Turnout Control

[Gbeeman]

Is there any advantage in using tortoise machines controlled by a Switchit over using smail machines?

Thanks,

Gbeeman

 

[Greg@mnrr]

I'm not too versed on the Switchit, but do have a bunch of Tortoise switch machines. The Tortoise really have that prototypical action when throwing the points. I use a variable setting transformer to power the machines and I run at 6 volts. DTDP mini-switches mounted on the fascia near the machines control the power to the machines. The DPDT handles in the "Up" position indicate normal turnout settings.

I did use NJ relays on another layout and the "Snapping" sound was at best.

 

[fcwilt]

What are "smail machines"?

Frederick

 

[Gbeeman]

Tortoise machines with a built in decoder.

Gbeeman.

 

[railBuilderDhd]

Can the Switchit be used with other DCC systems or only NEC?

Dave

 

[fcwilt]

Can the Switchit be used with other DCC systems or only NEC?

Dave

Hi,

The SwitchIt device appears to connect to the track power and gets it's commands from there.

As such it should work with any system.

Frederick