i i have a small layout currently running dc control. i am switching to dcc command control and need to know if i have to use insulated rail joiners in at least one place so it is not a continual circle. i am very new to dcc. please help.
If you are just operating on a basic train set loop of track, no insulated joiners are needed.
Len
i am using four turnouts one going to two others making a small yard and one going to an end point for an industry. does that matter? the entire layout is 28" by 60".
Unless you want to be able to completely cut power to a yard lead, or the industrial spur, to store a loco without power, it shouldn't matter. With DCC insulated gaps are mainly an issue with reversing loops and wyes.
Len
thank you len.
On a small layout you shouldn't have to make any changes to your wiring when switching from DC to DCC. I have done this a couple of times without problems.