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Discussion Boards => General Discussion => Topic started by: TrainArts on December 03, 2009, 05:18:08 PM

Title: HELP, voltage for Bachmann turnouts?
Post by: TrainArts on December 03, 2009, 05:18:08 PM
OK, I know this is probably a dumb question, I just can't find a good answer anywhere online, plus my EZ-Track manual doesn't seem to address this, so here I go...

After playing with model trains for years now, for the first time I want to wire up the remote switch on a DC turnout.

I assume it runs off the AC accessory connection on my cheapie Bachmann throttle, is that right? 16V AC?

Thanks for anyone who can help.

Jim
Title: Re: HELP, voltage for Bachmann turnouts?
Post by: ABC on December 03, 2009, 06:41:13 PM
Yes you can use the AC.
Title: Re: HELP, voltage for Bachmann turnouts?
Post by: Jim Banner on December 03, 2009, 10:13:18 PM
The answer to your question is anywhere from 12 to 18 volts, ac or dc.

Whatever the voltage and type of current, it must be applied only for a short time.  Continuous application of power will damage the switch motor quite quickly.

Jim
Title: Re: HELP, voltage for Bachmann turnouts?
Post by: TrainArts on December 04, 2009, 12:15:47 PM
Thanks so much!
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