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... curve and then add a curved piece or is there a way to curve (or bend) around a midpoint (or other location)? b) Is there a way to "snap" one piece to another so that they line up correctly with correct sleeper spacing? c) How do you move the ruler? It only seems to display in one place and I need to move it to different locations? I realise this is basic stuff but 5 minutes of explanation is worth about two hours of experimenting. I can attach my box *& bgs files if that will help Thanks David posted: 15 Sep 2015 14:24 from: Martin Wynne rynd2it wrote: a) after adding some plain track to the turnout road, I can't now bend the end of it to start the next curve. So should I shorten the straight track to the point of beginning the curve and then add a curved piece or is there a way to curve (or bend) around a midpoint (or other location)? b) Is there a way ...
... the new features in Templot2. See also this topic: topic 2034 I will post a revised version of your turnout shortly. regards, Martin. posted: 17 May 2013 05:30 from: Martin Wynne With 1:21 custom straight switch: 2_170327_140000000.png 2_170026_450000001.png 2_170026_460000002.png 2_170558_450000000.png 2_170558_460000001.png 2_170558_540000003.png 2_170558_490000002.png Martin. posted: 18 May 2013 13:26 from: Martin Wynne Hi Paul, I've spent quite a lot of time on this, trying to make sense of an illegible drawing. The best match I can achieve is in the attached file. I set the scale to 1:87 exact rather than 3.5mm/ft as this seems to be the norm for European models. The difference is very slight. It makes the model track gauge 8.62mm. I believe H0e is usually 9.0mm track gauge, but obviously you can't match a prototype drawing unless you have an exact scale track gauge. I set the flangeways to 0.60mm. We have tried to find the definitive dimensions for H0e in the past without success. In the UK the equivalent is called 009 using ...
... think it is unlikely that you would find any rail in pointwork longer than the current standard panel length. On the other side of the pond the standard rail length was 33ft, and the common American switch sizes are 11ft, 16ft-6in, 22ft -- i.e. switch rails obtained by cutting a standard rail into halves and thirds. regards, Martin. posted: 30 Mar 2012 17:02 from: ESJAYTEE Hi Howard, hopefully this will prove straight forward and its just a case of me being thick. The attached boxfile should have 4 templates in. Two are the turnouts (12A-C9 and 12B-C9)that form the trailing crossover and the other two are sections of approach track. With everything visible the upper track is the UP and is nominally in 30' panels while the lower is the Down and is in 45' panels. The conflicts are: "UpStraight to 12A" (A5-A8) with "12B-C9" (T13-T16) "DownStraight to12B" (A30-A36) with ...
... topic: 1720 Interlaced timbering on a NBR tandem posted: 9 Dec 2011 17:42 from: John Palmer This is my first post on this forum, and I'll begin with a big thank you to Martin for having provided such a powerful and useful software tool as Templot. I am attaching the box file for the most recent evolution of my projected West Highland model: an alternative to the Mallaig Extension based on the premise of a railway along the west shore of Loch Shiel to a terminus on South Loch Moidart via Acharacle. The box file shows the current layout for the terminus, any resemblance to Mallaig being entirely intentional. In the late 'eighties I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to measure and photograph a North British turnout at Rannoch with interlaced timbering. The turnouts on the attached drawing reflect the data collected at Rannoch. The projected layout features one tandem turnout, the employment of which is fairly critical as I haven't found a satisfactory alternative way to fit in the required facilities. Whilst I am reasonably content with the geometry of this ...
... topic: 2051 HELP! Where to start? posted: 9 Sep 2012 19:44 from: RT Hi all, Firstly let me say im new to both Templot and to this forum, so apologies if i've posted in the wrong place. I'm starting a new O gauge layout, and for the first time have decided to have a go at building my own track work. I've done straight track before, but never pointwork or single/double slips etc. I've settled on my provisional trackplan- see attached PDF- and i think, going off the length of pointwork etc.., the proposed plan will fit onto nine 120x65cm boards. I apprecaite the points may be a sharper radius than advised, but my intention is to 'tweak' the design once I know it will actually work. I now need to somehow get this into Templot. But having played with Templot over the past couple of days and watched the videos, I'm totally stumped with where and how to start. I'm not a computer expert by any means. But ...
