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  Type of metal used in 9V Track?
 
Does anyone know what type of metal the 9V track rails are made of? Is it copper? Nickel Alloy of some kind? Thanks, Scott (17 years ago, 27-Feb-08, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.lego)
 
  Re: Type of metal used in 9V Track?
 
(...) Scott: According to the book "Getting Started With LEGO Trains" the rails are made of German Silver. I will quote directly from the book. "It is a metal alloy containing no toxic heavy metals, and it presents no danger to people allergic to (...) (17 years ago, 28-Feb-08, to lugnet.trains)
 
  Re: Type of metal used in 9V Track?
 
(...) Yes, that's what I've heard as well. It is quite conductive while being fairly resistant to oxidation. -Jordan (17 years ago, 28-Feb-08, to lugnet.trains)

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