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H1000 posted:
MTH RD posted:
The DCS Explorer has a maximum input current of 6A.  It's max output is 5A.  A practical limit for operating trains is around 4.5A average since the current varies constantly.  

 

Can the the DCS Explorer be powered by a DC power pack and what is the maximum recommended input voltage?

 

Yes, you can power the Explorer and track with a DC supply.  A good practical limit is 24VDC. 

And, that said, doing so enhances the overall performance of the system.   Power is power so, higher voltage for the same load (work) results in lower current draw.  Said differently, running the same train(s) at 24VDC compared to 16VDC reduces the current load all through the system.  Less current dissipation is good.  Of course, at the higher voltage you also still have the ~4.5A average current draw and so, much more overall power to run more trains!!  At 24VDC there is over 100 Watts of power available through the DCS Explorer.  

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