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SPIDER™ - Simple Presence In-Lane Detection Event Reporting
SPIDER™ - Simple Presence In-Lane Detection Event Reporting  from TAPCO
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This all-weather system detects and concentrates traffic data using wireless communications at a fraction of the cost of loop detectors by eliminating the need for road works and lane closures, and requires no scheduled maintenance.

Applications:

  • Mid-block detectors
  • System and Advanced Detectors
  • Adaptive Urban Traffic Control
  • Interchange/Toll plaza traffic monitoring

Advantages:

  • Low-cost, completely wireless solution that replaces loop detectors and lead-in wires
  • Provides wireless presence indication (or traffic measurement
    parameters) directly into the Controller Cabinet
  • Reliable operation in all weather conditions
  • Flexible installation (number of lanes and location)
  • No scheduled maintenance required
  • Up to 8 Side-fired RTMS sensors per SPIDER controller
  • Up to 8 contact pairs (lanes) per RTMS radar sensor
  • Up to 32 contact pairs per SPIDER Controller
  • Compatible with NEMA TS-1, TS-2, 170 and 2070 Controllers
  • Real-time secure wireless communication
  • Unparalleled local support

SPIDER Controller

  • Includes integral DSS RF modem
  • Shelf mounted in Controller Cabinet
  • Output up to 32 contact closures or data concentrated from up to 8 RTMS sensors
  • Remote programming, monitoring, and data by serial port

Power Requirements

  • 9-30 VDC/AC at 1.5 watt

Environmental Conditions

  • Temperature range – -37°C to +74°C
  • Humidity to 95%
  • Lightning and surge protected

Mechanical

  • Length 127 mm (5 inches)
  • Height 51 mm (2 inches)
  • Width 127 mm (5 inches)
  • Weight 450 g (1 lb)


  • Part Number 373-SPIDER
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RTMS™ Remote Traffic Microwave Sensor
Available with traffic reporter software (sold separately)
RTMS™ Remote Traffic Microwave Sensor
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This non-intrusive, radar-based RTMSTM is a low-cost, advanced sensor for the detection and measurement of traffic. It is easy and safe to install and remove without traffic disruptions or lane closures. It is also all-weather accurate, and virtually maintenance-free.

Compact True Presence Traffic Detection
The RTMS is a small roadside pole-mounted radar, operating in the microwave band. It provides per-lane presence as well as volume, occupancy, speed and classification information in up to 8 user-defined detection zones simultaneously.

Applications

  • Actuated Intersection control: stop-bar and mid-block detection
  • Freeway traffic management and incident detection systems
  • Ramp metering
  • Queue detection and work zone safety systems
  • Permanent and mobile traffic counting stations
  • Enforcement of speed violation

EIS Advantages

  • Speedy safe installation, typically on existing road-side poles, with no traffic disruptions
  • Provides presence indication and accurate measurements of volume, occupancy, speed and classification in up to 8 separate zones (lanes) up to 60 meters (200 feet) away
  • Fully programmable to support multiple applications using simple intuitive software on a Notebook PC
  • Integrated solutions include detection station, counting, urban traffic control, event reporting, data collection
  • True-presence detects stationary and fast moving vehicles; single or dual loop emulation
  • AC, battery or solar power options
  • Easy to calibrate by intuitive Notebook PC program
  • Fast, automatic set-up wizard
  • Field upgradable, NTCIP-ready

Measurement Resolution

  • Detection Zones: up to 8 zones
  • Range (increment): 2 meters (7 feet)
  • Zone width: 2 to 7 meters (7 to 20 feet)
  • Time events: 10 mSec

Mechanical

  • Unit is encased in a rugged, water-tight NEMA 4X polycarbonate
    box
  • Mounted on a universal bracket, enabling securing of unit to poles, tilting in both axes, and quick locking
  • Size: 16 x 24 x 12 cm (6 x 9 x 5 inches)
  • Weight: 2.2 Kg (5 lbs)

Power

  • Operates on 12-24 volt AC or DC @ 4.5 Watt; 115 VAC option
  • Surge protection: IEC 1000-4-5 and EN 6100-4-5 built-in on all external connections

Maintainability

  • Ultra reliable MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) designed for 90,000 hours (10 years)
  • Shop repairable
  • Self-test diagnostic software
  • 15 minute replacement time
  • Field level firmware upgrade

Environmental Conditions

  • Temperature range-37°C to +74°C
  • Up to 95% relative humidity
  • Vibration 2 g up to 200 Hz
  • Shock 5 g 10 mSec half sine wave


  • Part Number 1176-1

 

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RTMS™ Interface Card
RTMS™ Interface Card from TAPCO
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An RTMS™, feeding its contact closures through the RIC Interface card, is the ideal replacement for failed loops. It can be mixed and matched with all existing field equipment, requiring no software changes. The RTMS multi-zone radar detector provides output through contact closures and a serial RS-232 bus. Loop-based legacy systems require detectors with performance matching their existing detectors and controllers.

