FREIGHT YARD RUNNING at Chadwick Model Railway

FREIGHT YARD RUNNING at Chadwick Model Railway | 221.

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At Last we can see movement in the Freight Yard. However, there is still a fair way to go at Chadwick Model Railway 221.
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Be reminded that slow speed point motors rely on a constant current feed to hold the blades in position once the spring are removed from the points. At its simplest, each motor (motor 1 on the outer switch blades and motor 2 on the inner switch blades as per the diagram) could be controlled by separate polarity change-over switches if the operator is prepared to tolerate that the outer blades may trap the inner blades until the operator controls motor 1 to release the trap.
An improvement is to inhibit the feed to motor 2 when the blades are trapped by using a change-over-switch built into motor 1. However, this does not solve the case when setting route 3 where both blades simultaneously need to be set to the left as simultaneous operation can never be achieved elegantly with two separate switches.
Hence in diagram the independent switches are replaced by a 4 pole, 3 way rotary switch wired so that position 1 selects route 1, position 2 selects route 2, and position 3 selects route 3. If (say) motor 2 is physically reversed to better fit under the baseboard, remember feeds M1 and M2 need to be reversed.
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@johnboughton7451 Ай бұрын

Just so you know & a warning to your subscribers check your subscription to Chadwick as for some unknown reason I lost my subscription & had to rejoin so please check your account just in case it’s happened to you too

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks, John, that is somewhat disturbing. Regards, Charlie.

@BruceMayo-db1kp Ай бұрын

Charlie had warned about that a while ago and I looked and thought it's not happening to me. Well last Friday it happened, Charlie was gone with a lot of others. Even though I watch them all the time. Strange.

@andrewl9191 Ай бұрын

So I've never lost my "subscription" when I've been viewing on a computer or on my phone, but when I'm watching on my TV using the KZfaq app and I go to view the channel icon, it will have the word "Subscribe" as if I'm not actually subscribed, but it doesn't seem like this actually has anything to do with if I AM or if I am NOT subscribed. I'd suggest that if you're watching on a smart tv, don't mess with your sub there, and instead, look at it on a phone app or a computer. I've also got a couple different accounts, this is my work one currently. It's possible that you could somehow be on a different account as well. I'm still skeptical of what's happening.

@RailwayManiaNet 8 күн бұрын

Completely agree about the social aspect of operating a model railway, it should be fun and a good activity with like-minded people.

@ChadwickModelRailway 8 күн бұрын

Thanks RMN, it’s great to have you onboard. Regards, Charlie.

@rtalbot87 Ай бұрын

Hello again Charlie. Yet another very interesting presentation. It makes me realise that deciding to stay with Analogue (at my age) is probably the right path to take. I am overwhelmed with the apparent complexity of digital. I need to complete my layout before old age gets the better of me !

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

A fair point RT. Regards Charlie

@fircombehallrailwayoogauge1430 Ай бұрын

The important part is that it is workable and you enjoy it. There are plenty of excellent analogue layouts out there! Have fun building and running a layout no matter how simple or complicated it may be.

@rtalbot87 Ай бұрын

@@fircombehallrailwayoogauge1430 Thank you. Have started laying cork matting. Design has taken 21 months !!!

@mattm6720 Ай бұрын

You've got to give it to him. Charlie does a cracking job with the editing.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

That’s most kind, Matt. Regards, Charlie.

@EngelsNederfiele Ай бұрын

The issue with the three way points is something I had never considered so this video has been a real eye opener, and of great value! 👍

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks EN, regards Charlie

@Captainpubwatch Ай бұрын

Local cafe…..that’s not what I was expecting to hear! I imagine your part of the world has some great hostelries and some good places to visit. A video of some running and your operators would be great, when the time comes I reckon you’ll have a really good time. Cheers Charlie and best for now

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks,Captain Pub Watch, the build is nearing completion. Regards, Charlie.

@mikeray3993 Ай бұрын

Charlie, I like your videos. i’m totally blind so all my model railway indulgence is vicarious. you have a very descriptive manner and I like the way you do things.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Mike. It’s comments such as yours, that make the whole thing worthwhile. Stay safe, regards Charlie.

