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Two 80 watt transformers on one set o tracks?

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Posted by ADCX Rob on Monday, December 22, 2008 7:16 AM

 Phase 'em and go for it.

If you're talking about the CW, use the accessory outputs programmed to full power so you don't need to fool around with the handles or accidentally hit the buttons on top & trip something you didn't mean to.  They will come on at full power for your TMCC & Legacy equipment every time you power up once programmed.

Rob

Rob

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Two 80 watt transformers on one set o tracks?
Posted by laz 57 on Monday, December 22, 2008 6:39 AM

I am thinking of puting two 80 watt transformers on one set of tracks would this give me 160 watts to work with.  My working layout will have a main line 5 ft.x 12 ft.  I will have a Rotary Coal Tipple on it and a Legacy Diesel engine pulling a consist of tipple cars.  I don't want to go and purchase a 180 watt brick to do this and was wondering if this is possible?  Thanks,

laz57

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