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My basic layout is a double main line. I want to install sn Atlas #6 turnout on the outer track and a Peco crossing on the inner track so that trains can leave
I've seen strips at Fry's that have SMD LEDs and resistors mounted to an adhesive strip. The strips can be cut every other LED and there are cut mark lines to
Thanks Max, I did find the part number on the relay and it is either a Fairchild Semiconductor or Fujitsu part. I couldn't find a datasheet though. It also has
Although expensive, you can buy 0603 SMD LEDs in "Golden White" (think steam headlight or exterior building light) or "Sunny White" (Diesel headlight) WITH 6"
I have used strips of SMD LEDs for car lighting in Walthers Empire Builder passenger cars and am very pleased with the effect. I did not use a capacitor so I