRAFFIC SIGNALS Traffic Signal Installation—Rochester, New York Type RM Signal Unit—Bracket Mounting Traffic Signal Installation—Rochester, New York Type RM Signal Unit—Bracket Mounting SalI TTT TTT