Transformers

[zman50]

I would like to have one transformer to run two LGB engines on separate track. Is there such a beast out there? Thanks

 

[Gizzy]

I would like to have one transformer to run two LGB engines on separate track. Is there such a beast out there? Thanks

If you are thinking of something like the H&M Duette as used on smaller scales then the answer is no.

But if you have a DCC system like the Massoth 1200Z, you can run two trains from the one Navigator....

 

[Paul M]

I would like to have one transformer to run two LGB engines on separate track. Is there such a beast out there? Thanks

Do you mean transformer, or controller?

 

[Homo Habilis]

Assuming that I understand your requirements you could consider something like the Bridgewerks Magnum 200R though it might be a bit too much for your two LGB engines.

And as we say, "it's rather spendy", but it is a "beast"!

 

[zman50]

Do you mean transformer, or controller?

I mean transformer with speed control on top of it. Thanks

 

[zman50]

thanks for that link I checked it out and it looks really nice but price is up there.

 

[Paul M]

I mean transformer with speed control on top of it. Thanks

I thought so, obviously you can get a transformer big enough to supply as many controllers as you want, but I'll leave the advice as to exactly what controllers to the real experience on the forum!

 

[dunnyrail]

I would have thought an LGB 50110 and a couple of 52120 or older equivalents would fit the bill providing you are not trying to drive heavy amp pulling lumps of locomotives. You ought to be able to source all of these second hand in good working order for a reasonable price.

 

[Eeyore.Boater]

I would have thought an LGB 50110 and a couple of 52120 or older equivalents would fit the bill providing you are not trying to drive heavy amp pulling lumps of locomotives. You ought to be able to source all of these second hand in good working order for a reasonable price.

Zman50 will probably need a 110/115 volt ac input version of the 50110, which is a 50111. The current version is a 60195.

 

[Eeyore.Boater]

Edited to remove duplicate

 

[Greg Elmassian]

Replied on the other thread where you asked the same question.

 

[Eeyore.Boater]

Low cost route would be a used laptop computer power supply/ charger. Available from most people’s junk drawer for very little money. Commonly available in 18 to 20 volts dc and about 5 amps (approx 100 watts).
Thanks D Dan it was 100 watts in my head, but must encountered some resistance before it reached my finger tips.

 

[Alpineandy]

I have used a universal laptop supply and train engineer for analogue running and never had a problem................

 

[zman50]

Low cost route would be a used laptop computer power supply/ charger. Available from from most people’s junk drawer for very little money. Commonly available in 18 to 20 volts dc and about 5 amps (approx 60 watts).

The laptop transformer is a interesting alternative, and 5 amps wow. Then I would just need some controllers. Thnks

 

[Greg Elmassian]

You can find small motor controllers on Amazon for cheap, then all you need is a fuse and direction switch:

Amazon.com : 5 amp motor controller

Greg

 

[Dan]

20 volts and 5 amps is 100 watts in my book. Althugh pricey, LGB has a 5 amp Hut and the controller for panel mounting can be found at times. Input for this hut is AC or DC.

 

[PhilP]

20 volts and 5 amps is 100 watts in my book.

100VA - Only equivalent to Watts for DC. - 'Lies to children(TM)'

But as we would say in a previous existence: "Good enough for television!"

 

[Rhinochugger]

100VA - Only equivalent to Watts for DC. - 'Lies to children(TM)'

But as we would say in a previous existence: "Good enough for television!"

I was once told that my father was volts, my mother was amps, so that's how they got little Watts

 

[Greg Elmassian]

Cost has been mentioned as an issue, thus this thread trending towards low cost... so I would think LGB out of the question...

Greg