Small G Scale Turntable

[MAURIELGB]

Hi All,
I am contemplating converting an ATLAS HO turntable to G Scale Track. A 300 MM section of LGB track will overlay the HO track and the HO track will be covered with media of some description so it will not be visible, The Turntable will only be for LGB STAINZ locos so 300mm in track Diameter will be enough. The ATLAS turntable I have is powered and indexes so I will be able to use 4 or 5 of the indexed stops. The turntable has a motor housing, the track length of 300mm will foul on the structure so I will not be be able to rotate 360 degrees, this is not an issue. I would prefer a turntable to a sector plate. Has anyone any ideas, built something similar, pics, ETC. Regards and thanks to all, MAURIELGB

 

[Paul M]

The large size of the locomotives may be to much for the bearings.

 

[PhilP]

I assume this will be inside? - I doubt the original would fair well outside.

If for occasional use, it may be fine.
I don't know the item, does it have some kind of support around the edge? - This will take much of the weight, so may need occasional light lubrication, and keeping an eye on for wear.

PhilP.

 

[MAURIELGB]

The turntable will be fori nside use only, I haven't had a look inside it to see what supports the the actual turntable, I am going to use the turntable to store locos on the layout rather than in boxes, more for visual effect and occasional use. I guess I will have to take a look inside the turntable to see what supports it. As the LGB 300mm track is longer than the turntable track, I intend to have a quite close tolerance beneath the track and the layout board so there's no 'rocking' to and from, I have also considered incorporating a 'lazy susan' frame on the outer edge of the track for support If I can find one of the right size. Regards MAURIE.

 

[PhilP]

The 'Lazy Susan' sounds like a good solution.

Let us know how you get on.

PhilP.

 

[dunnyrail]

Lazy Susans can make good ‘handrolic turntables, here is mine on my G3 layout. I have used Plasticard to make the edges, just needs Coffee Stirrer decking planks fitting now.

 

[GAP]

I have 2 lazy susan based turntables both 90mm long. one is used to run locos onto and off of storage cassettes.

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[Jasper]

I have a disused Lazy Susan lying in wait, in case I ever build an indoor layout.

But I hope I'll have the garden layout for many years to come, so Susan may have to exert some patience....

 

[PhilP]

I have one of these lurking..
Designed for a planter, and outside.

Look's a lot like the item @dunnyrail is using?

PhilP.

 

[MAURIELGB]

Thanks a lot for the ideas and info, I will be haunting my local hardware stores to see what I can find. When I start the project I wil Post pics, Thanks again Maurie.

 

[Zerogee]

Those little black rotary platforms are sold everywhere, for all sorts of uses - I've seen them advertised for spray painting (which I use one for), for cake decoration and for myriad other uses. Do check around if you want one, because loads of places sell them, but prices can vary according to what "specialised" use they are being sold for - even though the product in the packaging is exactly the same!

Phil's example at £2.99 looks a very good deal!

Jon.

 

[MAURIELGB]

Thanks Jon, he rotary platforms seem like a good idea, I will have to see if they are available in Australia, Regards Maurie

 

[GAP]

Thanks Jon, he rotary platforms seem like a good idea, I will have to see if they are available in Australia, Regards Maurie

Not available in Aust but this alternative might work

2Spray 260mm Rotating Turntable we

• Rotate turntable to easily paint all sides of the object being painted• 260mm diameter• Slip resistant surface Uses:• Sculpting - clay or modelling putty• For airbrushing models• Cake decorating

www.luminsworkshop.com

2Spray Rotating Turntable 260mm Dia

Shop model kits, cars, hobby paints and supplies. RC Planes and Cars. In-store and online, pickup available. Brisbane’s largest hobby store.

hobbyrama.com.au

https://www.hearnshobbies.com/products/2spray-rotating-turntable-260mm-diameter?srsltid=AfmBOorZnZ8YqHtkuW8nqcFPwQghm_TC48V4a9AkUnfjZoUy8-3tSs2Y

 

[Zerogee]

My point exactly - this is precisely the same product, out of the same factory (probably in China) but being sold at a much higher price because it's a "hobby product"...

Jon.

 

[PhilP]

 

[dunnyrail]

Thanks Jon, he rotary platforms seem like a good idea, I will have to see if they are available in Australia, Regards Maurie

I got mine in a cheepo shop (UK pound) perhaps a 1€ your way or these days a little more, trouble is those shops tend to have rotating stick.

 

[GAP]

I'm going to look for one at a couple of cheap price shops here, I could use it with my airbrush.

As for pricing and availability.
The Neilsen Rotary Platform (Model CT0415) is not sold directly by local physical retail stores in Australia, as Neilsen Tools is a UK-based brand
3quid is a good price to but one small detail makes it a bit unaffordable "shipping rate available for Australia" EXPRESS WORLDWIDE at £39.10

This is the main reason why I don't buy stuff from overseas even though I like some of the products.

 

[GAP]

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Interesting about the 3 payments option