I'm using 10x SG90 micro-servos on my n-gauge MPD layout. I've decided to go for an Octopus II controller from Tam Valley Depot. It's yet to arrive but I'll post my findings as I use it. I'll be keeping an eye on what you're up to as well - it seems using servos is gaining interest/popularity.

Regards,

Peter

I'd really recommend the MERG units where you can control the throw of the servos electrically. There are a couple of threads in the p'way section here showing them used on signals. Each board can control 4 servos I believe.

For our club layout Slattocks we'll be trialling an 8 servo board that plugs directly into our CBUS accessory system. We went for CBUS as it had advantages over DCC accessory control and we only need 4 wires going around the layout, 2 control, 2 power.

Thanks for your responses. I will be interested in seeing Peter's findings on the Octopus II, being able to use just one unit for 8 points would be really good - my current setup will require a separate unit for each point and signal. The MERG unit also has good write ups but you need to be a member to purchase them. If necessary I could replace the 2 resistors with 10K potentiometers which would also allow fine control of the throw of the servo.

I will post my findings when I get the components connected together. I wanted to make my Control Panel first (but I may put everything together as described above just to complete the test with a point).