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Thank you for providing the Voltage Drop Calculator.

I'm now persuaded to use 14 AWG, Stranded wire (and not 16 Gauge) for the track power (including the track bus lines).  The Voltage Drop Calculator says I should go with 14 gauge.  In re-reading some comments on this Forum, the common advice is--whenever in doubt--to go with the larger gauge as well.

I also saw some other comments recommending MTW stranded wire for this application.  Stands for Machine Tool Wire.  One reason is that it is apparently a little more flexible.

I checked on prices from different sources.  I found what appears to be a good price at wireandcableyourway.com (Wire & Cable Your Way).  14 AWG, Type MTW wire, 41 strand.  250 ft is $29.50 and 500 ft. is $59.00.  Before shipping cost.  Lots of different colors to choose from.

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