{"product_id":"tortoise-switch-machine","title":"Tortoise Switch Machine | Slow-Motion Turnout Control","description":"\u003cli\u003eTortoise Switch Machine is a slow-motion switch machine designed for reliable operation of model railroad turnouts. The Circuitron Tortoise Slow-Motion Switch Machine measures 2 inches x 2 inches x 3 1\/4 inches and features a simple under-layout mounting design with all necessary linkage included. Its compact enclosed construction makes it suitable for installation beneath a model railroad layout while keeping the operating mechanism protected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe Tortoise Switch Machine is designed with a low current draw, using approximately 4 mA during operation and 15–16 mA at stall. The motor stalls at each end of the throw, eliminating the need for cutoff contacts. This design provides a straightforward approach to operating switch points while reducing the need for additional components in the installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eA precision-engineered gear-drive mechanism provides the slow-motion movement needed for realistic turnout operation. The gear-drive design is engineered as an alternative to screw-drive switch machines and provides controlled movement of the switch points. The mechanism also maintains constant tension on the switch points, helping keep them firmly positioned during operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe enclosed construction and included linkage make the Tortoise Switch Machine a practical choice for model railroaders building new layouts or adding reliable turnout control to an existing layout. Its slow-motion operation, low current requirements, and under-layout mounting design make it well suited to detailed model railroad applications.\u003c\/li\u003e","brand":"Circuitron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6057139460,"sku":"800-6000","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/5102\/products\/800-6000b.jpg?v=1444255488","url":"https:\/\/docscaboose.biz\/products\/tortoise-switch-machine","provider":"Doc's Caboose, Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}