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Cylindrical objects - what are they?

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Old 24th October 2011, 13:00
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Cylindrical objects - what are they?

Does anyone know what are those cylindrical objects you see from time to time alongside rail tracks. I can best describe them (sorry don't have a photo) as a flanged cylinder about a foot diameter and a foot long, mounted at a 45 degree angle from the vertical. Usually painted yellow, though not always. You get them on electrified and non-electrified tracks.

I'm guessing they're something to do with track-circuiting but could be wrong.


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Old 24th October 2011, 13:47
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I know what you mean. I think they are access ducts to do with what you have suggested. I'm not altogether sure and would like to know the real answer myself.
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Old 24th October 2011, 14:48
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Would they be the Grease Pots for rail flange lubricators, usually located before curves in track alignment?
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Old 24th October 2011, 17:57
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Would they be the Grease Pots for rail flange lubricators, usually located before curves in track alignment?
If you can get a long enough look there will be four or so of approx half inch diameter pipes leading to the side of the rail.
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Old 24th October 2011, 17:59
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Thats right they are Grease Pots for rail flange lubricators

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