Hi: I bought a GW 180. I'm not sure how many MTH buildings I can wire to this using the accessory output. I would appreciate any guidance provided.
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That's going to depend on the actual buildings and how they're used. If they only have a couple of lights in them, probably dozens could be attached. OTOH, if they have lots of incandescent lights and motorized features, probably a lot fewer.
@Steve McCulloch posted:...how many MTH buildings I can wire to this using the accessory output.
There’s only one way to find out. If the lights are starting to dim then it’s past where it should be.
Thanks for that. I'm going to use a power distribution block which has space for 12 accessories. Any thoughts on whether this is a safe load for MTH buildings (up to five lights per building) and Lionel motorized accessories (Ferris Wheel and Merry-Go-Round)?
@ChiTown Steve posted:There’s only one way to find out. If the lights are starting to dim then it’s past where it should be.
Actually, I'd probably consider a clamp-on ammeter to check the power draw of the entire load.
Harbor Freight used to have this one on sale regularly for $10, but it's apparently been discontinued. It's my go-to quick measurement meter, it measures within 2-3% of my much more expensive Fluke bench meter for current measurements.
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@gunrunnerjohn posted:Actually, I'd probably consider a clamp-on ammeter to check the power draw of the entire load.
Harbor Freight used to have this one on sale regularly for $10, but it's apparently been discontinued. It's my go-to quick measurement meter, it measures within 2-3% of my much more expensive Fluke bench meter for current measurements.
I just bought a Centech from Harbor Freight for $20.00. Not a bad price I don't think.