@quarrycentral3038 Ай бұрын

Unsure what rank you were in the Navy but you are in my opion an Admiral in the KZfaq world of train modelling. Great teaching, true crew member with your sharing with other channels, methods and bloopers all to boot. Love the channel including the bloopers and the odd bleeped out words. I salute you shippers.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks QC, that’s most kind. It’s great to have you onboard. Regards Charlie.

@ClinchfieldModelRailroad Ай бұрын

I like how you have the turnout decoders mounted on the same board as the turnouts. Most modellers wire up their loconet electronics at a single location and run crazy lengths of wiring back to the turnouts. This becomes a mess and as you pointed out, just having a loconet cable coming in and out makes removing the board or troubleshooting much easier. I like your iPad Smarthand. You can also just take advantage of running a few push buttons to the side of that sections facia to the DS74 freeing up the iPad if it’s needed elsewhere.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks CMR. The iPads are only around £30 on eBay.

@davidsheriff8989 Ай бұрын

I came, I saw, I I connected, I ran ..... well done Charlie...

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks David, it’s great to have you on board. Regards, Charlie.

@Tdance1964 Ай бұрын

Bloody he'll Charlie it was like being in a science and physics lesson at school many years ago

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Hopefully Trevor, youenjoyed physics! Regards, Charlie

@niwty Ай бұрын

“Play trains!” How very dare you Charlie. Thats what my “senior management” calls it and I tell her she’s wrong. Its “Operate a model railway if you don’t mind dear” is my usual response. (Yeah she rolls her eyes and walks away but there’s no way I’m letting her see this video. Ps. Nice explanation on the 3 way point BTW.👍 Also, As a sparky of some 52 years experience can I say I’m impressed by your wiring standards. You’re perfectly correct to say its just one cable at a time. The methodical approach to wiring such as that is always the best way as is proper labelling. Makes fault finding and tracing so much easier. I absolutely hate and detest twisted mixed up spaghetti looms. Its all thumbs up from me good sir. 👍

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks mate, I’m so pleased that you enjoy the video. When my wife first said, are you going to play with your train set? I got annoyed. Now I say instead! Regards Charlie.

@davidcurrie8429 Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie, Yet another interesting and informative video, looking forward to seeing the freight yard taking shape. Just googled train controller 10 for pricing! Regards, David.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks David, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Yes, TC 10 price is a shocker.

@martyn6792 Ай бұрын

Another good one and nothing wrong with having an operating session with friends and pub lunch will go down well

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Martyn, I’m so pleased that you agree. Regards, Charlie.

@leestoddart7014 Ай бұрын

Thumbs up from me Charlie. This area is really coming along nicely. Looking forward to your running sessions.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Lee, fingers crossed that all those points behave. Regards Charlie

@philabraham658 Ай бұрын

“We live and learn …. Perhaps!” a classic realisation of the human condition! 😂🤣😂🤣 Train controller and smart hand look really useful … more research required here😮 thanks for the insight👍🏼

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Phil, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@SuperRobertwillis Ай бұрын

Absolutely fascinating Charlie but Absolutely lost me after about 2 minutes 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂❤

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

I’m sure that’s not true, Robert. Regards Charlie

@user-bk6qo5mu2o Ай бұрын

hi charlie great video always something interesting your railway is coming along nicely .a bit above my understanding of electrics but always a must watch .it is better than what is on tv at least there are no repeats here lol

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks mate, so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@simonbradshaw3708 Ай бұрын

Thanks Charlie for the latest video, the layout is really taking shape. Not long and you will be starting work on the main railway station. As always I look forward to your next video.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

You’re right Simon, I can’t wait to start on the scenics. Regards Charlie

@johnwramsay1 Ай бұрын

Great video Charlie.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks RW, that’s most kind. Regards Charlie.

@Ron_Ventura Ай бұрын

I sympathise with you regarding forgetting to cut the hole for the solenoid until after the track was in. In my case, I forgot to drill the holes for the actuating rods for my servos until after all the points were in - all 12 of them. So I had to carefully drill from the underside of the baseboard, through 3/4” ply and 2” XPS styrofoam, making sure to stop before I destroyed the throw bar. Did I mention this was N scale, just to make it more fun. Somehow I managed it, but it’s a lesson well learned if I ever start a new layout.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Blimey Ron, that is a difficult achievement. I did it once with a plunge router just to see if it could be done! Regards Charlie.