Applications

  • Freeway traffic management systems
  • Actuated intersections
  • Ramp metering

Advantages

  • No costly lane closures
  • Allows a single side-fired RTMS to emulate contact closures of dual-loop speed traps or of single loops up to 8 lanes
  • Allows the RTMS occupancy measurement to match 6' x 6' loop detectors
  • Surge protection/isolation equivalent to a type 222 Isolator card
  • Visible LED indication of vehicle detection
  • Fail-safe operation for actuated signalized intersection applications
  • RIC cards plug into standard input files. Compatible with NEMA TS-2, TS2-Type2, Type 170 and 2070 Controllers
  • Low life-cycle cost
  • High reliability
  • No scheduled maintenance procedures required

Specifications Interface

  • Each card can emulate 2 single loops or a single dual loop speed trap
  • Bright LED indicators on each channel and for power/operation
  • Self-test pushbutton

Controls

  • 2 DIP-Switch sets for matching Extension Delay Time and operation mode
    Mechanical
  • Length (excluding handle) 178 mm (7 inches)
  • Height 114.3 mm (4.5 inches)
  • Width 28 mm (1.125 inches)
  • Weight 120 g (4.2 oz)

Environmental Conditions

  • Temperature range – -37°C to +74°C
  • Up to 95% Humidity

Power Requirements

  • Operating Voltage Range: 18-72 VDC
  • Maximum Power Drain: 1.1 Watt

Lightning Protection

  • Each input is equipped with internal surge protectors (transzorbs) dissipating up to 1500 Watts


  • Part Number 1176-2

 

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TC26-B Microwave Vehicle Motion Sensor
TC26-B Microwave Vehicle Motion Sensor from TAPCO
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The TC26-B is a microwave motion sensor that will identify a vehicle moving in its detection pattern and then trigger the operation of a traffic controller. By utilizing microwave technology, this device provides accurate and consistent vehicle detection that is not affected by temperature, humidity, color or background variations.

The TC26-B  from TAPCO
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The TC26-B easily mounts above ground, requires no pavement cuts and can be installed with minimal traffic disruption. All parameters are adjusted via external controls located on the back panel. The housing is factory sealed with an external wiring harness or an optional quick-connect cable eliminating the need to open the sensor during installation.

Once mounted, the installer simply connects the cable, makes the necessary adjustments, aims the sensor at the desired detection area and applies power. It's that simple.

Features:

  • Adjustable Range: up to 200' for cars, 350' for trucks
  • Directional Scanning: select approach-only or depart-only motion
  • External Adjustment panel & Connector: no need to open the housing during installation
  • External Indicator LEDs: eases drive test confirmation
  • Low Power–Ideal for Solar Applications: uses 1/5 the power of inductive loops
  • Covers Single or Multiple Lanes
  • Installs Easily Above Ground

Specifications

  • Detection Method: Microprocessor analyzed doppler-microwave
  • Detection Pattern: 200' long x 50' wide (cars)
    (maximum) 350' long x 75' wide (trucks)
  • Detection Mode: Directional motion
  • Detection Hold-Time: Continuous with motion
  • Power Requirements: 12 to 24V AC or DC
  • Current Draw: 75mA max. @ 24V DC
  • Operating Temperature: -35°F to 165°F (-37°C to 75°C)
  • Shipping Weight: Approximately 5 lbs.
  • Physical Dimensions: 9.25"L x 5.5"W x 5.5"H (23.5 cm L x 14.0 cm W x 14.0 cm H)

    * Other Models Available


  • Part Number 459-1

 

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TM60 Detector
TM60 Detector   from TAPCO
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This compact unit detects moving vehicles for call or extension of signal phase. Ready to install in minutes with no disruption of traffic flow and includes cable, fixing support, screws and bolts. With settings for size of detection zone, minimum speed threshold (0.62 to 9.94 mph) and movement direction, this detector requires no maintenance and works well regardless of weather conditions.

Specifications

  • Detection Range: 200 feet for a car
  • Range of detected speed: up to 100 mph
  • Frequency K-band: 24.1250GHz
  • Transmission Power: 5mW
  • Dimensions: 2.8 X 3.9 X 4.5 inches
  • Power Supply: 6 VDC

  • Part Number 3380-1

 

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