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General Discussion / Re: Converting atlas switch’s/turnouts for use with railpro?
« Last post by KB02 on March 07, 2026, 07:11:45 AM »
The RailPro accessory modules are, I believe, run off track power, correct? I don't have one of those myself, so am not sure.
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RailPro Specific Help & Discussion / Re: Full load current setting with traction tires
« Last post by LVRR1856 on March 05, 2026, 09:24:16 PM »
Would it be the same a normal loco if you just remove the traction tires for the test ?
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General Discussion / Re: MP switch motors from mtb, which one?
« Last post by LVRR1856 on March 05, 2026, 09:14:20 PM »
Max - I would also be interested on how this setup works out for. Let us know.

Pat
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General Discussion / Re: PWR-56 for powering AM-1 and AR modules?
« Last post by LVRR1856 on March 05, 2026, 09:06:35 PM »
IMO, should be fine and long as the devices are rated for 15v. I believe the Meanwells have adjustment output dial you turn with a screw driver. See if you can match the voltage output of the PWR56 ? Maybe 14.7 ?

Check the meanwell with a volt meter 15v output might actually be 15.5 etc ... just like HO DC transformers, some can put out 16 volts wide open.
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General Discussion / Re: MP switch motors from mtb, which one?
« Last post by faithie999 on March 02, 2026, 05:27:59 PM »
sounds promising!

Ken
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General Discussion / Re: PWR-56 for powering AM-1 and AR modules?
« Last post by faithie999 on March 02, 2026, 05:26:40 PM »
this is what I use for powering my railpro system.  it is probably more power than you need for the AM and AR modules, but this is a solid unit.

Mean Well LRS-100-15 Switching Power Supply, Single Output, 15V, 7A

on amazon for about $25.

Ken
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General Discussion / Re: PWR-56 for powering AM-1 and AR modules?
« Last post by JRad on March 02, 2026, 03:26:25 PM »
I power my AM-1S from a 12V supply, but it puts out closer to 13V. At 12.0V the AM-1S will not power up. It needs just a bit more voltage.
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General Discussion / Re: PWR-56 for powering AM-1 and AR modules?
« Last post by William Brillinger on March 02, 2026, 06:31:34 AM »
You can power the TC-1 with any power supply that provides a maximum voltage of 16 Volts DC.

Since you are not powering track with it, it does not need to be identical to your track power source.
You should be aiming for 14 volts DC.
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General Discussion / Re: PWR-56 for powering AM-1 and AR modules?
« Last post by carpediem4570 on March 01, 2026, 06:28:48 PM »
C’mon, anyone.  Can I run my accessory modules from a dc controller? 

I have 12 dc controllers from my presidents choice trains sets that will be doing nothing.  Can I use these to power the accessory modules, turnout controller modules and auto reverse modules?

Kind regards,

Max
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General Discussion / Re: MP switch motors from mtb, which one?
« Last post by carpediem4570 on March 01, 2026, 06:22:56 PM »
Well, took the plunge.  Ordered 15 of the mp-8 switch motors.

 From what I have read, this is a motor that can operate, in this case, a switch. With the momentary push of a button, or in this case, the hand held railpro controller, the switch will be activated and a slow movement of the points will occur, as opposed to a snap.

I’ll keep you posted.

Kind regards,

Max
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