46. Printing problem
... can get them to print by breaking them into several shorter lines in a row. Otherwise, try output> output drawing options> element options> and make sure background shapes is ticked. Also, check that the colour for printing background shapes is not set to white. regards, Martin. Hi Martin It's windows 7 64-bit. I've checked and have the relevant boxes ticked in element options. Baseboard sizes definitely don't match the grid seetings as all except the four for the fiddleyard are curved :-) I am attaching the box file and will separately attach the bgs and bmp files thanks Paul Attachment: attach_1459_1997_SJnew_2012_05_14 _1622_09.box 244 posted: 27 Jun 2012 17:54 from: Paulr1949 Martin Wynne wrote: p.s. Paul, If the baseboard sizes match the grid setting, make sure you haven't got grid in front of shapes selected, which causes the grid lines to obscure the background shapes where they match. This was the default setting in 091c. Martin. Sorry I should also have said it is 2.05c. BGS file attached. However I ...
... , after a couple of false starts, I got carried away and the 'plank' is now 15 feet long and 2 foot 6ins wide! As it's S7 I needed to save space where I could or there would be no space in the house to errect it, so in the middle is this curved double slip which I offer for your comments. I didn't quite follow the sequence in Martin's video as I found it easier (after altering the switch of the turnout based on the curved diamond and saving a copy) to attach the turnout to the peg, MCP or TCP as appropriate, and then manipulating it by swapping/inverting the hand until it obviously lay on the diamond in the right position. Once there making the slip road was easy and guranteed to be right. I say this after making numerous mistakes and getting some very weird slips, incliding those in which the switch blades were outside the point entirely. Anyway, here it is. Phil Attachment: attach_276_444_Double_slip_group_0 8_05_26_1206_14.box 660 posted: 26 May 2008 21:25 from: Phil O ...
... Last edited on 11 Dec 2014 18:50 by TPP posted: 11 Dec 2014 18:46 from: Brian Nicholls Martin Wynne wrote: or maybe exact-scale RH&DR wheels (the width of which and flangeway gap are what sizes?), or maybe some other wheels for 1:22.5 scale? Hi Martin, As a matter of interest, I happen to have found a hand-drawn drawing of the RH&DR wheel profile that one of their engineers sent to me some time ago. See attached PDF file. As to flangeway gap, I seem to remember, it was 22mm or the equiv imperial size, at least that was what I was told. All the best, Brian Attachment: attach_2015_2594_Romney_Wheel_Prof ile_2_inv.pdf 309 posted: 11 Dec 2014 20:27 from: Martin Wynne Brian Nicholls wrote: As a matter of interest, I happen to have found a hand-drawn drawing of the RH&DR wheel profile that one of their engineers sent to me some time ago. See attached PDF file. As to ...
49. Slips
... thing to peg where I want it is a complete mystery. Why can't Templot just use a simple drag and drop user interface like any other windows based program?. If any one can offer some advice in simple English I'd be grateful Hi Stuart, I generated a little noddy picture guide, last year, for my own reference, containing most of the peg positions that are listed in the drop down menu, see if it helps. I have put it into a PDF file for your to have a look, see attached file. However, all the information is in the Templot program, you just have to take the time to look. All the best, Brian Nicholls. Attachment: attach_1002_1406_PEG_MENU_POSITION S_ILLUSTRATED.pdf 562 posted: 6 Mar 2011 13:26 from: sm Thanks Brian, I'm afraid I'm not very patient when it comes to using software. I bought a pcb design package last year which was soooo easy to use that within an hour I'd designed a circuit and was using it to make an etch. All I want from Templot is ...
... topic: 3119 Help with three-way design posted: 2 Nov 2017 18:43 from: Richie Kynaston Hi all, I'm slowly making some progress with a new O Gauge layout, its only small but revolves around building a 3-way point. Could someone review the attached design and suggest how I can convert the two point templates into the one so I can print and build it. 3470_021338_160000000.png Any comments/advice/suggestion would be welcomed. Richie Attachment: attach_2557_3119_Worcester_Street _MPD.box 234 posted: 2 Nov 2017 19:08 from: Phil O Have you had a look at the tandem turnout video? It's a bit antiquated, but still works, although the terminology has changed in a few cases, it's easy enough to work out what's what. There are slightly easier ways to create the extra common crossing, but I never worry about it when I need to create a tandem turnout. No doubt Martin will be a long shortly to sort out my short comings. Phil. posted: 2 Nov 2017 20:42 from: Richie ...
