Out and back

[MarkOg]

Gents

Thinking of constructing a short out and back single 009 gauge line for narrow gauge representation on my 00 DCC layout. Is there a clever (electronic?) device out there which would mean the loco automatically changes direction once it reaches the end of the line. In other words, constantly shuttles back and forth.

[RAF96]

If DC then yes several such shuttle modules, e.g. Gaugemaster SS1. This module can also be rigged to run from DCC - instructions in the GM newsletter archive.
If DCC then there are similar modules, but also the job can be done with a 5-diode pack set across a rail break at each end - only if the loco decoder supports ADCC/ABC control.

[Bigmet]

Thinking of constructing a short out and back single 009 gauge line for narrow gauge representation on my 00 DCC layout...

I have to keep reminding myself not to be tempted now that a Double Fairlie is available. Apparently it can manage a six inch radius curve...

[MarkOg]

Thanks gents. Looks just the job.......What do you think would be a suitable 16V AC supply for the unit?

[RAF96]

I use the Aux out of the back of an HM2000 controller as power to the shuttle unit and one of the speed controlled outputs to run the track. Mine is a DC tram shuttle running alongside a DCC train layout.

[heda]

I used the DC Shutttle from Block Signalling on my Christmas end to end, it works as it should, easy to install and runs of 12v dc
https://blocksignalling.co.uk/SS1

Dave