Air brake line airflow control device with wireless controller

摘要

A system for testing the air brake line of a train consist includes an airflow control device connected between the air brake line and a source of compressed air in a train yard. The system further includes a portable handheld device and an end-of-train pressure monitor that are able to wirelessly communicate with the airflow control device by means of a repeater. An airflow sensor in the airflow control device is used while charging the air brake line and also to perform an Air Flow Method of brake line testing.