Will Z-Stuff remote switch controllers work to throw a postwar Lionel O-22 switch and have the red and green LED's work also?
Thank you for any input.
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I am not sure if the Z stuff contacts could handle the coil current and the inductive kickback when contacts open.
The LEDs have a diode in series with them but both would probably light due to the AC current passing through them. Second would be the higher AC voltage would shorten LED life, while the Z Stuff switch motors limit the LEDs D.C. voltage and currents to design levels.
As others have said, contact Z Stuff for answers.
Here is an old post from Dennis illustrating the circuitry for the controllers - maybe it will help.
Thanks for the replies. I will need to come up with an alternative to Z-Stuff in that 50% of my switches are Lionel O-22 non-derailing switches. I am designing a control panel with a track layout diagram. I will probably have to go with the old single pole double throw momentary toggle switches, but, the red and green indicator lights on the panel would be very helpful in that 4 of my switches are hidden in tunnels.
