Apollo Duet Controller w/- Power Adaptor
Apollo Duet Controller w/- Power Adaptor
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"Best controller I've ever used" - James Campbell
Velvet smooth and whisper quiet to use, these controllers give you sheer precision in the control of your locomotives.
- Machined Metal Knobs
- Bidirectional speed control, large size, easy to use
- Over 500 speed steps in each direction (DCC is only 128)
- Dual Track Output, switchable between controllers
- Short Circuit Indicators
- Requires 12VDC Adaptor with 2.5mm jack (included)
- ESD and Transient Suppression
- Easy to install, easy to use
- Designed for precision control of non-DCC locomotives
- Inbuilt momentum for realistic operation
- Incredible slow speed running and shunting
- Smooth acceleration and deceleration - no sudden stops
- Coreless motor compatible (tested with Rapido)
- Status/Power LED (built in to power button)
- Up to 3 Amp drive capability per train (with an appropriate power pack)
- Thermal shutdown during overload/short-circuit conditions (normal operation resumes once fault is corrected)
- Short circuit LEDs lets you know when there is a layout fault
- Electrostatic discharge (ESD) and transient voltage suppression
- Semi-matte black colour with red LEDs
- 3 mm mounting holes for mounting on layout or in control panel
- Mount in a control panel or directly in your baseboard
- Designed in Australia
Customer Reviews
I’ve been using the new Duet model railway controller for a few weeks now, and I have to say I’m really impressed. The first thing you notice is how solid and well-built it feels. The black finish and metal controls make it look like a piece of high-end audio gear. It actually looks good sitting on the layout, which is a nice change from the usual toy-like controllers.
What really sets it apart, though, is how flexible it is. You get two controllers, and you can assign either one to either track output, or isolate them entirely just by flipping a switch. It’s perfect for a layout with multiple sections or when you want to hand off control between operators.
It also has proper short circuit detection, which works exactly as you’d want: fast and clean, without blowing fuses or frying anything. I was also pleased to see it has transient suppression built in. It might not be something everyone thinks about, but it definitely makes a difference, especially if you’re running older motors. Everything runs a bit smoother and quieter.
The controls are a joy to use. They’ve got a nice weight and resistance to them - very precise, not the loose or plastic feel you get with some controllers. Speed control is smooth and consistent.
All up, the Duet feels like it was designed by someone who actually uses model trains. It’s practical, great to use, and looks fantastic. Easily one of the best DC controllers I’ve come across in years.
Customer Reviews
I’ve been using the new Duet model railway controller for a few weeks now, and I have to say I’m really impressed. The first thing you notice is how solid and well-built it feels. The black finish and metal controls make it look like a piece of high-end audio gear. It actually looks good sitting on the layout, which is a nice change from the usual toy-like controllers.
What really sets it apart, though, is how flexible it is. You get two controllers, and you can assign either one to either track output, or isolate them entirely just by flipping a switch. It’s perfect for a layout with multiple sections or when you want to hand off control between operators.
It also has proper short circuit detection, which works exactly as you’d want: fast and clean, without blowing fuses or frying anything. I was also pleased to see it has transient suppression built in. It might not be something everyone thinks about, but it definitely makes a difference, especially if you’re running older motors. Everything runs a bit smoother and quieter.
The controls are a joy to use. They’ve got a nice weight and resistance to them - very precise, not the loose or plastic feel you get with some controllers. Speed control is smooth and consistent.
All up, the Duet feels like it was designed by someone who actually uses model trains. It’s practical, great to use, and looks fantastic. Easily one of the best DC controllers I’ve come across in years.