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14ft X 14ft track power?
« on: May 07, 2024, 12:43:14 am »
Hi, another new guy here...  Large track question.

I plan to install a train shelf that goes around the perimeter of the ceiling of a room.  14ft x 14ft.
HO scale.

I have little train knowledge.  I do know how to measure and calculate Volts, Amps, Ohms, Watts, and how to use a multi-meter.

Will a normal HO train set supply enough power for a loop this big? 

Or do I need to add another power supply? 

Thanks.

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Re: 14ft X 14ft track power?
« Reply #1 on: July 11, 2024, 08:44:35 am »
Hello.
Your power supply should be enough.
You will probably want to add an extra feeder line or two so you have steady power around the loop.

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