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12v Transformer
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lugnet.trains
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Mon, 19 Jan 2004 20:18:34 GMT
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I just acquired a 12v train set but it did not come with a transformer. Can
anyone provide advice about how to get one that works with a 110v outlet. The
ones listed on Bricklink all appear to be 220v. Can the 220v variety be adapted
to a 110v? I have had some reference to purchasing a 220v transformer and then
buying a converter. If that is the way to go then what type of converter? Thanks
for any help.
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Message has 3 Replies:
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| Hi Alan, (...) Given the fact that 12V trains were never officially sold in teh US, this seems natural. (...) You can buy a 220V transformer and use a converter with it. Get a 30..40VA 110V-to-220V converter, or a more powerful one if you plan to (...) (20 years ago, 19-Jan-04, to lugnet.trains)
| | | Re: 12v Transformer
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| (...) I had good luck with a stepup transformer I bought at Radio Shack. You need to get a real transformer in my view, not one of those things that can run shavers... When you buy a 220V speed regulator, you will find some amperage or wattage (...) (20 years ago, 19-Jan-04, to lugnet.trains)
| | | Re: 12v Transformer
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| (...) I don't know much about non-lego model railroading in 110V countries, but if these use 12V DC output as well, you may consider using a non-lego model railroad transformer (check if it supplies enough power). Niels Living in a 220V country, and (...) (20 years ago, 20-Jan-04, to lugnet.trains)
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