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Asymair95 posted:

Would like some guidance on which power sources to use for various accessories. The photo above is missing one additional small transformer, so two ZW and two small stand alone transformers. 

I have four separate track runs, so obviously the four ZW handles will be for those. Remaining power requirements will be for

 

twelve 1121 switches, extra transformer so there are no accidental bumbs.

lighting for structures, zw2c (sm right)

animated accessory power zw2b (sm left)

four isolated sidings , zw1 gets two sidings on a toggle from B & two more sidings on a toggle from C. If you use an 3position switch, they are throttle bump "lockouts".

derelict siding with smoking caboose and animated boxcar. extra transfomer, no bumb.

I’m unsure which transformers I should use with each requirement. Was thinking the sidings, and animated accessories should go on the stand alone transformers. Everything else would go on the ZW. Thoughts?

That is how I would've reach for things as a kid

Its really up to you, and maybe the total lights etc. as noted. But that depends on lamp vs extra transfomer wattage.

Bumps are more common on the b&c and I like the idea of all USABLE throttles in one spot, plus they will need the amps.

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