SPST, SPDT momentary recommendations

Use the full size ones rather than the miniature ones. The miniature ones break too easily.

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RoyBoy posted:

Use the full size ones rather than the miniature ones. The miniature ones break too easily.

The miniature switches last very long on guitars and get more use than on a train layout. Why would you make a statement like this? 

Tim, it depends on what style that you like and what you would like the control to look like. Rocker, button, lever, round rocker, rectangle button...

Have you seen any panels that you like?

Indicator lamps for switch position can make the panel more complex to wire. But, not impossible. 

Are you thinking of a track diagram type or just a labeled type?

I would say that all of the factors will determine which form of switch that is needed. Perhaps two styles.

Then, we can help with sourcing the switches.

Oh boy, more to think about!  Thanks for the replies.

I am leaning towards a few small 'local' panels for the turnouts and accessories and maybe one larger panel for the power blocks (I'll probably run command most of the time).  At first I was just going to mount the S Helper turnout controls on the temporary fascia but I'm concerned about the levers being sticking out too far and being damaged.

Tim

All Electronics has a large variety of good accessory and track control switches.

This page might be of interest.   Toy Train Layout Wiring - Switches, Page 1

See surface mounted switches here "Control Lionel RC Track with Miniature Toggle Switches".

Sample:

Thanks!

I have used several sizes.  The only ones that broke were the mini ones and only due to my ham fist.  Out of 100 mini toggles I destroyed two.  I generally use the full size conventional ones.

My mini toggles get a lot of use and no failure once mounted.

I do have a dozen brand new spdt momentary (on) full size toggles that need a loving home.

Tim:

I use the full size 10 watt toggle switches which may be over kill but are easier for me to work with. SPST on/off to turn power on/off to track sidings and SPDT momentary (center off) for turnout switches.

I had a bunch of Atlas 205 SPST modules I kept for lights.

HI,

Thanks for the replies - been busy with work and landlocked salmon so haven't done any wiring.  Tom, send details on the SPDTs you have.

Thanks

TIm

Joe Fauty posted:

Tim:

I use the full size 10 watt toggle switches ...snip...

I think that you mean 10 AMP.

Yep - sorry