Switch type
Frog number
Rail code
Smallest radius 23 inSubstitution radius 24 in
Smallest is the tightest curve through the turnout. Substitution is the curve it can stand in for on a track plan.
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Print it at full size
If it prints even a little small, your turnout won't fit your ties. Three quick checks:
- ● Actual size○ Fit to pagePick "Actual size" or "100%"It's in your print window, under Scale or Page sizing.
- Fit to pageShrink to fitNever "Fit to page"It shrinks the template to fit the paper, so it comes out too small.
- Check the 2 inch barLay a ruler on the bar at the bottom of the page. It should measure exactly 2 inches.
What else you'll need for the N #6
QuickSticksQuickSticks Laser Cut Ties For N, #6 TurnoutsThe wood ties, laser cut to fit.View
CopperHeadCopperHead N Scale PC Board Turnout Ties - 1/32"The PC board ties the rails solder to.View
TieBreakerTieBreaker PC Board Cutting Tool For N, #6 TurnoutsCuts the PC ties to length.View
FixtureN Scale, #6 Turnout Assembly Fixture for Micro Engineering 40 RailHolds every rail while you solder.View
Watch how it's built
Our 12-step video series takes you through building a turnout with a Fast Tracks fixture, start to finish.
- 1Pre-forming the guardrails4:52
- 2Pre-building the frog point9:47
- 3Hinged vs. fixed points3:41
- 4Adding the PC board ties8:21
- 5Preparing and installing the stock rails9:26
- 6Preparing and installing the switch points9:59
- 7Installing the guardrails4:58
- 8Installing the frog points9:23
- 9Installing the throwbar5:38
- 10Cleaning the trackwork4:18
- 11Gluing the trackwork to QuickSticks9:48
- 12Cutting the gaps in the rail7:40
