Shinohara Switches

Model Railroader Layouts and layout building
1

I am planning on powering my new layout with a Prodigy Advance System. Is it true that DCC does not like the power routing switches? What switches are being used?

2

I operate on DCC, have shinohara #6 turnouts powered by tortoise motors from a bi-polar power supply.The frogs are powered from the contacts on the tortoise and the rails are gapped behind the frog.I’ve been operating for 10 years with no problem.Maybe there is a better way,but this has worked for me.I’m still not sure what dcc friendly means

3

shinohara/walthers is now making those switches in a DCC friendly line. I used the old version for years withh DCC and only had a few problem area’s that were easily repaired.

4

aharden,

In my opinion, the Shinohara switches are the most realistic, best-built, and reliable turnout made. With DCC friendly versions, you should have many years of reliable service from them, if properly installed. The older turnouts took a little more effort to prevent shorts near the point rails. Powering the frog, as mentioned above, will prevent a dead spot in the turnout. Good Luck.

Mark C.