What length would I need to rise 8".The run would include a 90 degree bend in third radius
An explanation of how this is worked out would be nice.thanks spo
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Roger (RJ)
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The steepest recommended gradient is 30 to 1 which means 1 unit of rise (height) for every 30 units of length.
In your case, to rise 8 inches you would need a minimum of 8 x 30 inches, which is 240 inches (20 feet) plus a bit more to allow for the extra drag of the curves.
In your case, to rise 8 inches you would need a minimum of 8 x 30 inches, which is 240 inches (20 feet) plus a bit more to allow for the extra drag of the curves.
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20 feet wow! 
Have you thought about using a helix to get the track upto height Spo?
Thanks
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Have you thought about using a helix to get the track upto height Spo?
Thanks
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Where are you going that needs 8" of clearance?
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