NEW PRODUCT !! Speed Stick for model trains
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ก.พ. 2025
- www.modeltrain...
The Model Train Technology™ Speed Stick™ is a portable and highly accurate speed measuring device for model trains from Z to G gauge. It is small enough to sit on the side of the track and comes with a built-in 500mAh rechargeable lithium battery. The Speed Stick can be run on the battery or can be plugged into a USB-C cable to run on any 5V phone charger! There are no batteries to replace!
The Speed Stick uses our Precision Detector technology which is extremely fast and is precise to 1mm. We do not use reflective IR sensing. As a result, the Speed Stick is immune to changes in ambient light conditions. It will work outdoor and in a completely darkened room. Our Auto-Ranging mode is built in. This allow you to set the sensor range to the edge of the first rail of your track so that it will ignore objects (or trains) that are just beyond the track of the train you want to measure. The maximum range is 150mm (5.5”) from the from sensor side of the Speed Stick.
Scales supported:
220 Z
160 N
87 HO
64 S
48 O
22.5. G
220 Z
148 NK UK N
120 TT
76 OO UK
43.5. OK O UK
45 OE O Europe
Very glad to see a replacement for the now discontinued Accutrack 2.
I'm really glad that this is available since we cannot get the accutrack version anymore. I really love the available functionalities on it.
My Speed Stick arrived and is already in place! Configuration is simple per the video and instructions - I changed mine to read km/h for N scale with a couple clicks of the button. The display is bright and easy to read - overall a super product!
Thanks! We hope you enjoy it.
I know a lot of 1/32 and 1/24 scale slot car guys would love to have something like this, especially the drag racers.
This will be so handy for speed matching! :)
just in time for the holidays . ordered !
Thanks!!
Wow! What an amazing gadget. Can't wait to get one
Thanks!!
Very cool! Ordered one before the video even finished!
Super cool! Nice piece for data on your model railroad!
Thank you!
Awesome stuff man. DEFINITELY going to recommend to my train club.
Awesome, thank you!
Beautiful Instrument for Railroad modelers ! You made it very reliable, and simple. Thank you very much. Ita has a name of a Deodorant, but that is not important. Just to comment the issue. Thank you. I will try to find one,.
We are glad you like it!
Thank you for all your hard work making N scale great! Merry Christmas
Thanks! Merry Christmas to you too!
Great for slot car tracks also!
Just ordered mine… For years I've been trying to figure out a speedometer for N Scale T-Trak modules I could measure both tracks in both directions with. This may not be inexpensive, but it's exactly what I need. I will put a building flat on the near side of the module and have the display visible through a window. Looking forward to playing with it! 😎👍 🚄
That's a great way to use it!
Dammit.... Take my money!! Just ordered it, Merry Christmas to me!!
Thanks SR. Chief!!!! JL
Very cool. Please go to Amherst show. Would buy onsite there for sure.
Sorry, we don't have a strong desire to be in Springfield in January. It's also a massive effort for a small company and January is our busiest month.
Hardly a massive effort. Lots of small MRR companies go and it's well worth it
Well this is great! Looks like I'm getting one!
Great! Thank you!
Great I need to buy this
Thank you! We think you will love it.
I Ordered mine right after watching this video and im looking forward to checking this thing out. I do have a question though. Will you be sending an email notification when you ship the item out? Thank you. - Jason
Yes.
If this device helps encourage more realistic dynamics (speeds) then I'm all for it.
BTW - I just scanned your website at the link - wow. Some really cool stuff. PLEASE tell me that you are also developing 'Dead Rail' Battery, remote control systems for N Scale. I am sooo wanting to go there and drop all the complexities of hot rails/wiring, track maintenance, etc. Cheers and Thanks for sharing.
We are staying away from control systems - way too many other projects to tackle!
Great invention.
If you could add OO gauge (76.1 : 1) for direct answers, you could sell quite a few for us British modellers. (Meanwhile, I can convert as the website doesn't yet have the calculators.)
