I am needing to split the main power supply wire into 2 separate wires going to 2 different terminal blocks for various feeders throughout my layout; what is the best way to do this? Is there a specific connector, splitter, or spice that you have had good luck with, or is an old fashion solder and wire nut the best way to go? Thanks for the help.
If I understand what you are trying to do correctly. Run the feed wire all the way through and down one leg of the "Y" come back and strip a spot to wrap and solder the other leg of the "Y" and run it..
I like soldered connections.
Have fun.
Lee
Use a Y-connector.
http://www.waytekwire.com/products/1436/X---Y-Connectors/
Rich
Alton Junction
LION uses a NAIL.
Pound a nail in some convenient place, and then you can wrap and solder all the wires that you like to it.
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you're my hero. you're use of low-tech is impressive. it's a model railroad, not a nuclear power plant
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My rpreferred method:
Use a stripper to cut the insulation (but not actually pull it out) in two places 1/4 or 1/2" apart.Then use an Exacto knife on the cylindrical section to remove the 1/4 to 1/2" insulation and expose the copper. Wind the other wire on this bare copper and then apply hot solder. This method yields excellent mechanical and electrical strength and requires no connectors.
NP.