The K0D8-D is a N-scale drop-in decoder for Kato B-unit locomotives. Examples include the following:
Kato:
- PB-1
- F3B
- F7B
- E9B
See the installation pages for a full list of compatible engines!
Note: The K0D8 line of decoders are available with different lighting configurations. Pay special attention to the compatibility. The K0D8-D does not include any on-board LED’s.
- Back EMF Load Compensation:
Provides superior slow speed control and high performance under load. - Quiet Drive:
Super-quiet motor control for “buzz” free motor performance. - DC Mode:
Decoder will automatically detect DC power. You can also configure how your lighting effects function on DC. - RailCom®:
This feature allows the decoder to talk to the command station. RailCom supports expansion for new features. - Variable Momentum:
Allows you to make custom acceleration and deceleration curves. - LED Support:
This product does not require external resistors when connecting LED’s. - Incandescent Bulb Support:
This decoder can be used with 12 Volt bulbs. - Function Remapping:
Buttons 0 through 12 may be used to control the lighting functions of this decoder. - Programmable Lighting Effects:
Choose from 20 separate user-programmable lighting effects! - Dimmable Brightness:
Configure multiple different brightness levels for your LED’s or incandescent bulbs. - Decoder Lock:
Feature which prevents accidental/unwanted programming while activated. - Airwire™ Compatible:
Fully compatible with Airwire™ operation. - User-Loadable Speed Tables:
Configure custom speed curves and set speed limits.