@michaelsohnchen5960 Ай бұрын

Keep on the god work on your layout. Now when Smarthand is up and running in your V10 TC its about time to take a look at "facilities" in order to make that fiddleyard running automaticly🙂 regards Michael

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip Michael, and thanks again for your assistance last week. Regards, Charlie.

@graham33freeland59 Ай бұрын

Another great video Charlie..really keeps my motivation high.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Graham, that’s most kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

@bryan_lane Ай бұрын

Hmm, you’ve got me thinking now ! I wonder if iTrain has an equivalent to Train Controller’s SmartHand. I think I want to be able to do that, that’s certainly food for thought ! And talking of food, a beer over lunch before operating model trains ? What could possibly go wrong 🤭 Interesting stuff as always Charlie. Take care mate.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Bryan, I’m pretty sure that iTrain also has this facility. Remember, don’t drink and drive (trains)! Regards Charlie

@paulsharman Ай бұрын

it doses via an ap for IOS but it's only really a throttle, it will network if you have the correct level of licence but not cross platform. That was one of my considerations before I faced the situation and paid for TC. 🙂.......... That is not a criticism of iTrain, it is verry good.

@rosemorrison7075 Ай бұрын

Thank you Charlie. This was a really fascinating update for me. I love model trains and to watch you building your layout bit by bit has been delightful.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Rose, that’s very kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

@SamBarr-cx5er Ай бұрын

Really good advice on the 3 way point operating sequence, I have never given it a thought, I use DPDT switches and switch them simultaneously. So have been lucky due to throwing them at the same time, that I've never caused a problem when operating them. I don't have any automation on the layout except for the timers for the duration of the KaDee uncouplers. On hindsight maybe I should have given block detection and throttle point operation a little more consideration.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Sam. The block detection system is hugely expensive and time consuming! Regards Charlie.

@davidstokes8441 Ай бұрын

Electronics are becoming more and more sophisticated, which will encourage more youngsters into the hobby, and grow their knowledge, which ss they grow older will give them a leg up in the job market. Win Win. However it gets a bit mindblowing for fossils like myself. Well done Charlie for giving me an insight into the complexities.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks David for sharing your interesting view. Regards Charlie

@howardavins9234 Ай бұрын

Hi again Charlie Somewhat overwhelmed and a bit confused but certainly impressed. Really looking forward to some operations. I still think I will avoid a 3 way point.! Little hints and tips very useful, eg. Sequence of switching 3 way point to avoid damage. These little tips can really help avoid damage and frustration. Stay safe and many thanks for Every episode. Howard.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks, Howard, that’s very kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

@davidmathie9512 Ай бұрын

Whoa .Great progress. Love the automation possibilities .Really brings the layout to life. You must have the tidiest garage in England 😀.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Not at all. Margaret’s car is in there at night!

@123obinash Ай бұрын

Absolutely sublime Charlie. Another week over with & another Friday evening unwinding watching your progress. It's going to be fascinating watching the running sessions Many thanks. Nathan

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Nathan, that’s most kind.

@johnodonoghue7381 Ай бұрын

You're getting very technical Charlie , Great video

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

The tech side is almost complete John, hopefully! Regards Charlie

@mikebiggs6632 Ай бұрын

Not sure why the blue tack was necessary as you have made the alteration to the point to make it live regardless of the contact point with the stock rail. It's really coming along very well Charlie.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Just belt and braces, you can never be too sure. Regards, Charlie.

@extra-dry Ай бұрын

An articulated shower mirror mount will work great. Relatively simple, strong enough, an inexpensive. It is supposed to mount with suction cups on smooth tile, but you can always drill holes and use screws. The plate that usually holds a small mirror can be attached to the back of a tablet with velcro or double sided tape. There usually is a ball-and-socket swivel at the end of the arm, making movement easy

@impy1980 Ай бұрын

Camera/audio equipment will be the way to go, as it's all inter compatible through 1/4 and 3/8 inch connections, plus there's tablet mounts (similar to car phone mounts you'll see) that'll attach to any boom arm, whether that's a flexi gooseneck arm, a spring loaded articulated "mic" arm, or stand/tripod, or combination of things.

@extra-dry Ай бұрын

Much nicer, but probably more expensive

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Great advice gentleman thank you. I do own something called a manfroto magic arm, but I will still need an adapter on which to mount the iPad. Regards, Charlie.