We'll have the Widgets adjusted tomorrow; check back in 24 hours!
Aside from 1:76, what other British scales are used? We could easily make a UK version
@ModelTrainTechnology British O scale is1:43.5 and European O scale is 1:45 as per the Wikipedia entry for O scale.
@@ModelTrainTechnology In the UK there's also TT(1) scale 1:120 that is also a common European scale. The problem with any UK or European version will be the additional shipping and customs charges.
1) TT, from the original name Table Top. Not to be confused with the microscopicly tiny T scale (runs on 3mm gauge track, scale about 1:500?). T is for Three like N is for Nine.
@@ModelTrainTechnology I will be glad to.
Fascinating!
So cool! Ordered!
Thank you!
This is great. Any plans on making some kind of "kit" that can go over it (a building, or whatever) to allow semi-permanent placement of this within a layout?
How about camouflaging it behind trees or foliage?
Very Cool!
Thanks!
I would put that usb port on one or both sides for easier access¹ (and maybe even linking 2 _or more_ sticks together over greater distances) and see if I could make it send the data to a pc/mac over usb or bluetooth so you can monitor and log it so it adds extra value on larger setups
¹= instead of on/off switch use a 3 mode switch: off/battery/direct power with direct power mode taking the battery out of the loop so there's no risk of over charging
I don't know if it would be a lot of hassle but it should be possible without the stick 'growing' too much or getting unnecessary complex (could sell it as 'pro' version)
We purposely removed the end facing USB because a cable there on the layout would be unsightly. The bottom facing is so a cable can be fed UP through the layout. The battery lasts an entire day and the charger is smart - no need to worry about over charging. It's all automatic. If you plug the cable in, the battery is digitally disconnected. We have other products in the pipeline that will allow more options and connectivity.
@@ModelTrainTechnology
Nice! Would it be possible then to install it in a building adjacent to the track with display visible thru a window - and the unit & pwr cable hidden?
Any way you like as long as it is within 5.5" of the train.
Wonderful, been wanting something for G scale. Do you think it will outside in the shade ? Southern California sun? You are always so clever thank you for making the hobby better
We have another version n the works for G scale; bigger, remote display.
Very cool
Thanks!!
Will you be making these for installation in a more permanent setting with external power supply and a remote readout? Having a selectable/scaleable output would also be very useful perhaps along the lines of 0-10 VDC or 4-20mA.
That's the plan!
@@ModelTrainTechnology That means we should not buy now!
There will be a remote display (Add on) for the Speed Stick.(coming soon) . And other cool options.
Wish they'd do a closeup of the screen displaying the speed.
The instructional video coming out soon will have more close ups.
Is there an interface to allow the readings to be transferred to a computer and into automation software such as iTrain to provide automatic speed profiles?
We have plans for this type of thing.
Yes! This would be my use case too, speed profiling is extremely time consuming but saves so much complexity on the layout when it comes to complete (and safe!) automation.
Smart!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
LOL!!
Can I mount it under the layout?
N Scale layout, track is on 3/4" plywood, so less than 5.5" to the bottom of the locmotives. How big a hole would I need to drill?
I wrote this before I realized the speed is displayed on the speed stick. Is there a way to remote the speed readout?
There will be a new product that allows remote display.
@@ModelTrainTechnology I look forward to that announcement.
👍
I'm curious about the built in battery.
Eventually all batteries need replaced. Is that something the end user will be able to replace, or is it buried inside the case and has to be sent back when the battery won't hold a charge anymore.
The battery can be replaced by the customer. The battery has a plug inside to make this simple. 8 screws to remove the cover. Would take about 5 min tops with no special skills or equipment.
Could this device used to calculate speeds of slot cars? That would be a market for this device.
never tried but you can use the micro second calculator and then use our online widget to calculate speed.
Should work fine if slots are ho scale.
Are you using 1:24 or 1:32?
How does one set the scale to be measured?
