divibandit Posted November 11, 2019 Share Posted November 11, 2019 Hi, I wonder can anyone help. I have a spare, brand new, pc Power supply and am trying to find out if it can be used in a Model Railway environment. It is the type with both 12v and 5v (for USB) outputs. The idea is to use the 5v for lighting circuits. Any help appreciated. Steve Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crosland Posted November 11, 2019 Share Posted November 11, 2019 You will probably find you need a load on one of the outputs to make it work. They are built down to a price and are not individually regulated on each output. Also, use suitable overload protection as these things can deliver a LOT of current. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WIMorrison Posted November 11, 2019 Share Posted November 11, 2019 Check Google - masses of info and videos on how to covert an ATX power supply into a standalone device. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
brack Posted November 11, 2019 Share Posted November 11, 2019 I converted one into a RSU. Handy, useful things, but be careful and do your research so you know what you're up to. They can usually kick out over 30A if you wire the outputs in a certain way.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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