@impy1980 Ай бұрын

@@ChadwickModelRailway Well that's a good start Charlie, the most expensive part at hand, plenty of ways to get down to say 1/4 thread from the Manfroto spigot, such as the female spigot adapter, an umbrella bracket that slides over the spigot, a ballhead spigot adapter, a quick release for spigot, or just a simple 5/8 to 1/4 inch step down screw that goes in the end of the spigot. You get the picture I'm not gonna tell an experienced camera guy how to suck eggs, but perhaps there's something in there that you weren't aware of that might suit the connection between arm and tablet holder better.

@ChobertonJunction Ай бұрын

Wow! I think I will stick with my hand of god for now. Mind blown but who knows maybe in the future I may adopt some of this approach. Really interesting to see and learn.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks CJ, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Regards, Charlie.

@Robls501510 Ай бұрын

Good update Charlie. Looking forward to your upcoming ops session video.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks, Rob, it won’t be long now. Regards, Charlie.

@nigelpipe8933 Ай бұрын

Very good Charlie. But way to complicated for me. Your getting nearer to your 100K I see. I hope you & your good lady have a lovely weekend 😊😊😊

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks, Nigel, that’s very kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

@samshunt5715 Ай бұрын

Fantastic work Charlie

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Many thanks Sam, that’s most kind.

@sespach Ай бұрын

Blue tac is a magnificent idea- soft, playable and removable. Ps- I could hear the rain outside your garage.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Yes, it was chucking it down. I had to dodge the showers, when carrying the board. Regards Charlie.

@tonyrobinson362 Ай бұрын

Excellent info Charlie but I'll stick with shunting my lego trains.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

A great idea Tony. It’s a brilliant hobby regardless of our choice. Regards Charlie

@BUS3SMikeBanks Ай бұрын

Charlie have Ipad on my layout and use this stand from Amazon - AboveTEK Sturdy Tablet Holder, Aluminum Long Arm Tablet Mount, 360° Swivel Tablet Stand & Phone Holder with Bracket Cradle Clamps 4-11" Devices for Kitchen Bedside Office Desk Showcase Display…

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks, Mike, I shall check it out. Regards, Charlie.

@paulsharman Ай бұрын

I am not sure about Tortoise or MTB but with Cobalt one can wire the motors on symmetrical three way points so that if the heal is thrown the second motor will not activate until the heal is closed. Thankfully in N, one can only get asymmetrical, so the issue does not arise.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Hi Paul. Tortoise and MTB 5 and 10s can also do that. However, Richard’s method requires only one switch, rather than two. Regards Charlie.

@SimonCullen-sl8fk Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie, you mentioned using a rotary switch etc to prevent damage to the 3-way if it was operated out of sequence. This is not necessary of you use slow acting turnout motors which have 2 auxiliary switches ie Cobalt or MTB MP10. The 2nd switch is used to route the power to the other turnout motor so it only operates when required.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Yes I do realise that Simon. However, Richard‘s idea was that you only have one switch rather than two. Regards Charlie.

@SimonCullen-sl8fk Ай бұрын

The photo he showed actually uses MP10s so for him it is easy. Agreed if you only have a turnout motor with one switch then more complicated, but I think I would try and fit a microswitch activated by the movement of the tiebar?@@ChadwickModelRailway

@gwrtromsoe Ай бұрын

Charlie! As always your videos are super motivating. Thanks for sharing this (oh, and for planting ideas in my head ;) ) Thomas, aka GWR Division Tromsoe

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Thomas, I’m so pleased that you find the channel interesting. Regards Charlie

@Philcyoung Ай бұрын

Excellent and informative as always Charlie. As a beginner, 3 way points had not really come to my attention before, but looking at your freight yard one of those might work very well in my engine shed area.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks, Phil, but I’m not recommending them until I’ve thoroughly tested them. Regards, Charlie.

@fredpryde8555 Ай бұрын

this is looking great

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Fred, regards Charlie

@jeffjones6107 Ай бұрын

Great video, Charlie can't wait for a running session 👍

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Hopefully, next time JJ. Regards, Charlie.

@mikehebdentrains Ай бұрын

I added a couple of 3 way points a while back - made the simple mistake of labelling them both the same, 1 left, 2 centre, 3 right, so choosing track 1 on both selected two different sidings! More excellent tips here! thank you. Mike

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Mike, I do find that they are a frightening design! Regards Charlie

@clivengauge Ай бұрын

Great update looking good tank you for sharing 👍

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

You’re most welcome, Clive. Regards, Charlie.

