2022 Amherst Model Train Electronics: The electronics and control systems listed here are featured at Amherst Railway Society Railroad Hobby Show in West Springfield, Massachusetts.
Dwarvin Enterprises Ltd 2S Lamp Lighter
2S lamp lighter. Light source for fiber optics. Almost twice as bright as the Lamplighter 2. $145; with 60 feet of fiber optic (choice of diameter), $159. Dwarvin Enterprises Ltd., dwarvin.com
Dwarvin Enterprises Lamplighter Dedicated Flasher Kit (DFL)
Flasher unit kit dedicated to the lamp lighter (DFL). Includes two level crossings, two detectors and a level crossing bell. Plug the detector and bell wires into the unit, insert the optical fibers from the crossings and install them on the network. No programming or soldering required. Available in N and HO scales (with and without power supply). $129.95 to $138.98. Dwarvin Enterprises Ltd., dwarvin.com
Dwarvin Enterprises Gooseneck Lamps
Gooseneck lamps. HO and N scales with fiber optics. New reduced diameter tube (HO streetlights are 28% thinner; N scale streetlights are 25% thinner). Three-pack, $22.50. Dwarvin Enterprises Ltd., dwarvin.com
Deepwoods Software/The Country Robot ESP32 Pulse-Width Modulated “Half-Siding” Board Kit
ESP32 Pulse Width Modulated “Half Cladding” Board Kit. Includes two stall motor drivers with point sensing, two opto-isolator type occupancy sensors (will operate with DC or digitally controlled power), and 16 PWM LED drivers for LED signal lamps. The kit includes a base board with all SMD components installed. A small number of through-hole parts (terminals, connectors, and pin and socket headers, all included) need to be soldered. A Lily Go TTGO-T1 MCU will also be included; a USB key containing the software; and a 40+ page booklet showing how to assemble the board, compile and download software, and how to install, wire, and configure the board on a model railroad. Price to be announced. Deepwoods/The Country Robot Software, 978-633-5364, thecountryrobot.com
Lionel Base3 control system
Base3 control system. Operate all Lionel motors from LionChief to Legacy with just one remote. Built-in WiFi for smartphone control with Cab3 app. Four-digit address capability with Cab3 application and VisionLine Norfolk and Western Class A steam locomotives. Three LCS connectors for better connection and layout control. $499.99. Lionel LLC, 586-949-4100, lionel.com
SoundTraxx Tsunami2 TSU-BH1 decoders
Tsunami2 TSU-BH1 decoders. Alco, Electro-Motive Division and General Electric versions. Upgrade for Bachmann HO Sound Value diesel locomotives including Alco FA-2, FB-2, RS-3, S-4; Electromotive division E7A, F7, GP7, GP30, GP38-2, GP40, SD40-2 and SD70ACe; and General Electric ES44AC. Has eight function outputs compatible with light-emitting diodes; 2A maximum motor stall current; 2 watt, 8 ohm load audio amplifier; 100mA maximum operating current (each output); and 16 sound channels. Can be used on 7.5V to 22V digital command control channel voltage. Includes connector to easily add a CurrentKeeper (#810140 or 810160), both sold separately. Measures 97 x 16 x 7.7mm. $121.95. Sound Traxx, 970-259-0690, soundtraxx.com
SoundTraxx Tsunami2 TSU-BH2
TSU-BH2 Tsunami2 decoder. Upgrade for Bachmann HO Sound Value 2-6-0, 2-8-0, 4-6-2, Norfolk & Western Class J and Southern Pacific GS-4 steam locomotives. Has eight function outputs; 2A maximum motor stall current; 2 watt, 8 ohm load audio amplifier; 100mA maximum operating current (each output); and 16 sound channels. Can be used on 7.5V to 22V digital command control channel voltage. Measures 45 x 28 x 7.5mm. $121.95. Sound Traxx, 970-259-0690, soundtraxx.com
Train Control Systems CS-105 5 Amp Command Station
CS-105 5 Amp Command Station. First layout command control command post. 5A continuous power supply, Wi-Fi and wired accelerator support and RailCom support. Can be updated in the field. Price to be announced. Train Control Systems, 215-453-9145, tcsdcc.com
Train Control Systems LT-50, throttle and control station
LT-50 throttle and control station. UWT-50 style wired throttle, 2A continuous power supply and panel mount rail interface. Expandable with additional controllers and a booster. Price to be announced. Train Control Systems, 215-453-9145, tcsdcc.com
UWT-50 Train Control Systems Utility Wi-Fi Accelerator
UWT-50 Utility WiFi Booster. Large knob for speed control, wireless operation via Wi-Fi and full text display with JMRI list support. Includes two AA batteries. $219.95. Train Control Systems, 215-453-9145, tcsdcc.com
PIKO America Large Scale Remote Control Locomotive Receiver
Remote control locomotive receiver. Provides up to 5A (6A peak) with pure DC output safe for analog operation of most digital command control decoders. Includes a handheld remote that can control two relay type functions like horn/whistle and bell. The receiver board includes an integrated rectifier, a mode switch for the voltage output range, eight selectable remote control channels, etc. Can be used for track or battery powered locomotives. $119.99. PIKO America, 619-280-2800, piko-america.com
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