DL-1 Oscillating Ditch Lights

DL-1 Oscillating Ditch Lights

Details:

Bring modern locomotive lighting to life with the Circuitron DL-1 Ditch Light Flasher. Designed to accurately replicate the alternating pilot-mounted safety lights used on contemporary North American locomotives, the DL-1 creates a highly realistic operating effect that enhances the appearance of diesel locomotives on any model railway layout.

The unit alternately flashes two included 1.7mm high-intensity lens-end lamps, closely simulating the distinctive ditch light operation seen on many prototype railroads. Ideal for HO scale and larger locomotives, the DL-1 adds an extra level of realism to modern diesel operations and can be installed in both powered and dummy locomotive models.

One of the DL-1's standout features is its adjustable flash rate capability. Since prototype ditch light flash patterns vary between railroads, the timing resistor can be replaced to alter the flash frequency, allowing modellers to tailor the lighting effect to match their chosen prototype. For even greater flexibility, a variable trimmer resistor can be fitted to provide a wide range of flash rate adjustments.

The compact circuit board is designed for easy installation inside most locomotive bodies and operates from a low-voltage 2.4V to 3.0V DC power source. Power can be supplied using batteries or via Circuitron TP-2 or TP-3 Track Power Adapters for layouts equipped with track-powered rolling stock. An optional DPST or DPDT switch can also be installed to bypass the flashing circuit and illuminate the ditch lights continuously when required.

Features:

• Alternately flashes two included 1.7mm high-intensity ditch light lamps
• Customisable flash rate to match different railroad prototypes
• Optional switch installation allows constant-on ditch light operation

Additional Information:

• Lamp Type: Two 1.7mm high-intensity lens-end lamps (included)
• Operating Voltage: 2.4V – 3.0V DC
• Power Source: Batteries or Circuitron TP-2 / TP-3 Track Power Adapters
• Flash Operation: Alternating ditch light effect
• Flash Rate: User adjustable via timing resistor modification
• Optional Operation: Constant-on mode with DPST or DPDT switch
• Suitable Scale: HO Scale and larger

Measurements:

• Circuit Board Length: 27.9 mm
• Circuit Board Width: 15.2 mm
• Circuit Board Height: 10.2 mm
• Lamp Diameter: 1.7 mm