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boisecity

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Modern Signals
« on: June 11, 2025, 06:32:26 AM »
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Hi
I planning to have modern signals on my layout, styled after the UP and BNSF "Darth Vader" signals. The first step would be to etch the ladders, platforms etc in brass. After assembly I anticipate using individual red, yellow and green SMD LEDs.

I have gathered several good photos of the prototype signals, but I'm struggling to work out the dimensions. I have searched for drawings of these signals without success. Can anyone advise me where I can get drawings so I can go ahead with this project.

thanks in advance
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Re: Modern Signals
« Reply #1 on: June 11, 2025, 09:52:00 AM »
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UP uses the following

masts and heads (L&A) Serrmi: https://www.serrmiproducts.com/

PTMW for Bungalows: https://www.ptmw.com/

Siemens for modern signal heads (I believe the CLS model): https://www.mobility.siemens.com/global/en.html

Progress Rail for some signal masts: https://www.progressrail.com/en/Segments/Infrastructure/Signaling/ECM.html







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Re: Modern Signals
« Reply #2 on: June 11, 2025, 10:45:37 AM »
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Showcase Miniatures have some really nice modern (as well as older) signals

https://www.showcaseminiatures.net/n_scale/n_scale_century_foundry_signals/

They are always so helpful in the aspect if you want to mix and match parts to make a package they are willing.