[merkit the grof]

The question of whether to use diodes or resistors was decided after enquiring at LSC about the braking technology built into their plug points. LSC use resistors and the general view is that this isn't really a good solution because it doesn't just soften the brakes, it changes the behaviour of the brakes. The voltage dropped by resistor is dependent on the current passing whereas a diode drops a fixed voltage.
AlanW

The variable resistance of the track wiring/rails is present all the time, I can't understand why adding some resistance  in the controller/separate box would make a difference.
In practical terms what is different about the brake behaviour between the 2 methods?


Joel