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Atlas track un-couplers.   Note that it adds a small hole in the center track power.

Note that this device picks track common and requires power to a momentary push button to energize the coil.  Hold too long you could burn the magnetic coil. IMO  I believe these are provided with the push button.

Thumb tack uncouplers. Top is an electro-coupler.  The magnet pull the thumb tack down, releasing the coupler jaw which is spring loaded.

Additional note. On the Fort Pitt Hi-Railer Time saver modules there are several un-couplers, older, maybe Gargraves. Basic wiring is relatively simple as noted. It was interesting to note that these devices can draw a lot of current to operate. We eventually use a spare Z4000 track circuit to power them. At that point we could reliable open the thumb tack couplers. IMO. Mike CT

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