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Reply to "Is this possible? Use a Lionel Postwar (50/ 60’s) toggle controller with Vintage (80/ 90’) O27 track switch"

A simple alternative to Lionel/K-line switches are Marx 1590, 027 or 034 switches, that work work well with a separate power source and  hook up with three wires, one being the common.

They do not use much current as they have no indicator lights, have a low profile and foot print and are inexpensive.

The direction can be determined by looking at the switch, if it can be seen.   One has to remember which directions they are set, if not visible, meaning Marx 1590 switches are not for dummies!  A track diagram control panel helps with memory.

I know none of the above will help with Lionel or K line switches.

Charlie

Happy operator with 31 Marx switches on 44 year old layout

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