Month: August 2014

Simulate a Spring Switch

Spring switches are used by some prototype railroads to save the crew from having to re-align the switch points after passing through the switch.  The switch is sprung in one direction (typically the mainline), allowing any train to pass through the switch from the frog end without manually aligning the points.  When entering the mainline […]

Infrared Proximity Sensor

The CKT-IRSENSE is an inexpensive reflective infrared proximity sensor, designed primarily for model railroad use, utilizing the latest in proximity sensor technology.  It can be used to trigger a variety of sound and visual effects as well as provide track occupancy status.  The sensor’s small size (0.25″ x 2.25″) makes installation simple with only a […]

See you in St. Louis

We will be at the St. Louis RPM Meet later in the week with several new products to demonstrate.  If you are there, please stop by and introduce yourself.  During that time, online orders may be delayed, but don’t worry – we will get to them as soon as we get back home.  As a […]