@frankkie3849 Ай бұрын

Nicely done, thanks for sharing,,😊

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Frankkie, I’m so pleased you enjoyed it. Regards, Charlie.

@keithshayle7027 Ай бұрын

In two words...Simply fantastic!

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks, Keith, that’s most kind. Regards, Charlie.

@ashleeson1351 28 күн бұрын

Hi Charlie have a look at RAM mounts they aren’t telescopic but you can mount them to your fascia boards and it will hold your iPads nice and steady I use them for my devices in my tow truck tablet holders are also available and the arm sizes vary

@ChadwickModelRailway 28 күн бұрын

Many thanks A1351 but I think that I have a solution. I already have the base section so minimal expense. Regards Charlie

@user-dp2de8so7u Ай бұрын

Very enjoyable and useful as usual Charlie, I always learn something new from your videos.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

That’s great news, mate. Regards, Charlie.

@markfleming1605 Ай бұрын

Another fantastic informative video. I look forward to your next update. Enjoy your weekend

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks mark, much appreciated.

@onnomulder9775 Ай бұрын

Another great update as usual Charlie!!! Many thanks for sharing. Cheers Onno.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

You’re very welcome,Onno. Regards, Charlie.

@ChrisMarshallUS Ай бұрын

Looking good, can't wait to see the operational yard

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

You and me both Chris. Regards, Charlie.

@christopher-2000 Ай бұрын

Awesome video Charlie

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Christopher, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Regards, Charlie.

@ModelRailwayShed Ай бұрын

Another fantastic informative video Charlie thank you for sharing.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

You’re most welcome,MRS. Regards, Charlie.

@peterholder6103 Ай бұрын

Hello Charlie,another interesting and enjoyable video as ever.Made me have a quick think about my three way polnts but they are Peco 55 asymmetric so the blade problem doesn’t occur.Now I know that they are not really your bag but DCCconcepts can give you interlocking [ also with scissors crossings ] so I just wondered given your knowledge of such things,that there is an interlocking system out there somewhere.We know about the frailty of human memory.Wishing you well.PH

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Peter, I also realise that the tortoise, and the MP5 and 10 also have this interlock due to having two internal switches. Regards, Charlie.

@hermitageroad4713 Ай бұрын

Great video charlie

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks HR, regards Charlie

@jimhoffmann5175 Ай бұрын

You do a superior job of all the electronics! I think back 40 or so years ago when DCC was first arriving. The idea of it was that the wiring was so much simpler than for DC. Now each year something new comes along and further complicates the improvements. I guess it will never stop.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

I think you’re right, Jim. However, the advances make it so much more enjoyable. Regards, Charlie.

@recycledmodelrailways8655 Ай бұрын

Really enjoy watching your channel Charlie, always a bit of fun and loads of info, thanks.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks RMR, I’m so pleased that you enjoy your channel. Regards, Charlie.

@johnkelly8104 Ай бұрын

Thanks

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks John, that’s extremely generous of you. Stay safe, regards Charlie.

@johnmassey7687 Ай бұрын

really weel done video Charlie ,, thank you

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it John. Regards Charlie.

@robot7759 Ай бұрын

Nice work Charlie 👍

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks robot, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Regards, Charlie.

@robot7759 Ай бұрын

@@ChadwickModelRailway Utube is kinda daft. The name is Rob Ot. I understand the confusion, but still...

@alancope9962 Ай бұрын

Brilliant as always Charlie, even though I can't see me going this far 👍

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

It’s great to have you onboard Alan. Regards Charlie

@glynrowe2518 Ай бұрын

Another great vid I watch with my Saturday morning coffee. I'm sorry to hear that Herr Freiwald as you by the S&C's again for even more money. I wish to thank you again for video 169, although you were diplomatic as always, you encouraged me to look at all other options before committing to a automation system. It was not just the price, the deciding factor for me to look elsewhere was the use of dongles and that only Herr Freiwald him self can personally authorise the replacement of a faulty one.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

I’m so pleased I enjoyed the video Glyn. Train Controller 10, is now dongle free, although you must be hooked up to the Internet. Regards Charlie.

