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Q. What is the FLEA3?
A. The FLEA3 is a low profile DCC Accessory Decoder and motor used to control the position of a turnout. It eliminates “under the table” mounting.
  
Q. Can the FLEA3 be purchased separately?
A. No, because of tight tolerances required for satisfactory operation, factory installation is required.
  
Q. Do you install the Flea on customer provided switches?
A. No.
  
Q. Does the FLEA3 have the ability to power, or control power to the frog?
A. Yes. It powers the frog automatically.
  
Q. Is there any provision for control by a push button?
A. Yes, the FLEA 3 may be operated by either a DCC controller or a push button.
  
Q. What products is the FLEA 3 available on?
A. The Flea is available on all Walthers HO, Code 83 switches except the 3 way switch.
  
Q. When will you have a FLEA for N gauge?
A. Currently we have no plans for an N gauge FLEA.
  
Q. Can the FLEA3 operate on Loco Net?
A. No, in order to keep the size and price low the FLEA3 is strictly DCC only.
  
Q. Can the FLEA3 operate with any brand of command station?
A. The FLEA3 should operate with any brand of command station but only the following have been tested: Digitrax, MRC, NCE.
  
Q. What is power routing?
A. The inner rails of the outgoing “clear” or “throw” legs are automatically powered by the corresponding switch position.
  
Q. Will the FLEA 3 operate on DC layouts?
A. No. It is designed for DCC powered layouts only.
  
Q. What is your return policy?
A. You can read about our return policy here