I have a van hobbies 2-8-2 s2 that I've got running smooth and remotered, after I paint it want to install dcc sound in the tender. I also want a plug between the two so it can be put back in it's box, but I can't find anything about how to do this or what parts to use on the internet. how would I install a plug between the loco and tender and what parts would I use?
Mel turned me onto 2.54mm double row pins and sockets.
He can provide you with all the details. I ordered hundreds, but they have not arrived yet.
-Kevin
Living the dream.
Hi Almoststalebread,
I have used these pin strips with great success (sorry for the poor picture):
They have both a male and a female socket, so you can cut them into however many connections you need.
Here is an example showing the female connectors mounted into a locomotive and the male pins wired to allow the locomotive and tender to flex relative to each other (It just so happened that the rivet pattern on the locomotive matched the size of the connectors - pure luck!) Note the one socket on the left marked in white so the connections can't get crossed up:
They are available from any electronic component supplier. There are smaller versions available but soldering the leads to them can be a bit of a challenge.
Dave
I'm just a dude with a bad back having a lot of fun with model trains, and finally building a layout!
I use the 8 pin NMRA type connectors in all my steam.I have two tenders for my 0-6-0.
I use .1”/2.54mm round pin header strips for my connectors. They are compatible with the 8 pin NMRA connectors. They come in either single row 40 pin or dual row 80 pin strips and can be cut to any number of contacts using a raiser saw. The single row strips are breakable the 80 need the saw.https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2060353.m570.l1313&_nkw=40+pin+round+header+strips&_sacat=0There are two types of header strips, round pin and square pin. The round pin are the NMRA type the square pin are Arduino type. The square pin are much larger than the round pin.I use the round pin connectors for all kinds of goodies on my model railroad.No wires from frame to shell.
I can remove the shells from the frame and not have to worry about dangling wires. I glue the male to the frame and the female to the shell. No mater which way you do it make sure you have fun doing it!Mel My Model Railroad http://melvineperry.blogspot.com/ Bakersfield, California I'm beginning to realize that aging is not for wimps.
hon30critter Dave
Very nice Dave!Mel My Model Railroad http://melvineperry.blogspot.com/ Bakersfield, California I'm beginning to realize that aging is not for wimps.
The pins and sockets arrived yesterday from China.
Thanks Mel! These are going to work great for all kinds of projects!
I think I have another stash of a lifetime supply!
KevinThey say breakable and have been for years but the last order costs a pin when I try breaking them, best to use a razor saw to cut them.That is only about a 90 day supply for me. My current project is a Heavy Weight Diner Interior, just getting started and I've got four already installed.
Mel My Model Railroad http://melvineperry.blogspot.com/ Bakersfield, California I'm beginning to realize that aging is not for wimps.
RR_MelThat is only about a 90 day supply for me.
Good heavens! I cannot imagine having uses for that many!
Honestly, now that I see them, these are a great item. I am 100% sure that when I add 8 wheel pickup to my brass tenders and use these connectors to the locomotives that a lot of issues will be corrected or avoided.
Kevin I’m still installing the lighting in my diner so more connectors to come.
I’m planning on four table lamps. Mel My Model Railroad http://melvineperry.blogspot.com/ Bakersfield, California I'm beginning to realize that aging is not for wimps.