@roystudds1944 Ай бұрын

Fascinating video Charlie. Making good progress in this area now. Looking forward to seeing your next video. Roy.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Roy, hopefully it’ll be finished by the end of the month. Regards, Charlie.

@newburyg 10 күн бұрын

Excellent video as always Charlie. Who's the beautifull wren on the picture 12.35 into the video? lol

@ChadwickModelRailway 9 күн бұрын

She was a model l photographed many years ago, a beautiful woman inside and out. Regards, Charlie.

@ianstransporthistorystuff8175 Ай бұрын

Brilliant video and found about those 3 way points interesting and when I was on BR and at my heritage railway I had to manually wind on points plus use signal frames and boxes , and need something like a signal lever block to stop the wrong switch being moved in model form , be some thing good for the model railway industry to invent maybe ? And love the idea of a layout you can share and enjoy with others, and going down to the Cafe or local pub and than coming back to play trains sounds my idea of paradise 😊

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Ian, it’s comments such as yours make the whole thing worthwhile. Regards, Charlie

@ngaugefouroaksstreetstatio6932 Ай бұрын

Very good Charlie, sometimes the building of the layout can take over from what was once the original goal of running trains. All the best

@grahamthompson6622 Ай бұрын

Sometimes building the layout can be the original goal - or at least a large part of it.

@ngaugefouroaksstreetstatio6932 Ай бұрын

@@grahamthompson6622 absolutely

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

I must admit, gentlemen, I do enjoy the building of it, and even the wiring! Regards Charlie

@clivehale397 Ай бұрын

😊 nice film Charlie coming along well I think...

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Clive, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@patmccarthy1624 Ай бұрын

Charlie, I'm ready to come over and help you operate - and touch the pub a bit! I'll just have to get the transportation worked out! Seriously, the block detection just mystifies me. Perhaps, you can dedicate a session to how that all operates. . . . Thanks again for a great video!

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks, Pat. You’re too kind. I certainly will explain more on blocked detection, once I have mastered its foibles! Regards Charlie.

@aaronl_trains_and_planes Ай бұрын

I hope I can get my wiring as beautiful as you do yours.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Just take your time mate, and don’t hesitate to reroute if necessary. Regards, Charlie.

@paulmcmanus9408 Ай бұрын

You can interlock the 3 way points using the auxiliaries on the point motors or use a PLC and scrap train controller. Use a plc, hmi and or a scada system.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks, Paul, an interesting alternative. Regards, Charlie.

@kelvinVAUGHAN Ай бұрын

I think Jadlam in Wells sell Kadee products. They around the back of B&Q.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Yes, Kelvin, it’s my local. However, they don’t stop the solenoids. Regards, Charlie.

@grahamthompson6622 Ай бұрын

Another good explanation of the (dreaded by some) Peco 3-way point. However, it misses one potentially important issue. These points may appear to be symmetrical, but they are not. Furthermore, separate pert and right hand versions are not available. The track connections are symmetrical but the point rais are configured as a (roughly)medium radius LH point followed by a small radius RH point. Anyone like me who uses these points at each end of 3 fiddle yard loops needs t be aware of this. The wiring is a bit more complex, but not too difficult.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Graham, I was unaware of the different radii. Regards Charlie

@acftus Ай бұрын

Just shows how model railways can develop technology wise to provide an even greater sense of enjoyment. A really interesting episode this as usual, with small snippets of useful information. I would suggest you have your beers before operating the layout though!!! Chadwick looking the business now. Regards Kevin

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Kevin, I’m so pleased that you’re enjoying the ride. Regards Charlie.

@michaelimpey1407 Ай бұрын

Charlie, what an interesting video. I am glad I have stayed simple, you are really scaring me with the extraordinary technology that is out there. NSW Railways are spending over 4 Billion dollars on upgrading there track control technology, I now know why. When I paint my, I use a cork block (an old sanding block cut up) to get the paint off, and do it while it is still tacky, and it comes off really well. Thank you for the tip on controlling a 3 way point, you have given me knowledge I did not have on these "littel beauties". Thank you for sharing, cheers, and stay safe, Michael

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Michael, I shall certainly give the cork block method, a try. Regards Charlie

@heritagejunction2184 Ай бұрын

Great video Charlie but I'm keeping my fun simple ,nice your plans to have a day with your mates it's what life is all about. I myst get back to making a few videos again no where near as professional as yours but I like to share. David

