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Date: 03/03/21 11:39
Switch Machines
Author: wjpyper

I want to convert some of my S gauge American Flyer manual switches to power. Does anybody out there have any recomendations. TIA
Bill Pyper
Lacey, WA
 

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Date: 03/03/21 11:45
Re: Switch Machines
Author: SP4360

Tortoise machines would be my choice.

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Date: 03/03/21 13:19
Re: Switch Machines
Author: glengui4294

I've had very good results from the MP5. It's survo controlled, and draws no power when not in use. It also has an internal DPDT switch.

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Date: 03/03/21 15:41
Re: Switch Machines
Author: LarryDoyle

Another vote for Tortoise.

-LD

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Date: 03/03/21 17:51
Re: Switch Machines
Author: MarkG

Another vote for the MP5 switch machine. It has a much smaller footprint and is configurable for most any sort of standard model RR electrical control feed. Here's the link to the home page of the outfit that sells them (they're European in origin):

http://www.modelrailroadcontrolsystems.com/mp5-switch-motor/

best regards,
Mark G.

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Date: 03/03/21 21:11
Re: Switch Machines
Author: grahamline

The MP5 is also about 20% less expensive than Brand T, and more compact.

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