INSTALLATION KIT FOR THE ARGYLE LOCO
NSWGR. "C-38" LIVE STEAM LOCO. Mar 1st 2018
Remote Control Systems (RCS)
is pleased to announce our new 2.4 GHz DUAL USE DSM2 TX-1, TX-3, TX-5, TX-7 & TX-9 pocket sized hand piece for Live Steam locos.
RCS TX's are marked CE and are FCC compliant but not tested or approved.
RCS TX's are marked CE and are FCC compliant but not tested or approved.
PHOTO COURTESY OF ARGYLE LOCOMOTIVE WORKS.
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COMPLETE R/C KIT FROM ONLY A$222 (plus postage)
Kit comprises;
1 x # DU-Tx1 basic 3 channel 2.4 Ghz DSM2 handpiece,
1 x AB-EM Auto bind RX. (Diversity Antennas).
1 x Hi-Tec HS65mg servo,
1 x # SIG-REV Servo Reverser.
1 x ON-OFF switch w/charge lead.
1 x 4 cell "Flat Pack" AA battery holder,
1 x # SL-6-EX servo extension lead. (Loco to tender connection).
Please note. This kit controls just the steam regulator.
Direction is set by the screw reverser in the loco. For R/C control of the reversing, extra parts will be needed.
Contact RCS for advice. At present a reverser kit is not available.
Ideas for mounting servos in 1:32 scale Gauge # 1 locos.
Click here. Courtesy of Ryan Bednarik.
ALL PARTS ARE AVAILABLE SEPARATELY.
You can order suitable dry cells or rechargeable batteries separately.
A charger is available for Australian customers.
Servo reversers are not needed with the C38.
Loco is supplied by Argyle with suitable metal servo mounting brackets.
1 x 4 cell "Flat Pack" AA battery holder,
1 x # SL-6-EX servo extension lead. (Loco to tender connection).
Please note. This kit controls just the steam regulator.
Direction is set by the screw reverser in the loco. For R/C control of the reversing, extra parts will be needed.
Contact RCS for advice. At present a reverser kit is not available.
Ideas for mounting servos in 1:32 scale Gauge # 1 locos.
Click here. Courtesy of Ryan Bednarik.
ALL PARTS ARE AVAILABLE SEPARATELY.
You can order suitable dry cells or rechargeable batteries separately.
A charger is available for Australian customers.
| C38 KIT STEAM "A" (W/Tx) |
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| A$ 222 | ||
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| C38 KIT STEAM "B" (No Tx) |
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| A$ 101 | ||
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Loco is supplied by Argyle with suitable metal servo mounting brackets.
| Model | Price | Image | Description |
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| RCS DU-Tx-1 3 Ch 2.4 GHz DSM2 TX. 300º knob for 90º control of the steam regulator = much smoother servo control. If fitted, Infinitely adjustable 90º valve gear servo. Set desired direction and cut off. 1 x Full servo movement output (Whistle?). Can also be used with "Centre OFF" & "Low OFF" ESC's for battery R/C. "Low OFF" ESC's operate battery R/C just like you do with live steam. No servo reversing on TX handpiece. (Click the pictures for full information) |
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| DU-TX1 |
$99 |  |
DSM2 3 x CH R/C TX For controlling Live Steam locos. Same as our earlier TX-1 in a new smaller case. In Stock. pdf instructions |
| MANUAL BINDING DSM2 RX's. Low cost 5 Channel DSM2 2.4 Ghz RX. Disable Failsafe. Turn off TX to cruise at last servo setting. N.B. Twin antennas need to be exposed for maximum range. |
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| EM-DIV |
$29(L) |  |
Long Range Xenon w/Diversity antennas. RX can be in metal loco body with the shielded antenna tips exposed. End Mount pins. |
| Model | Price | Image | Description |
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| ON - OFF SWITCH & BATTERY HOLDER. Plug and socket connections included in kit. |
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HT-7215
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$10 (L) |
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Hi-Channel ON-OFF switch with standard 3 position 2 wire connections.
Includes an externally accessible charger lead. |
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4-AA-FLO
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$ 6 (L) |  |
Holds 4 x AA size batteries in a FLat Open format. Flat holder for under roof etc.
With standard RX battery plug. |
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SL-6-Ex
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$3 (L) |  |
6" extension servo lead. Used where RX is separated from the servos. EG Tender locos.
Simplifies uncoupling tender from loco. |
| SERVO supplied in kit. | |||
| HS-65MG |
$49 |
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Hi-Tec® mini servo with metal gears for long life. Servo recommended by Accucraft for the C38. |
| SERVOS BRACKETS IN STOCK. Made by Small Parts CNC in the USA. Aluminium is drilled & tapped. Screws supplied. Holes drilled and screws supplied or flat sticking surface for mounting in a loco. |
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| 9g-S-Brack |
A$ 11 (L) |  |
Suits HXT900, TP SG90, HiTec HS-55, HiTec HS-65MG, HiTec HS-65HB & Airtronics 94809. Sold in pairs. |
| Model | Price | Image | Description |
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| BATTERIES. Sold separately. |
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SB2423
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$ 4 (L) |
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LOW COST QUALITY
9 volt PP3 Alkaline batteries for TX handpieces. |
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S4955B
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$ 4 (L) |  |
LOW COST QUALITY
1.5 volt AA Alkaline batteries pack of 4. |
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LSD-AA
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$28 (L) |  |
Pack of 4 x fully charged AA ENELOOP
2,000 mah LSD hybrid batteries. Ideal if you plan on using AA size battery holders. |
| CHARGER FOR Rx BATTERIES. | |||
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Rx-CHARGER
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$29 |  |
Mains powered 4.8 volt Rx battery charger.
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COMING SOON
INFORMATION ON CONVERTING THE ELECTRIC C38 TO BATTERY R/C.
INFORMATION ON CONVERTING THE ELECTRIC C38 TO BATTERY R/C.