NCE PowerCab distance

[Lake]

Amazing how something so simple can be made so complicated.

[alexstan]

Thanks Randy. I’m pretty certain my layout will remain simple but you never know.

And if your layout gets more complicated, you can always buy the SB3.

[Doughless]

Just bought the Power Cab starter system for $148 including shipping. I will hook it up and learn it, then will get the additional panel, cable, and throttle later. Looks like they make a 40 foot cable too.

Thanks to everyone for your help.

[tstage]

$148 w/shipping is a good price, Doughless. Keep us posted when you have a chance to use your Power Cab some, or if you have any additional questions.

Tom

[Doug_from_Michigan]

No, you don’t need the SB3a for an extra throttle. You can plug it into the RIGHT connector port of the PCP panel…or daisy-chain a UTP panel(s) to the back of the PCP panel to add them to the fascia of your layout.

Prices from Tony’s Train Exchange and Empire Train & Hobby:

• (1) CAB-06 throttle: $80
• (1) UTP panel: $16
• (1) 10’ RG12 Cable (for daisy-chaining): $6

Total min. cost: $102

Your Power Cab would still need to be connected to your layout because it is what supplies power to your track. However, you’d be able to unplug and plug your throttle into any available connector port you have around your layout.

Tom

This is what I did, and it worked out great. Much cheaper than going wireless.