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GF <br /> Around 20-25 volts AC with a 3 or 4 Amp. output capacity will throw most twin-coil machines, with the ability to throw two machines wired together to operate a crossover [ two switches together ]. <br />I have used miniature sprung-to-off toggle switches available from Radiospares in UK. Not sure of the US source but probably Radio Shack, <br />whatever, use the highest quality you can afford, <br />they will last longer, and are easier to operate without burning-out the coils due to welded contacts. Mine survived 6 years use on a portable <br />show layout that went on display every other weekend spring to fall, with no switch failures and only 2 machine coil burnouts, both due to operator error.[ leaning on the control panel!] <br />Dave Elbourne, Rugby, England.UK.
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