What is the difference between this tray with a 23 inch track versus the 17 inch track. is there a benefit to having one versus the other?
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The track length is the length of the "arm", i.e. the long metal thing that is screwed to the bottom of your desk, and which lets your keyboard tray slide forward or backward. I recommend going for the 17 inch track because many office desks aren't very deep, and in some cases you might have a 23 inch track sticking out. Your table must be at least 23.25 inches deep according to the official specs, but it's actually at least 24 inches that you need. Besides, you likely won't ever have your keyboard tray pulled forward the whole way (I never need to).
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The longer track would be used on desks that are deeper, if you want the tray to extend further, or in my case, the longer track fit the desk better.
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The only difference is the length to which you can pull the tray out from the desk. The important thing is to make sure the track is short enough to fit under the desk with out being exposed on either end.
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There is a difference. The standard Platinum (3m 1171) will be more runny and have more pinholes and takes much more effort sanding than the Platinum Plus (3m 1131).
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I am with EJF's question. Could someone please actually use a tape measure to measure the track length when it is open?
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So sorry Jane but I really can't remember. I was not able to use it because it was too wide and too deep so I'm guessing the width did not include the mounting tracks as I am pretty careful when ordering things.
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I just looked at mine. The only suggestions I have are: Is the track that guides the tray in bent? Are the little balls that ride in the tracks sliding within the tracks properly? Other than that, I don't know what it could be.
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A friend of mine and I have this train. He actually had it first, and I bought it after because I like it so much. I am in the same situation as you. He says he buys extra track from a reseller, and will be sending me his information today. I will post the answer shortly.
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Hi, I can't say if the 20" is really 20 inches because I only purchased the 16"...and it was not 16". The seller contacted me in an attempt to get me to reversre my negative comment, and I would not...so it seems the name they distributed under may have changed...I would be very cautious because the hair is high quality, but the track is not... even if you are going to use bonding on it it is thick and bulky...
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I'm not sure...I don't have any of the die cast tracks to compare it too. They are the wooden kind if that helps. Really though, with this table you won't need to add any more track. The ones it comes with is plenty and fills the whole table up. My son also has the Thomas tracks...which aren't compatible but we just play with those on the side. It's an awesome train table, my son loves it! (He's 3)
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It's been awhile but I think the thickness difference is the span of your floor joist mine was 24 in so I used the 5/16 they have a website that you need to read about subfloors. I liked the product.
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Neither. The miter gauge bar that slides in the track measures 0.625" or 5/8". The track measures 0.645" on my machine, which gives a loose fit with 0.02" gap = 0.5 mm. This introduces too much inaccuracy for me and, therefore, I use my miter saw or radial saw for accurate 90º cuts.
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Not sure but I don't see any need for anymore tracks. It comes with plenty!
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Our sliding screen door tracks seems to have the same measurements. It was a snug fit, but the screen door is usable again. Yahoo!
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The depth to which it can be pushed in under the desk. Actually, I'd have preferred a shorter track bc this one sticks out (3 inches) the back of the very narrow desk that I use, but it's worth it to have an excellent ergonomic tray that is so versatile.
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Not for the track kits. If you needed exact measurements you would have to contact us so we can put a custom system together for you. The custom systems get really pricey so if that is something that interest you, feel free to contact us.
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I ended up returning my tray because it went too far back, so I don't know. Good luck.
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The track is only sticker so it really will not matter what type of train you buy . It comes with some cheap plastic train three. I was not happy with this table at all
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It depends on what space you have and what you want to set up. I prefer HO because it is not too small to handle by older children, my father prefers O because he is a grandpa now and can't do the tiny work-- but he has a whole attic for his train. N is smaller and would work better in a small space but it's pieces are harder to find. Your best bet is to look up different track arrangements online-- this will give you a better idea of how much train you'll get for the space you have and if it's still a toss up, then go to a train store and look at both, handle them, get a feel for what you want-- a "toy" to play with, or a coffee table accent or.... Good luck! It depends on what space you have and what you want to set up. I prefer HO because it is not too small to handle by older children, my father prefers O because he is a grandpa now and can't do the tiny work-- but he has a whole attic for his train. N is smaller and would work better in a small space but it's pieces are harder to find. Your best bet is to look up different track arrangements online-- this will give you a better idea of how much train you'll get for the space you have and if it's still a toss up, then go to a train store and look at both, handle them, get a feel for what you... » Read More It depends on what space you have and what you want to set up. I prefer HO because it is not too small to handle by older children, my father prefers O because he is a grandpa now and can't do the tiny work-- but he has a whole attic for his train. N is smaller and would work better in a small space but it's pieces are harder to find. Your best bet is to look up different track arrangements online-- this will give you a better idea of how much train you'll get for the space you have and if it's still a toss up, then go to a train store and look at both, handle them, get a feel for what you want-- a "toy" to play with, or a coffee table accent or.... Good luck! « Show Less