Making model railways
Guides, tips, and tutorials on making and building a model railway.
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Light up with Magnets – How to easily and flexibly illuminate your buildings
A simple technique for wiring your buildings for lighting while still allowing them to be...
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What voltage do N scale model trains run on
N Scale Voltage:The right track voltage needed for N scale model trains, as defined by...
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Ferrules, how and why to use them
Want to improve your electrical wiring contacts? Meet the electrical ferrule...
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Heat shrink protecting T junction cable joins
How to insulate wire T solder joints with heat shrink tubbing. You can’t just slide...
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A primer on wire sizes
Using the right wire for a model railway will not only be cheaper it’ll make...
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Best wire stripping tool for model railways and household electrics
The easiest, fastest and best way to cut and strip wires for electrical work...
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Layout soldeirng tips for wiring you can trust
A step-by-step pictorial guide to soldering strong, reliable, wiring...
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The best model railway controllers for DC / analogue layouts
Want to upgrade from the standard model train controller? Not sure which controller to buy?...
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