It would help everyone if you could provide a photo and a better description of the hull. If its a model yacht about 5 feet long it could perhaps be a 10 Rater but I have never heard of a Thames A rater.

Gareth

Another slightly slower Google came up with LINK this company might be able to supply you with all sorts of details / photos.

Edited By Paul T on 06/05/2019 19:15:46

Your question is a little light on specifics, but in general terms you would use a latching RC switch to operate a radar array (motor) and an electronic forward-and-reverse motor speed controller for a winch motor. Frankly I see little point in remotely operating a radar sweep arm because they are usually left turning at all times, so you might just connect them to a manual switch.

Cranes are a law unto themselves as they often require two or three channels, depending on the type and the degree of function you require i.e. traverse, elevate/lower jib and raise/lower hook. They may also use servos or plain geared motors and that choice dictates how the connections are made.

There are a couple of articles about RC switches here **LINK**

Dave M

It seems that the links to the ACTion website aren't working yet so if you send me a private message I can send you copies of the articles.

Edited By Dave Milbourn on 13/06/2019 10:54:33