You never mentioned what brand of track your using. I’m not that well versed in sectional track. I know Lionel Fastrack has both manual and electric versions. Big difference in price. If it’s a seldom used switch and not part of the mainline. Would the manual ones work for you ?
There are a lot of things you can save money on in the hobby. I don’t believe trackwork should be one of them. I’m all for saving money and looking for good deals. You will have the layout a long time. Build it the best way possible and sacrifice some other purchases.
