> My concern was that the point was so long and relied on rail contact for
> power rather than switching which creates ample opportunity for power loss
> Ben Trousdale
Pardon me if I may offer a contrary opinion. I like using the point pressure
against the stock rails for track power all the way to the far side of the
all-metal soldered frog. There are several advantages: (1) simplified wiring,
(2) no SPDT and reduced cost, (3) if the point is not pressed firmly against
the stock rail, it is probably due to a piece of ballast or foilage or dirt.
If the point is not firmly against the stock rail, it is more likely to cause a
derailment. A power outage is therefore a good warning that the points need to
be inspected for trapped debris. Call it a derailment early alert system in
disguise.
I've been using only point pressure for power routing for many years without
any problems. One reason for this is the SwitchMaster motors which apply a LOT
of pressure. Unlike the Tortoise motors which are relatively wimpy in
comparison. Another reason for success is the room is very clean and dust/dirt
free. I suppose a filthy environment would make a difference, but dirty
environments have lots of other disadvantages as well.
Just making a point (pun intended)....Ed L.
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