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RouteRock4300

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AR 1 help please..
« on: March 17, 2023, 08:44:02 AM »
HI there . im running a reverse loop with a peco sl u8363,double slip .Is purchasing a AR1 and isolating that double slip wold be the best route .Any suggestions thanks Tom

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Re: AR 1 help please..
« Reply #1 on: March 17, 2023, 10:28:10 AM »
I'm not familiar with your switch, but so long as you can isolate all 4 rails where the loop connects to the switch, then the AR-1 should do the trick allowing you to traverse the loop with no polarity issues.

I don't use them as I run deadrail, but I'm assuming the AR-1 tolerates the short duration short as metal wheels first cross the gap, then quickly changes the polarity to eliminate that short.

Basing my response on a quick review of the AR-1 instructions.

RouteRock4300

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Re: AR 1 help please..
« Reply #2 on: March 22, 2023, 05:52:42 PM »
thanks for your reply

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Re: AR 1 help please..
« Reply #3 on: March 23, 2023, 08:44:59 AM »
Can the AR-1 be used with my NCE system? The instructions state to only use it with a RP power supply.

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Re: AR 1 help please..
« Reply #4 on: March 23, 2023, 02:55:45 PM »
You'll need a DCC auto reverser if your layout is powered by a DCC system.
The Ring AR-1 cannot be used with DCC power.
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Re: AR 1 help please..
« Reply #5 on: March 24, 2023, 11:05:02 AM »
Thanks as always, Bill.