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THE D&E TORPEDO SYSTEM

The system consists of several components which

make it very versatile to both pocket and boat, as one
can purchase a bare minimal system, firing just one
torpedo, and then as funds etc. become available,
extend the system to suit the boat.
The weapons are gas fired and PROPEL-ed! If you
carry Propel or gas on board, then you can simply tap
into the gas tank to energize your torpedo system. If
not, you need to install a miniature gas tank.
The LAUNCHERS are special tubes that contain and
release the torpedo. These are available separately. The GAS VALVES are attached to the
LAUNCHERS and are operated by the CONTROLLER which opens the valve momentarily,
allowing sufficient gas to enter the tube, ejecting the torpedo.
The CONTROLLER will operate up to TEN
torpedo tubes electronically. It is directly
connected to the RECEIVER and to each
electronically operated GAS VALVE.
The MANIFOLD units distribute the gas
from the main reservoir to each individual
LAUNCHER.
A PARTICULATE FILTER is required in the gas
line to protect the VALVES.
A MOUNTING PLATE will be a later addition for
several models. This precision plate can be placed
into a precise position inside the hull and the
torpedo tubes will align perfectly.
Five Valves Mounted to a 6 gang Manifold

Here you can see the Mounting Plate added to a Revell Gato Model.

You can get started by buying the basic system

which comprises
1 x CONTROLLER
1 x LAUNCHER
3 x TORPEDOES
1 x 2 Shot MANIFOLD
1 x PARTICULATE FILTER
1 x VALVE
$ 345.00

Additional Equipment
2 shot MANIFOLD = $40
4 shot MANIFOLD = $50
8 shot MANIFOLD = $70
1 x GAS TANK = $49
5 x TORPEDOES = $75
1 x PARTICULATE FILTER = $8
1 x LAUNCHER with Solenoid Valve= $170
2 x LAUNCHER with Solenoid Valve = $315
1 X VALVE = $64

New basic 1:72 torpedo kit $130

This basic kit works mechanically, rather than using the electronic controller and solenoid valves
of the multiple systems. Using a standard servo, the Breach-block on the Launcher is retracted,
releasing the weapon. A 3 position toggle switch on the transmitter is used to fire 2 launchers
from one servo. i.e. left = fire #1, center = off, right = fire #2.
These Mechanical Launchers are not compatible with the Electronic Launchers with Solenoid
Valves. The advantage of Electronic Launchers being the flexibility of running gas lines, and the
micro size of the valves, rather than the bulkier servos and less flexible push-rods. This would be
especially useful in boats like the Revell VII if all torpedo tubes were to be operated.
The Kit comprises:
1 x Mechanical Launcher
3 x Torpedoes
1 x Standard Servo
1 x 1/16" Push-rod Seal
Cost $130.00
Mike Caswell mike@caswellplating.com