Switch off section of track

Mr T Feb 20, 2016

  1. Mr T

    Mr T TrainBoard Member

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    I am using Digitrax to control my doc layout in Ho scale. I want to stop the power in the rails going to my engine house so when I have engines parked inside for service they don't keep drawing power. Do I do this with a toggle switch? If so can some walk me thru what type of toggle switch and how to wire it
     
  2. Jeepy84

    Jeepy84 TrainBoard Member

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    Yup, put a toggle switch on one of the feeder wires and mount it on the fascia. Assuming your engine house isn't deep in the scene anyway. Also, gap the rails.

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  3. Shortround

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    I would think it's best to switch off both feeders. So a double pole switch would be required.
     
  4. Mr T

    Mr T TrainBoard Member

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    Thanks for the advice, will give it a try.
     

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