I am currently trying to construct an operating gate for a private siding - I have the gate which has a pivot long enough to go through the baseboard but have drawn a blank on any kits or mechanisms designed to allow operation of the gate to turn through about 90'.
I was wondering if anyone knows of such a device or where any plans on constructing your own simple set up could be found? I am a bit loathed to try and invent something that may well already exist!
My current thinking is if not - would it be possible to adapt the kind of mechanism/motor kit that is available for the Peco turntable fitted with micro switches to allow the motor to stop when the gate reached its open and closed points.
I have tried trawling the net for devices for level crossing gates etc but apart from modern style lifting barriers there seems to be a gap in the market.
Any ideas would be gratefully received.
I was wondering if anyone knows of such a device or where any plans on constructing your own simple set up could be found? I am a bit loathed to try and invent something that may well already exist!
My current thinking is if not - would it be possible to adapt the kind of mechanism/motor kit that is available for the Peco turntable fitted with micro switches to allow the motor to stop when the gate reached its open and closed points.
I have tried trawling the net for devices for level crossing gates etc but apart from modern style lifting barriers there seems to be a gap in the market.
Any ideas would be gratefully received.