TMCC Setup Question

ATLAYANK,   As far as I know, and I have done so with Lionel PW ZW 275W transformers, yes.........

All you have to be concerned with is, after connecting your transformer to the track as ususal, connect the Command Base to the Common (ground) side of your transformer, and you will be able to run TMCC type engines on your trackage.  refer to the instruction manuals you may have with the Command Base and various sources of power supply.

Hope this helps.....

Jesse   TCA

Thanks for the replies TEXASTRAIN and MARTYE, I appreciate it.

Does the Lionel 6-12866 135 Watt PH-1 Powerhouse have the circuit protection built in?

Yes, but they don't make it anymore, get a 180W Powerhouse instead.

Here's a good video on the subject. It's a little dated (2012) but provides a good "how to" for tmcc.

ATLAYANK,     See attached information to address your concerns.......

Jesse   TCA

Thank you for the information guys, I appreciate it.  I am going to wait and get the Powerhouse just to be safe.  There is one that is ending on eBay tonight.

MartyE posted:

You can but I would be concerned about the circuit protection. I suspect the American Flyer transformer will not trip quick enough during a derailment leaving your engines at risk. Might want to add some external circuit protection that will trip faster. 

10 amp fuses worked for me. They reacted very quickly