I'm wondering in this layout for DCC where I would need to insulators and if I need to use to auto reversing devices, one at each end of the reversing section or whether I could just use one in the center of the reversing section.
I'm brand new to model railroading and appreciate any help you can give me.
Thanks,
Dave
Moving this to the "Electronics & DCC" section.
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Insulators are required at both ends of both rails of the blue section.
Take a look at the PSX-AR for your auto-reverser.
https://tonystrains.com/product/dcc-specialties-psx-ar-power-shield-auto-reverser-circuit-breaker/
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carl425 Insulators are required at both ends of both rails of the blue section. Take a look at the PSX-AR for your auto-reverser. https://tonystrains.com/product/dcc-specialties-psx-ar-power-shield-auto-reverser-circuit-breaker/
Rich
Alton Junction
You do not need 2 reversers, one will do the job. And as already posted insulate both ends of the reversing section
floridaflyer You do not need 2 reversers, one will do the job. And as already posted insulate both ends of the reversing section
Yes. And, a single AR can be used to reverse two (or more) entirely separate isolated independent loops located anywhere on the layout. The caveat is that multiple trains cannot enter multiple loops simultaneously.
Robert
LINK to SNSR Blog
Ideally, the reversing section should be longer than the longest train you plan to run through it.
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Welcome to the Forum. Lots of good info and help here.
The link below (see "Reversing" part way down that page) does a great job of cover the basics, including some typical layout examples if you would like to understand further. Some of the examples probably relate to the options you may have.
http://wiringfordcc.com/track_2.htm#c4
I'll second the recommendation to examine options to create dual reversing ability to handle from either mainline direction. I have a dual reversing setup on my dual level HO 5'x9' layout, which is a sorta classic "folded dogbone". I used the OG-ARs (only $32 and work fine with my NCE) on my loops, choosing to use one on each. Tony's Trains has some very helpful folks who can help you choose basis the nature of you layout, DCC system being served (if that matters) and number of locos being run at one time.
Paul
Modeling HO with a transition era UP bent
Although it's clever to use the same auto reverser for multiple sections, I would caution against it. Sooner or later, perhaps when operating the layout with a friend, you will put yourself in the pickle of trying to manage both reverse loops simultaneously and all this wonder-tech will not cut it. You will end up using the old 5-DCC controller and pulling the train out of the loop with your fingers. Each loop should have its own reverser.
MisterBeasley Each loop should have its own reverser.
Each loop should have its own reverser.
If he makes a second one. As drawn only 1 reverser is needed.
--Randy
Modeling the Reading Railroad in the 1950's
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rrinker If he makes a second one. As drawn only 1 reverser is needed. --Randy