Throttles - The only pure DC products available!
Since pulse power causes noise and harmful heat and vibration, the "VOLTROLLER" offers smooth, quiet and cool operation with its exclusive pure DC power. Enjoy the full potential of your Athearn, Atlas, MDC, etc., engine. The higher amperage requirements of most of these engines dictate cabinet and panel models for adequate heat dissipation. Since manufacturers of can type motors recommend a pure DC power source, the "VOLTROLLER" is now available in three 12 volt models- 1.5, 3, and 5 amp to assure smooth, quiet and cool operation - especially at low speeds - The units have NO pulse, NO momentum and NO brake. Control is easily effected with a rotational knob for speed and a slide switch for direction.
Don Fiehmann has significantly improved the manufacturers circuit which was suggested for model railroading use by Barney Daehler in a 1982 NMRA bulletin article. Don W. Hansen's suggestions have improved its overall quality, dependability and safety. Experts like these concur that a pure DC power source is excellent for can motor equipped engines. Only six compon- ents are used allowing the unit to also be offered in kit form with only basic soldering skills needed, giving the hobbyist a sense of accomplishment while lowering his costs. Either AC or DC input of from 12 to 16 volts may be selected, and but two connections are made to the track. The walk-around unit measures only 2" by 3" and is 1" in thickness with cables 6' in length included. Cabinet and panel-mount models are also available. |