Intermediate Tie Plate (V2)

BNM Hobbies Free-mo Intermediate Tie Plate Version 2 or ITP-2. (1 Piece)

These PCB parts were machined exclusively for us!

The parts create butt joints anywhere a track joint or removable section of track is needed. They are used in pairs, one on either side of the joint. They are ideal for use in Free-mo or FREMO Module construction.

There are two changes over the original ITP

The first change was adding a full tie space or trough on the end of the tie plate that goes away from the module end. This helps space the last tie on the flextrack or handlaid track the correct distance off the tie plate and gives it a more uniform look as it transitions between the two.

The second change was adding a half tie space or trough on the end of the tieplate that interfaces to another Intermediate Tie Plate Version 2(ITPv2) on the other side of the module gap. The idea being that you'd get a uniform tie spacing across the gap making it more visually appealing.

These two additional spacers, can be scored and snapped off if you don't want to use them and then you'll have the same size and shape tie plate as the original ITP was.

One further change was that I ordered these without the copper base to reduce the costs, but to prevent a shorting problem that was experienced based on the way some people where installing the tie plates.

This product qualifies for a discount of 10% if you purchase 10 or more; 15% if you purchase 30 or more and for quantities in excess of 50 pieces I can offer a 20 % discount. Discount will be applied at checkout time. This product isn't eligible for Group Discounts or Sales Coupons.

A note on Shipping, Tie Plate only orders will be shipped in a USPS Priority Mail Small Flat Rate Box, which includes up to $50.00 worth of insurance in the base price. Any excess shipping charges above the base price may be used for additional insurance to cover the entire tie plate order if it exceeds $50 in value. Any left over shipping charges above the base USPS Small Flat Rate box charge and any additional insurance if applicable, will be refunded the day of shipment.

Product picture demonstrates how two ITPv2's are used together to create the uniform tie spacing across the module gap. Product is sold as a single item, not in pairs.

For detailed information on how the tie plates are used, installed, etc... See: New England Free-mo Loop Build on Railroad-Line Forum

For more information on Free-mo / FREMO, the associated standards and links to regional Free-mo / FREMO groups in your area, please visit www.free-mo.org for Free-mo in the US, Canada and Australia or www.fremo.org for FREMO in Europe.