What wiring and most suitable test meter

[awj.sompting]

Just seeking some general guidance on what size wire to use and also the minimum requirement in terms of features on a test meter.

In relation to wires I am interested in knowing what wire people recommend for -

a)  DCC bus wire

b) DCC dropper wires

c)  wires for connections in locos / bogies when doing DCC conversions.

 

It has also become evident that when doing DCC conversions on older locos that a test meter is important to check continuity etc. so some tips on the minimum features that are needed in trying to decide on what meter to purchase.

 

Alun

[Andymsa]

To reply to the first part of your question a little more info on what dcc features you are going to do. I.e. Occupancy , automation. Dcc point control ect. But to give some idea I use 2.5mm stranded mains wire the type that is used in conduit, not twin and earth. for droppers I use 7/0.2 stranded wire, these I keep as short as possible and are wired back to the occupancy detectors.

 

the second part is easy try to get a tester that has an option for a buzzer. This has been the most useful for me. Connections in bogies use decoder wire which can be obtained separately.

 

andy

Edited May 27, 2019 by Andymsa