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I am using Peco switches (PL 10's & PL10W's) on my Peco Insulfrog turnouts. The power source is 16.5vac, 25va. Most of them buzz real loud when operated, some (few) click just perfectly. Does anybody know why it buzzes? Thanks.
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Hi,
It buzzes because you are keeping the power on it too long. You should really be using a capacitor discharge unit, which will only allow a short burst of current to these PL10’s these CDU’s operate from either a 16volt or 24volt ac transformer and you will need either some passing contact switches or use what I use and that is a stud & probe contact on my control panel.
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Shamus



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