The pushbutton selects the scale and the options.
This thing is amazing! Do you ship world wide? I'm in the Netherlands and would love to own one of these.
Yes we do. We ship to most EU countries.
Looks great! Will this work in a curve? Also what is the speed range?
A curve will shorten the distance between sensors relative to the train travel, thus, the reading will be off.
Very good! Will it work for T gauge 1:450 scale without much adjustment?
T is not on our list.
Very interesting gadget like to knw moe about it, i coul use one
Thanks! We're always trying to make model railroading better.
Well, I'm modelling UK OO scale and German, Italian and Polish HO : I need two of this due to the difference. No possibility to have OO and HO on the same system ?
There will be a "B" set of scales to include Europe.
Would you like to review this list:
USA
220 Z
160 N
87 HO
64 S
48 O
22.5 G
OTHER:
450 T
220 Z
148 NK UK N
120 TT
76 OO UK
43.5 OK O UK
45 OE O Europe
For the RR modeler who has it all.
We hope so!
A few question as a potential European costumer:
-can it load the battery with 230V
-will this be offered with some of the big model train stores like Lombardhobbies or Trainworld? (It is easy to make bigger orders with many items to save money in shipping?)
If you have a 5V USB charger, then yes. We only sell direct.
Looks fantastic but are going to get dealers in Canada , checked your web site could get very expensive to ship from the USA a dealer would be great
We only sell direct. We ship using USPS and there is a $9.95 prepaid duties option for Canada that will save you money.
@ ok are you going to Springfield next year , I will check it out
With N gauge having 1:160, 1:150 and 1:148 depending on where you are. Japan uses 1:150, USA and continental Europe do 1:160 uk N gauge is 1:148.
Is it programmable for this?
We do support UK scale but not Japan.
220 Z
160 N
87 HO
64 S
48 O
22.5 G
450 T
220 Z
148 NK UK N
120 TT
76 OO UK
43.5 OK O UK
45 OE O Europe
Does it do the UK's 'odd' 00 scale ?
we'll have a B set of scales in the unit.
cool
Will these be available in the UK
Yes. Please read the text in the product description about international shipments.
www.modeltraintechnology.com/product/speed-stick/
We’re to buy in Belgium? What’s the kost?
Yes. Please read the text in the product description about international shipments.
www.modeltraintechnology.com/product/speed-stick/
Is it available in UK
We only sell direct.
what are the ramifications for DCC users ?
Meaning?
So this will work with O gauge?
Yes, built in.
Wow, that is probably the saddest and most geeky item of technology I've seen in a long while ... BUT ... I also think it's absolutely brilliant because I too am a total geek!!!!
LOL!!
Is this available in Europe?
We only sell direct. For many EU countries we can ship directly. Otherwise, yo can us myUS.com and they will ship for you (necessary for UK customers)
@@ModelTrainTechnology ok thanks
Simple is better. You are going to sell a million of these
欲しい
じゃあ買ってください。（私たちは日本語を話します）
Is it AFFORDABLE 😮
Yes, very. $125 includes everything.
Dont know why anyone would buy this.Very easy to do with timer on phone.ie.00 scale is 21 metres ish 23 yards.ish. uk mile.So if 1 minute to travel .train is moving 60 mile per hour.if it takes 45 seconds.its 90 mile per hour.Etc do the maths.Get a piece of string ie 21 metres and mark starting point with item.at end with another item.remove string and have fun timing and logging at different speed steps or power dc.do the maths.I had great fun logging all my locomotives unloaded and loaded.
Seriously?
You had it in MPH and then switched it to KM, you said it now has a faster speed, i think you mean a higher number. The speed was never changed with the power supply.
I meant that indicated value (in Kph) will be higher.
The price is a tad steep. $125.00 A I bet it’s made in china.
its NOT made in China, its made in Orlando Florida.
@ that is good to know. Do you sell your O scale signals without the controller? If so I will buy a few.