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Re: 12v Transformer
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lugnet.trains
Date: 
Tue, 20 Jan 2004 09:51:17 GMT
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In lugnet.trains, Alan Muhl wrote:
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.

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 used Fleischmann and Trix transformers to run Lego
12V trainmotors in the past. Now I've got a Lego transformer.



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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 (...) (20 years ago, 19-Jan-04, to lugnet.trains)

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