Category:Electronis

Kevin’s Komments 08/27/2021

Posted on August 27, 2021Updated on August 27, 2021by Kevin GeigerCategories:Electronis, History, Kevin's Komments, passenger, Rolling stock, Steam

So…Who knows model railroading history? Who was the first manufacturer of electrically powered model trains? My normal research into historic railroad pics will take a little turn today – Let’s look at some historic model railroading! I found a little treasure right here in Cincinnati. A company named Carlisle & Finch, located on West Mitchell …
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Fast clocks on the CNOR permanent layout

Posted on March 16, 2021Updated on March 18, 2021by Monty SteinCategories:Electronis

On our fixed layout we use Timetable & Train Order scheduling during operation sessions. This means we need to know what time it is. Because of the scaling of the distances, we use a fast clock (3:1) that is separate from real time. That means there are never enough clocks showing the right time. There …
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