Differences Between Point Indicator and Trap Indicator (S.R. 3.50.2, 3.51.3.1)

S.No.Point IndicatorTrap Indicator
1.It indicates the position in which the points are set.It indicates the position of derailing switch.
2.It is provided where there are no departure signals or where single arm Home is provided on MAS.It is provided at derailing switch where there is no signal protection.
3.Point indicator shall show a white target by day or a white light by night in both directions when points are set for the straight line.Trap indicator shall show red target by day and red light by night in both directions when the derailing switch is open.
4.Point indicator shall show no target by day or a green light by night in both directions when points are set for the turnout.Trap indicator shall show a knife edge of the disc by day and green light by night in both directions when the derailing switch is closed.