Can I run my Century Club Niagara on a MTH Transformer? I figure before I jump the gun and hit submit, I need to consult with my peers.
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Sure,
Thank you! I have read that they have higher voltages and did not want to risk frying it
Do not set voltage to more than 19 volts maximum or you may be indeed risking frying it. Many MTH transformers will go well above 19 volts.
Thanks appreciate the advice, should I stick with the Lionel transformers? Also is it 19 volts output with a load on the transformer or with no load on the tracks?
Lionel spec's TMCC and Legacy at 19 VAC maximum. I would guess that's what the locomotive is actually seeing. In any case, there's no reason to have more than 19 volts around for O-gauge, at least IMO. There's no problem using the MTH transformers for Lionel equipment, just keep the maximum voltage requirements in mind when you're running the Lionel stuff.
