Large Controler VS regular controller

[hjmurray]

What is the difference between the Bachmann power controller that comes with their Big Hauler sets and the Bachmann power controller that comes with their HO sets? There is a note on my Big Hauler controller "Not compatible with  Digital (DCC) Systems."

[hobo]

Although these look similar, there are very distinct differences. 

They both use the same Wall Transformer, but they are rated at different Amperage outputs.  The Large Scale controller is rated at 1 AMP vs the Regular controllers .75 Amp. 

The Regular controller has AC output spring terminals.  These are used to power track accessories, such as remote swicthes.  So the Transformer converts the house hold 120 volt AC to DC, and the controller converts the DC into a fixed AC output, as well as variable DC output to the track.

The components in the Transformer and  Large Scale controller cannot deliver enough power to provide both AC and DC current.

The Large Scale controller can not be used with the Bachmann DCC E-Z command module because of the chance you will overload the E-Z command controller by running the LS controller at the full throttle delivering 1 Amp of power.

There are probably users here that may have more exact voltage/Amp ratings that differentiate these products. 

[hjmurray]

Taht pretty well fills in the 'blanks'.

Thank you.

[grumpy]

I am running the Bachman EZCommand controller with a digitrax three amp power supply and it wporks just fine.
Don