Spurhalte

Spurhalte is a term found in German-language technical literature that does not have a single, universally recognized meaning in English. Literally formed from spur (Spur) and halten (to hold), the expression is used to describe a mechanism, action, or procedure intended to hold, fix, or stabilize something at a spur or spur-like feature. Because the term is not standardized, its exact definition depends on the context in which it appears.

In railway contexts, spur tracks are secondary lines that branch from a main line. Within such material, spurhalte may refer to a device, lock, or brake system designed to prevent movement of rolling stock on a spur when it is isolated, parked, or disconnected from locomotives. This usage emphasizes safety and positional stability on sidings or spur tracks.

In mechanical design or manufacturing, spurhalte can denote a holding feature or fixture that fixes a spur-like projection or secondary element in place during assembly or operation. The concept is generally about preventing unwanted motion or misalignment of a spur element within a larger system.

Because Spurhalte is not a standardized term, readers should consult domain-specific sources to determine the precise meaning in a given document. The term can appear in railway engineering, mechanical design, or industrial processes, each with its own interpretation and implementation.

See also: Spur, Halten, Sidings, Stop, Locking mechanism, Braking system.