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Yes please David, dust off that camera. Regards Charlie

@user-gw9po2lr5c Ай бұрын

Well Charlie, I'm not sure how you manage to get so much done to the layout and produce these great clips. Well done, truly educational. 👍

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks mate, that’s very kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

@vincenthuying98 Ай бұрын

Dear Charlie, for your IPad mounts I would recommend the Kikkerland Gooseneck Tablet holder. It’s suited with a rather stiff clamp and their gooseneck is on the one hand flexible enough but also rigid enough to hold up the weight of the device. Another advantage is that the clamp can easily be removed which leaves a standard thread so the gooseneck can be mounted on a fixed anchor point. Great vid, love the different recommendations you shared on using the blue tack, cutting holes before track installation etc. Kinda cool to see the different screens in action, even though you didn’t fully install the block detection completely. By showing the system this way it becomes more transparent and comprehensible to the layman, with one foot still in the 20th century. By the way, definitely wanna give you a well deserved compliment for your excellent wiring. Even without the labeling the entire purpose of the different components, their leads, controls and connections become visibly clear in just a single glance. Cheerio

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Vincent, it’s comments such as yours that make the whole thing worthwhile. Regards, Charlie.

@delphjunction1168 Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie. Another great vlog buddy. Got a 3 way point myself, if and when I install it hand operation only. Thanks Charlie. ...Pete....

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Pete, hopefully mine will be reliable! Regards Charlie

@alant1647 Ай бұрын

Great video as always, Charlie. I can confirm (from experience!) the 3-ways need to be operated with care, especially if driven by servos, which will hold the blade firmly in position regardless of what the other blade is trying to do. Also, expensive 3-ways and 4-ways are very unforgiving should there be any stray ballast, paint or even PVA. Mask off thoroughly, leave the sensitive areas absolutely clear and check operation before applying power.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Many thanks, for such valuable advice Alan. Regards, Charlie.

@rodneybates2135 Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie. K&M make an iPad mount designed to clamp onto a microphone stand. Check with your audio supplier for a price on one of those.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks,Rodney, that’s much appreciated. Regards, Charlie.

@eastcoastdcc Ай бұрын

Another awesome video, Charlie! My layout is nowhere near the scale of yours and the wiring makes my mind boggle!!! I'm now off to continue wiring my layout to be able to switch between analogue and DCC control... and that's just the track! Great stuff - keep up the excellent content. Cheers Ross

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Ross, and good luck with your project. Regards, Charlie.

@HillcrestHalt Ай бұрын

Is that a voltage regulator I spotted when you showed the wiring under the board with the 3 way point on it. I’ll be using one for my led lighting on my board. 😊

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

No HCH, it’s a timer for the solenoid uncoupler. Regards, Charlie.

@duncanrhodes4778 Ай бұрын

Fascinating stuff. To be honest it is a bit overwhelming for me just starting out with a DCC layout, but who knows, taking it one step at a time I may reach your dizzy heights. Thank you for continuing to share, I have learned so much from your videos!

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Duncan, that’s very kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

@oceanfroggie Ай бұрын

Fabulous Charlie. Thank you. Isn't the endless quest for learning and discovery wonderful. Your resourcefulness and clear is helpful and impressive. Interesting spraying the track before ballasting, I usually spray the track and ballast together (ie to weather the track and ballast), I must try your method to see what the end result looks like. I learn so much from your channel and your innovations. Thanks for the university of layout building. I was wondering about a sort of interlocked switching for the 3 way point (eg using a spare switch terminals on one of the point motors to throw the other point motor). All the best, take care.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks OF I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@wolvertoncentresidings5676 Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie. Great video as usual. I use iPads on my layout and I've mounted microphone stand tablet holders to the facia, I just cut of the bracket that grips the mic stand and drilled two holes through the backplate and screwed it directly to the facias. I did chuckle when you said you had to upgrade train controller to be able to get the iPads to feedback to the main display, Us iTrain/ Z21 users have been able to do it for years 😂

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Yes, it was somewhat bizarre, as I could not V9 as V10 existed. Still we got there in the end. Regards, Charlie.

@stillstanding123 Ай бұрын

Neat idea on switch wiring the motors for a 3 way point. It took me a couple of minutes to interpret the schematic but found it broke down quite simply into two independent blades / motors linked via the common shaft of the rotary switch. Nice one Richard !

