https://blog.model-train-help.com/2010/10/amps-for-engines.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=amps-for-engines Model railroads and model trains Thu, 22 Nov 2012 02:57:27 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://blog.model-train-help.com/2010/10/amps-for-engines.html#comment-881 Fri, 15 Oct 2010 01:28:11 +0000 http://68.171.208.138/~blogmode/2010/10/amps-for-the-engines.html#comment-881 Hi Les,
Depending upon the age of each loco, (some older loco’s could pull up to 0.5amps), I recommend separate transformers for lights & DCC control. On my own layout I run separate power sources for accessories (lighting etc), all controlled turnout motors, & the actual DCC control unit. Any short circuits in one, will not affect the others. Also, by utilizing separate power sources, you can reduce the voltage level to your lighting buss so as to reduce unrealistic brightness, conserve light bulbs or adjust for LEDs
If you are using Peco turnout motors, each one will draw about 3 amps momentarily. So, don’t be later disappointed, use dedicated power sources
Cheers
Ian

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