Powering atlas snap switches

[rookie]

Do you guys operate switches off of the same power source as your track? thanks

[ABC]

No, I use several separate power sources and wire them into the accessory/ alternating current terminals. If you use the same power source your train will slow down when you throw multiple switches or turn on lights and other accessories.

[pdlethbridge]

If you are into DCC, then using a digitrax ds64 is the way to go. It can power up to 8 turnouts, it can be used for either type of turnout control,ie, motor or soleniod, has the ability to select routes and can be controlled by your DCC throttle.

[jward]

i usually powered my switches off one of my dc power packs. i used a capacitor discharge unit to prevent burnouts, and this also lessened the current draw when i threw switches.

my current layout is dcc with hand throw switches. if i did have power switches, i'd probably ise one of my old dc power supplies for them.

[Joe323]

I recently converted my layout to DCC so I use the AC (Accessory) terminals from my no longer used analog power pack to run my switches.