I'll be going to the Big E show in Springfield in a couple of weeks and looking for a 12-14 vac source of power to run some accessories on my layout.
I was thinking about picking up a used Lionel Z or V transformer to fill the bill. I should be able to fit a dvm in my pocket. Other than the obvious, like a cracked or frayed cord, is there anything in particular that I should be looking for, or wary of, in these units ?
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Just saw a video on FB about a 12v 200amp AC power supply sold by Menard's. Supposedly has a super fast circuit breaker built in. Think they said it was 50 bucks.
Jim
Many accessories will run as well on DC. I have my 394 rotary Beacon and my 455 Oil Derrick run on DC. I have two old Slot Car DC power packs that I use for some accessories and signals. You might look in the boxes under the tables to see if you can find one for a cheap price.
Steve
I use 28 VAC center tapped transformers. Each provides two 14 VAC outputs. I power all my switches and accessories from these transformers.
shorling posted:I use 28 VAC center tapped transformers. Each provides two 14 VAC outputs. I power all my switches and accessories from these transformers.
Interesting - do they come with an input cord and plug into regular house current ?
What is the max current draw on each output ? Price and source ?
Thanks.
Richie C. posted:I'll be going to the Big E show in Springfield in a couple of weeks and looking for a 12-14 vac source of power to run some accessories on my layout.
I was thinking about picking up a used Lionel Z or V transformer to fill the bill. I should be able to fit a dvm in my pocket. Other than the obvious, like a cracked or frayed cord, is there anything in particular that I should be looking for, or wary of, in these units ?
You should look inside for any obvious damage.
Richie C. posted:shorling posted:I use 28 VAC center tapped transformers. Each provides two 14 VAC outputs. I power all my switches and accessories from these transformers.
Interesting - do they come with an input cord and plug into regular house current ?
What is the max current draw on each output ? Price and source ?
Thanks.
The transformers I used don't have line cords. They are common transformers available from electronic supply houses. The are manufactured in various sizes (watts). Mine output 8-10 amps per leg. I enclosed 2 transformers in a hobby box, added a line cord, fuses and output terminal blocks.
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