... also give you a common rail on one side. cheers, Martin. Many thanks Martin, I only saw your message last night after I had packed away for the day. I need to make more tweaks anyway as I noticed that one check rail would have fallen where the switch blade taking the narrow gauge away from the dual gauge section was. I moved the half turnout and promptly put it over the baseboard strengthening rib! Do you think it will be possible to convert my rather unconventional arrangements into true turnout templates? Attachment: attach_2893_3498_RpG1.box 152 posted: 16 Sep 2019 10:45 from: RedgateModels You can see the issue in the photo, circled in red. No room for the crossing checkrail unless I fixed it to the point blade! 2013_160541_090000000.jpg As I said, I've moved the narrow gauge turnout away from the main one (with the double crossings) but it looks ugly and the tie bar falls over the baseboard rib. More jiggling with the plan needed. I'll move them closer and the whole arrangement a little to the right to ...
... laws of geometry, unless I am missing something. For the moment I have put this problem to one side and concentrated on the turnout. Ignoring the sleepers, wing rails and check rails (which I think I can handle) I have tried constructing a turnout to match the drawing. As I don't know if it should be a straight, curved or semi curved switch I have made all three. I must admit that in my ignorance my methods have been largely hit and miss, guided a little by Templot Companion. Attached is the relevant Box file. I will also post the Shape file and the two scans. I would be grateful for any advice to help me match the track to the drawing as closely as possible. Many thanks, Bill Attachment: attach_800_1134_gcr_1in8_through_c ro_10_05_27_1753_52.box 212 posted: 28 May 2010 22:29 from: Bill Fay Now attached is the Shape file. Bill Attachment: attach_801_1134_gcr_1in8_through_c ro_10_05_25_1213_10.bgs 216 posted: 28 May 2010 22:36 from: Bill Fay Oh dear that's screwed it- my scans are apparently .bmp (whatever that ...
53. Thunderbird - OT
... 1. I cannot create a signature and presumably then find a way of inserting it automatically. My preferred signature is === The signature is the easy bit: Create a text file with Notepad containing your signature. I think you need to stick the http bit in, but a bit of experimentation will sort that. Once you have saved the text file somewhere safe, you then need to tell T'Bird to use it. From the Tools menu, go to Account Settings. Click on the account you want your signature attached to, and on the right-hand side of the pane you will see an "Attach this signature:" tick box. Tick it, then browse to the file you saved. You need to do this for each account. It also means it's easy to have a different signature for each account if you want. === 2. I would prefer the date and time was shown fully, i.e. giving the day- Monday, Tuesday, etc. Despite creating a 'user.js' file and inserting the ...
... . I've checked the track centre dimensions on several close up period pictures of curved sections and the 47.5mm gap which you see between the platforms and through the double junction above appears to be similar. The main lines diverge at the Exeter (right hand) end of the formation to pass through a typical 3 arch stone bridge before entering a twin bore tunnel. Similarly the Plymouth lines diverge to enter a twin bore tunnel at the left hand end. Can anyone spot any glaring mistakes that I've failed to appreciate please? Regards Dave Attachment: attach_1447_1962_tg_latest.PNG 125 Last edited on 21 May 2012 19:13 by Dave M posted: 21 May 2012 09:59 from: Martin Wynne Hi Dave, That's looking good. If you attach your box file here, members will be better able to see the details of your plan and comment. Also, if you are using Templot2 you can add the platforms: real> platforms... menu item. regards, Martin. posted: 21 May 2012 17:46 from: Dave M Hi Martin, I ...
... topic: 1661 Exporting to DXF- something is not working for me posted: 22 Oct 2011 16:20 from: leo_sandstrom Hi Hope someone can help me explain why my DXF exports look like the attached image. (rails and timbers are distorted) Seems to be some sort of rounding problem. 2094_221118_540000000.png I checked the help files and searched all over but didnt find anything. Regards /Leo posted: 22 Oct 2011 19:20 from: leo_sandstrom I might add that PDF export works fine, but I still got no idea as to why the dxf export looks like this. Regards /Leo posted: 22 Oct 2011 22:34 from: Martin Wynne Hi Leo, Which program are you using to display the DXF? I can't reproduce that effect. A good way to test exported DXF files from Templot is to re-import them into Templot as background shapes. main> background shapes> dxf import tab. As a matter of interest, which method did you use to convert the H0 templates to N gauge? Have you made ...
