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Just to check, whats the max voltage this unit should supply to the track when connected to a 5006 transformer? I'm getting 14v with a Stainz running round, is that right? Was expecting nearer to 18v?
LGB 5007 Output Voltage?
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Gizzy
A gentleman, a scholar, and a railway modeller....
Depends on many things.
Are you measuring at the terminals or at the track, where there may be a volts drop.
Also, measure under 'no load' conditions, i.e. no loco on the track.
Is your voltmeter calibrated? Check against a known source like a new battery.
Is your mains supply 230 V ac? There could be a voltage drop if you are running a supply from the house to an outbuilding where you may have your LGB 5006 unit.
Just a few ideas, but as long as you don't have an overvoltage situation and your loco runs well, I shouldn't be too concerned....
Are you measuring at the terminals or at the track, where there may be a volts drop.
Also, measure under 'no load' conditions, i.e. no loco on the track.
Is your voltmeter calibrated? Check against a known source like a new battery.
Is your mains supply 230 V ac? There could be a voltage drop if you are running a supply from the house to an outbuilding where you may have your LGB 5006 unit.
Just a few ideas, but as long as you don't have an overvoltage situation and your loco runs well, I shouldn't be too concerned....
Gizzy
A gentleman, a scholar, and a railway modeller....
Just a thought.
Is the Stainz the only loco that causes this volts drop?
If so then the loco must be drawing too much current, maybe due to a problematic motor.
Check the wheel skates/contact brushes and the motor brushes and replace if worn....
Is the Stainz the only loco that causes this volts drop?
If so then the loco must be drawing too much current, maybe due to a problematic motor.
Check the wheel skates/contact brushes and the motor brushes and replace if worn....