[dozer]

So, have any of you tried using a locally available relay for wiring a loop? It looks rather simple and I really like that a 40 amp relay is only $14 compared to $40 for a relay thru NCE or others. Also, I'm seriously confused after reading a ton on how to properly wire around a switch. I'm using new Atlas switches. Any help there would be awesome.

 

[Habbyguy]

Is your layout DC or DCC?

 

[dozer]

DCC, hence the thread in the DCC forum, hehehehe, sorry I couldn't resist.

 

[Habbyguy]

LOL My bad.
I would say no to using a relay for the fact that DCC is AC running through the track and a relay needs DC to work.
I think you need a DC power supply for the Atlas switches.

 

[T-Man]

40 amp. You are kidding. With that you can power three train tables. Radio shack has a 12 volt relay for under 6. I used it on the reverse timer.