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Need power advice on new layout
« on: November 03, 2020, 07:04:34 pm »
I installed two O gauge tracks that run parallel around the perimeter of my basement and i need help deciding what power I should use. Here are the details:

1. The sizes of each line is roughly 36' x 24' (theres two running parallel)
2. I used Lionel Fastrack
3. The lines are not connected together
4. I only have one CW-80 transformer wired to each line
5. I am using a CAB-2 to control the Legacy trains
6. I can run 3 trains on one line and 2 trains on the second line (not perfect but it works).

So i'm planning on crating multiple "blocks" and connect both lines

Should I purchase one ZW-L transformer which will give me 4 possible blocks or multiple 135 watt bricks for each block?

David

 

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Re: Need power advice on new layout
« Reply #1 on: November 04, 2020, 07:21:55 am »
Djeerd
Hello & Welcome to the Forum!

My advice is to buy the biggest transformer you can afford.
You might make changes in your layout in the future adding more track & trains.
Keep in mind the power draw for your individual trains and whatever accessories you may have/use.
So Go as big as you can... Use lots of feeder lines to insure your voltage is constant.

Happy Rails!
dave
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