... all looked good until I tried to create a regular crossover. I then found the turnouts overlap and the all important V's don't generate on the template. I have tried all the variations of the turnout geometry, but have concluded that there must be some simple parameter that I have missed — possibly in the custom template dialogues, and this screws up the correct creation of the regular crossing — and maybe other configurations of turnout and crossing templates yet to be encountered. Can anyone help point out what I am missing? I have attached a box file showing the problem. regards Keith Johnson Attachment: attach_2102_2669_7mm_Broad_Gauge.b ox 234 posted: 5 Apr 2015 10:14 from: Alan Turner Widen the track centres using Geometry/Adjacent Track Centres. regards Alan posted: 5 Apr 2015 10:40 from: keithj15 Hi Alan, This was my first thought too, being that it was easy, and during the setting up of the custom settings Templot "suggested" adjacent widths in excess of 113mm. Unfortunately this is one of those compromises that are not acceptable by ...
... 48" tandem turnout. Presumably this is 4mm scale, 00 or EM? To create a tandem turnout in Templot, click the tools> make 3-way tandem turnout> menu items. There are quite a lot of settings and options, you probably need to read this page first: http://templot.com/companion/3_way_tandem_turnouts.php cheers, Martin. posted: 11 Sep 2018 20:27 from: r_wilton Hi Martin,Sorry i should have been more specific, it is O gauge (fine). I've attached a photo (hopefully) with a few measurements penciled in, hope that helps. In the meantime i'll have a read of the article. Ray. Attachment: attach_2744_3326_Marcway_3way.jpg 554 posted: 11 Sep 2018 23:15 from: Martin Wynne Hi Ray, Thanks for the photo. To make an exact copy I would need something more precise, such as an actual scan of the Marcway tandem. p.s. I note that it has a check rail missing. Also a vee nose hanging in fresh air, and strangely narrow ...
... 13 Dec 2015 17:44 from: brianod Thanks for the help, I use plywood sleepers. My worry about PVA is that it will wrinkle the paper but I will give it a try, I have found a few glues on line which claim to give a good paper/wood joint without wrinkling the paper I might try one of those and if any good will report back. Thanks Brian O'Donovan posted: 13 Dec 2015 17:54 from: Martin Wynne Hi Brian, This balsa cement comes with a fine nozzle attachment. No water content, so won't cockle paper: http://modelshop.co.uk/Shop/Item/UHU-Hart-balsa-adhesive-35g/ITM5005 Martin. posted: 14 Dec 2015 20:17 from: Ariels Girdle A good quality contact adhesive works fine for me. Liberally coat both surfaces and manoeuvre carefully into position. It has served me well on several layouts and doesn't wrinkle the paper. Best done in a well ventilated space though. posted: 23 Jan 2016 13:25 from: PeterD ...
... topic: 243 Adding pictures to messages posted: 20 Nov 2007 21:55 from: Martin Wynne rodney_hills wrote: PS- There seem to be multiple images embedded in previous posts on this thread, but: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/templot/message/9419 says:' The forum software allows only one attachment per message, so for multiple files simply post another brief message.' Dear all, There are 3 ways to illustrate your message with a photograph or other image: 1. add it as an attachment to the message. 2. provide a hot-link to it. 3. provide a static link to it. 1. add it as an attachment to the message: This is the easiest way if you are not too familiar with the ways of the internet. The image file must first exist on your own computer. It might be a screenshot from the Templot program, or something which you have scanned. Then you can attach it to your message, which means that it will be automatically uploaded ...
60. P4 Kings Cross
... topic: 2052 P4 Kings Cross posted: 9 Sep 2012 22:40 from: James I've attached the files for my P4 plan of Kings Cross. I had great fun designing it but I have had real problems with all the 3-ways. I have put the rails in at the correct angle but would love it if someone else could actually turn them into turnouts and tell me how they did it! I have watched the 3-way vid many times but there are bits that don't seem to match and I'm not sure how to get two roads going left and one right. I thought my plan was pretty accurate until I saw this picture so it may need some tweeking! Apparently there is a swicthed double slip and one of the double slips looks curved which I do not have on mine at the moment! (I have a background picture of KX on the plan but I'm not sure how to upload 2 files in one post so will put it in the next one!) Thanks for any help, 2527_091737_120000000.jpg Attachment: ...
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