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks SS. I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@chrislockerby1411 Ай бұрын

Great Video love seeing the integration with smart Hand maybe next Payday I hope your Friends are Paying for Lunch maybe sell tickets to play on your Club layout with a Q&A session . Me and SWMBO would love a Day down at West Camel playing On the Club Layout Do you Know when the Summer Open Day is? Keep up the Great Work.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Hi Chris, our summer open day is on 22nd June. Please do come along. Regards Charlie.

@chrislockerby1411 Ай бұрын

@@ChadwickModelRailway Cheers Charlie that was Quick I,ll Book it of at Work Tomorrow

@grahamthompson6622 Ай бұрын

Another helpful video on by 0:30 the (by some) dreaded 3-way point. This misses one potentially important factor, however. These points may look symmetrical but they are not. Further, they are not available in handed versions. If like me you use them at each end of fiddle yard loops,then the operating sequence for the two points will be different. This is not too difficult to arrange but needs to be factored into the control arrangements.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks, Graham, for an interesting observation. Regards, Charlie.

@martinworrall5888 Ай бұрын

Another interesting vlog Charlie but I think I will keep making my bird boxes and leave the technology to you 😂.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

We do what we enjoy Martin. As an aside, we have a pair of red legged partridges visiting our garden most days. Regards, Charlie.

@martinworrall5888 Ай бұрын

@@ChadwickModelRailway yes Charlie but it still amazes me how you understand all the technical stuff and still call it playing with trains haha. Interesting about the partridges.

@lesliesavage9229 Ай бұрын

9:26 You could make it throw both points at the same time with a relay controlling both points from the one you only want to throw, if the other is open. That way you can forget which way the first point is thrown.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

That’s an interesting option, Leslie, many thanks regards Charlie

@alfgeorge5003 Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie, a thought for tablet stand, maybe some sort music sheet stand would work depending on leg setup though as you don't want any trip hazards, wow you going all out with computerise ops.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Actually, Alf, using the iPad saves a great deal of wiring. Regards, Charlie.

@epj900 Ай бұрын

Just leaves me cold all them electronics! , Sorry Charlie

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

It’s such a varied hobby, something for everyone.

@howardwitt7947 Ай бұрын

Hi Charlie. I have a part solution (not perfect) for my three way point. I have a solenoid on 2&3 and a servo on 1&2. If that makes sense. The servo which is ridged in its movement will allow the solenoid to be moved. The solenoid if inadvertently activated when it shouldn’t will of course bang the actuator across but will not excerpt any consistent pressure. In the blades.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks, Howard, for an interesting solution. Regards, Charlie.

@roegil Ай бұрын

Hi, it was an instructional and useful video as we have always been spoiled with. I just wanted to share my thoughts about the two MP10s one after the other on a three-way switch. The MP10 has 2 changeover switches. I would use the output of one of the changeover switches of the first mp10, that is powered when point two is free. The power of that electric point I would user to power the second MP10. In this way, the power supply of the second MP10 is in series with the correct position of the first MP10. (I hope I don't make my explanation too confusing). You need only two toggle switches to operate the MP10. When the first is in the correct possition to operate the second everything will works. With The first point in te blocking possition the second mp10 can't be operated because it does not receives power.

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

I have discussed this method at length with a friend. The only draw back is that it takes two switch movements as opposed to one, with a rotary switch. Regards Charlie

@thomasstonge3758 Ай бұрын

That was nice just happened to have the day off today, and got to see the latest video as it just came out! Give you credit for are the computer stuff ( that’s my technical term for it) I’m not a computer person, and I’m not knocking your layout or anything, but the whole dcc stuff, it just looks my complicated than it has to be, good old toggle switches with blocks! 😂 again, love your layout and how you explain everything, I appreciate that. It’s just the more I see dcc stuff, and what it takes to support it, it just seems like a lot, but to each his own ! Always fun to watch your stuff, can’t wait to see the yard done, take care!

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks Thomas, I’m so pleased that you found the video interesting. Regards, Charlie.

@mmsmits2868 Ай бұрын

Looks great. Wiring tends to intimidate lots of people but keeping it organized and color-coded takes away most trepidations. Enjoy playing with the trains ("operating sessions" to some of those in model railroading - not me). Have a great week!

@ChadwickModelRailway Ай бұрын

Thanks MM, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Regards, Charlie