Hello,
Another newcomer here. I am planning my first layout & showing great restraint regarding both size and complexity. I have permitted myself only 3 points/switches. I have Peco paper templates and am using these to design something that is both attractive, interesting with some semblance of a backstory.
It would be helpful if I could add the Peco Y point into the mix. Are these viewed as acceptable/reliable? All vehicle and locos will have 2 axles.
Many thanks,
Lawrence
They are perfectly reliable and actually larger radius (457 mm) and therefore easier to traverse than SL-E491s / SL-492s (304 mm).
I don't see why they should not be acceptable too; let's see what the experts say.
I think heard there were geometry issues with older versions, so if it is second hand it might warrant comprehensive "dry" test running before final fixing and ballasting.
Found it (if the link works).
https://www.009society.com/forum/index.php?topic=3829.msg28743#msg28743
Many thanks to both of you for the reassurance,
I intend purchasing brand new track - again trying to eliminate as many problems as possible. It has taken me some time to NOT fathom out the differing periods of Peco track and their merits! I have read some adverse reviews but of course the do not always mention the production period.
I can continue forging ahead, if rather slowly.
Thank you,
Lawrence
As mentioned above try and avoid the Peco 009 Y and 12 inch 009 points made before 2010, the geometry is not as good as the later ones made after 2010. (The early ones can be spotted as they have a fishplate at the blade piviot.)
It is also a good idea that you ensure that you follow the electrofrog wireing instructions that Peco supply.
You may also find the electrical switching in all the Peco 009 points is unreliable, I always fit frog polrity switches, others regularly clean the area between the blades and the fixed rails.