Wiring
# For analog(DC) operation, each module must supply its own electrical power for any of its diorama trackage, if operation is planned. Module power must also be used for any accessories and turnout actuators. Mainline power can be used to power a siding only if a siding track POWER On/Off switch is installed and appropriately marked. The module power cannot be used to control the mainline tracks. (See Fig. 4)
# It is required that #14awg minimum stranded wire be used on all connections with the exception of the power connection to the rails, where a lighter gauge wire may be used. Solid wire is not to be used.
# All electrical connections shall be soldered or fastened with approved crimp style connectors.
# All wire splices shall be soldered and taped or covered with heat shrink tubing, however, crimp style insulated butt splices may be substituted.
# Wiring using crimp connectors shall be closely inspected by the Standards Committee for compliance with club standards. (Proposed)
# All wiring shall be securely fastened to framing material. Provision shall be made to secure all cable ends above the bottom edge of the module frame for transportation. Method used is optional. (Velcro straps suggested)
Cable all wiring whenever possible and protect all wiring from damage.
# The four terminal color-coded Anderson Power Pole hereinafter called APP connectors shall be used for mainline track power to insure uniformity.
# The female socket APP connector shall be used on the West end of the module and the plug type APP connector shall be on the East end of the module. These are available through the club.
# Color coding of the connectors and wires in the cable shall be as follows:
Track Pin Color
Outside Main,
Outside rail 1 White
Outside Main,
Inside Rail 2 Red
Inside Main,
Inside Rail, 3 Brown
Inside Main,
Outside Rail 4 Yellow
A color-coded track diagram should be provided on the back of the skyboard or on the control panel.
# An electrical wiring diagram must be made available for troubleshooting purposes. When numbering tracks on a module, the Eastbound main track becomes the No. 1 track and the track numbers increment sequentially toward the innermost track (viewing side). Any tracks located outside The Eastbound main track are numbered sequentially from the highest numbered inside track. The main lines are labeled as Eastbound (No.1 Outside) and Westbound (No. 2 inside). (See Fig. 4)
# All switches and controls shall be clearly labeled and keyed to the track diagram. The diagrams should be easily understood by anyone and should allow them to operate the modules unaided.
# Minimum size wire for rail drops shall be #22awg stranded. Connection to rail drops using #18awg wire must be soldered and taped or crimped with approved terminals.