Hornby DCC points decoder -

[richrail009]

Hi everyone

Does anyone know if more than one set of points can be controlled simultaneously from any one single output on the Hornby points decoder? It would be useful to be able to switch a simple route (and cheaper!!).

[Trains4U]

In short, yes

 

but I wouldn't try more than two motors as there is unlikely be enough power provided to do more than that, and never wire any motor to more than one output from the decoder- so don't attempt to use each output for a different route that uses the same point(s) I hope this makes sense.

 

A crossover from one line to another using two points is is a typical situation where both motors would be wired to the same output as you would always have both points either open or closed.

[richrail009]

Thanks Gareth, that answers my question perfectly. I understand your warning as to having one point set wired to two outputs, not the best way to preserve your kit!

 

Rich

[Mr.S.corn78]

Hi,

 

also to add to gareths reply be carefull as i have had a few of the Hornby points decoders fail on me as the motors took to much power.

 

I was using peco side mounted solinods and had one wirded to each out put on the decoder.

 

just a word of warning.

 

cheers

Simon

[richrail009]

Thanks Simon for the warning - I shall be aware of the possible problem now. I haven't actually taken delivery of my first point decoder yet, but I'll certainly be interested to see how it performs! I'm presently building my first layout and have yet to complete tracklaying. Great deal of fun with extruded poly foam though - hacking away like a madman When I have something to show, I'll put my head above the parapet!!