Dutch Model Train Blog
Dutch Model Trains
Nederlandse Model Spoorwegen
Hi and welcome to my website about Dutch model trains, previously NLMS, Nederlandse Model Spoorwegen.
Here I post the progress of my current hO scale model train layout, which I started in October 2024. I created this website sometime back in the early 2000’s, before I started my previous layout, and after moving into my new home. Most of my model trains are from the 1980’s while I was living in the Netherlands. In 1988 all of my model trains, scenery and accessories were packed up in moving boxes, waiting for the moment that, once again, has now come. Between 2012 and 2024 my hobby and this website was on a temporary hold.
Modular servo motor control
Recently I learned about a new, low cost, way of controlling movement in model train layouts. The servo motor. Since I have no experience with this little “can do anything” thingy, I went online to do some research. One of the things I quickly learned was that controlling the servo motor does not work with regular DC volt, but PWM, …
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Creality K1 SE 3D printer
3D printers are becoming more and more affordable, as is the material we use to print with. I use mostly PLA in my accessory prints, two things to keep in mind though are the strength needed and temperature environment our printed models will be living in. But in general PLA will fit the bill, not only is it the cost-effective …
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