TVR1707822112 Posted March 26 Share Posted March 26 Hey folks I recently picked up a couple of Bachmann's Mk1 Pullmans with lights - as far as I know there is no DCC socket - I assume then they are compatible on DCC without a decoder? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ntpntpntp Posted March 26 Share Posted March 26 I have no knowledge of these particular coaches, but I'd say that's big and potentially risky assumption to make. In the days of real bulbs (not LEDs) it was common to have to change out the bulbs for higher voltage versions to be safe with DCC. With LEDs there'll need to be some rectification built in for them to work on DC in either direction of travel, but the electronics might be designed more for nominal 12V rather than the 15V+ of DCC (yeah it's only a few more volts but some manufacturers save on costs by skimping on headroom for component specifications). My guess is they'll be awfully bright on DCC 😞 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brew Man Posted March 26 Share Posted March 26 If not flickery. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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