Hi Roger
Other than probable over size for a layout, I see no problems with #12.
The fact is, the larger the wire, the less the resistance in normal
electrical circuitry. Perhaps someone else may have another plus or
minus on the issue.
Howard Sheffield
On Jul 25, 2006, at 11:58 AM, Roger Nulton wrote:
> I'm planning on using 12 gauge house wire. Does anyone see a problem
> with that, other than having to cut open the plastic sleeve when
> making a connection?
> Roger Nulton
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Bill Roberts
> To: S Scale
> Sent: Tuesday, July 25, 2006 10:37 AM
> Subject: {S-Scale List} Re: Track Buss Question
>
> > Posted by: "joseph_1942" [EMAIL PROTECTED] joseph_1942
> > Date: Fri Jul 21, 2006 2:29 pm (PDT)
> >
> >When running track buss wires for a DCC controlled layout, should
> >the two wires be spaced apart or twisted together, or does it make
> >any difference? I have heard different opinions about this.
> >
> >Does the inductance from the 15 volt AC current have any significant
> >effect on track voltage for cable runs of less than 40 feet?
> >
> >Which is best to minimize the inductance effects, twisted wires or
> >keeping them spaced apart? I am using 14 gauge stranded wire for my
> >track buss.
>
> NCE recommends twisting bus wires about three turns per foot. I use
> DCC with my old DC wiring, which has about six turns per foot.
>
> In connection with DCC I haven't heard of any issue regarding
> inductance, which I understand is the magnetism created by the 15
> volt AC current.
>
> Number 14 gauge wire is satisfactory for runs to fifty feet, again
> according to NCE.
>
> Gratuitous advice: When experts have different opinions, do what
> makes sense to you.
> --
> Bill Roberts
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>
>
>
[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Yahoo! Groups Links
<*> To visit your group on the web, go to:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Scale/
<*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
<*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to:
http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
