Dcc system for ho scale!

[44 gevo]

I was thinking of going dcc and wondered what would be the best affordable system to get that wont break the bank in price. I would want one that could handle say up to 6 to 10 trains on a say 20x20 layout aprox..

[thpbears]

I got a NCE powercab a few months ago. It is simple and isn't that much. I think it can handle 4-6 trains but they make a power booster that you can pick up on ebay fairly cheap also. This is the only one I have hands on with.

[44 gevo]

Hey thpbears What model nce power cab did u buy . Their is a 525 or the 524.

[44 gevo]

I think im going with the NCE dcc starter set their is a model 524-25 and a 525-25 anyone know what the difference is between the two?

[fireball451]

NCE PowerCab is the way to go as a starter set.
NCE PowerPro or PowerPro are larger systems.
The PowerCab can turn into a ProCab on the larger systems.
Just make sure of the name before you order.
A POWERCAB can be purchased for around $150ish or so.
I have a PowerPro 5 amp system and a PowerCab System.
NCE is THE most user friendly system and the best system available in my opinion.

[fireball451]

I think im going with the NCE dcc starter set their is a model 524-25 and a 525-25 anyone know what the difference is between the two?

Not too sure about those numbers...
NCE usually just has "POWERCAB" as the part number...
Will have to check my box.

[44 gevo]

 thank you I don't know what the difference is but iwant to get my moneys worth power wise.

[fireball451]

The PowerCab is a home starter set. If you have a very large layout, running multiple trains, then you would need a PowerPro system. There is a booster available to expand the PowerCab. It should run 4 HO engines no problem without a booster. I have run 4 sound engines with mine.