Drive/brake controller

April 19, 2011
The FBS drive/brake controller provides propulsion and brake control for a variety of rail vehicles including locomotives, light rapid-transit cars, trams, high-speed rail trains, and maintenance-ofway equipment

The FBS drive/brake controller provides propulsion and brake control for a variety of rail vehicles including locomotives, light rapid-transit cars, trams, high-speed rail trains, and maintenance-ofway equipment. Ball bearing construction ensures smooth, precise control. The unit’s compact, modular design is readily customizable.

The controller supports many cam-switched contacts, as well as a large selection of direct-drive output choices, including encoders, potentiometers, and 4-to-20-mA transmitters.

J.R. Merritt Controls Inc.
55 Sperry Ave.
Stratford, CT 06615
(800) 333-5762
www.jrmerritt.com

© 2011 Penton Media, Inc.

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