MTH 45-1028 ITAD or Lionel 153IR Controller?

I've used both of those and the Z-Stuff relay (DZ-1070). All three worked worked well. They all have pots for sensitivity and length of time the n/o stays on after the train passes. I've had issues occasionally with some of all three manufacturers while others have been working for years with no problem. I think it's the luck of the draw with the run it was manufactured in.

Dennis from Z-Stuff backs his product pretty well.

I use relays and the outside insulated rail method. Cheaper and more reliable and much more versatile. Here is a link as to how to use relays. 

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Dale H

Thanks for the information and suggestions!

I tried the 153IR and the MTH ITAD, the Lionel product works much better IMO.

I agree with John. The Lionel 153IR is far superior to the MTH Version!!

FREDSTRAINS