Question about the 022 switches

The non-derailing feature insulates the outside rails.  To run your two loops from different power sources you need to insulate the center rails from each other.

Hi,

   So it is possible to have two trains running through the switches and not have to use the remote control to ensure that the trains would not derail?

   Thank you,

     Kevin

Yes, you can connect the switches together so that when the train on the inside line enters either switch the non-derailing feature will also throw the other switch so that when the train crosses the common section of track it will stay on the inside line. Also, if the train on the outside line gets there first it will throw both switches so it stays on the outside line. That said, how you power the common section of track between the switches is up to you. I'd insulate the center rail and connect a single-pole double throw toggle switch to it so you could flip power back and forth between the outer and inner lines.  

Hey those engines look familiar. lol. I hope you are enjoying them very much. They look to fit in well on your layout

Hi,

   Thank you for the feed back and information. I am extending my layout by a couple of feet, once that is done I will wire things up and test.  Michael, yes those engines run well on the layout, eventyually I will track down some period correct passenager cars.

   Thanks,

     Kevin