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Digitrax AR1 - Automatic Reverse Controller - Single

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$27.77
SKU:
DTX-AR1
UPC:
652667030069
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Width:
1.00 (in)
Height:
1.00 (in)
Depth:
2.00 (in)
Current Stock:
4

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Description

 AR1 Features:

  • Cost effective automatic reversing for one reversing section or subdistrict
  • User selectable trip current lets you adjust the AR1 to work with any scale or equipment on your layout
  • Auto-Reversing manages polarity mismatches on the reversing track section without manually throwing electrical toggle switches or adding another booster
  • 8 amp peak, 6 amp continuous Auto-reversing control for a single reversing district.
  • Simple to wire 4 wire hookup, no locomotive wiring required
  • No external power required, runs off track power
  • AR1 operates with or without LocoNet, so it is compatible with all DCC systems.

Alternatives to AR1 for Automatic Reversing on your layout:1.  Use a double pole, double throw switch to manually allow for reversing.2.  Use one Digitrax booster set for automatic reversing and another set for normal operation.3.  Use a PM42 Quad Power Manager to handle 4 power sub-districts.  You can set these up to be automatic reversing or power managers to prevent short circuits from shutting down your layout.   

Details

Store Location:
P# 223 / Aisle 15B #400

Customer Reviews

2 reviews

  • 5

    Digitrax AR-1 Auto Reverse...

    Posted by Stephen B on 28th Nov 2023

    Product works. Must be fair, I am a novice model railroader and know very little about electronics. There are no instructions on how to install on a Kato Turntable. Lots of info on Youtube, but pick your sources carefully. Did get it installed correctly and is works fine. Thanks Midwest for the fast processing and shipping.

  • 5

    Was convinced I needed one but then found out I...

    Posted by Jim Dennis on 20th Nov 2023

    Was convinced I needed one but then found out I could do it with a simple double throw double pole switch. So for now I won’t be using it.

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