Is there an alternative to the Hornby 4 AMP Transformer?

[mac_xpert]

Hi all

I see Hornby do a 4 amp transformer that is a good upgrade for the Hornby Select DCC unit - alowing you to run more trains and accessories:

C7024 Hornby DCC 4 Amp Multi Purpose Transformer

I was wondering if there was a cheaper alternative available from Maplins etc that anyone had found?

Thanks,

Matt.

[mac_xpert]

I was considering something like this:

http://www.suntekstore.co.uk/Universal- ... 0V-4A.html

Any thoughts?

[mac_xpert]

Or even this -

http://www.suntekstore.co.uk/15V-4A-Rep ... -Plug.html

as it is only £8 inc delivery..

[miksterr]

Hi,

There sure is an alternative...I have been using a Toshiba laptop power supply for ages with my Elite, Specs are 15volts 5 amps ...The current doesn't matter, it is a good regulated supply, here are a few links on ebay.

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/for-Toshiba-Sate ... 3ca9b3eeda

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/15V-5A-TOSHIBA-L ... 439d206af8

Either of these will do the trick. The link you supplied was for using a laptop on a plane or in a car.


Michael.

[Silver Surfer]

Or get something that's really up to the job;-

http://www.maplin.co.uk/module.aspx?moduleno=231

Mike

[kebang]

I'm been using a 'NEWSTAR' Model NSC-40 switching power supply. This accepts input AC 100-240v 50/60Hz. output is variable; at 15v its 4.5Amp. I've been using it with my Hornby DCC controller for 6mths with no problems. It was purchased in a local hardware store at a third of the price of Horby's 4Amp power supply.