{"product_id":"dc-analogue-stay-alive","title":"DC (analogue) stay-alive capacitor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLooking for the 8 pin version? Please see notes at the end of this description.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stay-alive for DC loco's? Yes it's possible!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur stay-alive capacitors are easy to fit and come in a range of sizes to suit most loco types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wired version comes with flying leads and is best suited to older Hornby and Lima loco's (pre-DCC)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn 8 pin version ready to plug directly into an 8 pin socket normally used for a DCC decoder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, three sizes of capacitor are available. A small size which is 10mm wide by 16mm long. A large size which is 13mm wide by 20mm long. The SuperCap measures 18mm wide by 47mm long. We always recommend fitting the largest size possible to get the best performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor most older pre-DCC locos we recommend the pre-wired version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitting is easy, for the wired version, simply solder the wires directly across the motor. For most Hornby and Lima ringfield and pancake motors, the contacts are easily accessible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll see an instant improvement. In tests on an old Hornby ringfield motor fitted with the large stay-alive capacitor the motor would continue to run for 46% greater distance without power. With the SuperCap version it's over 200%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note we have specially selected the right capacitor for this application, do not attempt to solder a normal capacitor across your motor, you will likely cause damage!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition we have found this capacitor \u003cstrong\u003eDOES NOT\u003c\/strong\u003e work with the Hornby R7229 analogue controller.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease also note that generally speaking the newer the motor, the less current it will require and therefore the more effective our capacitors will be. Motors designed in the 1960's (such as the Triang X04) do require a lot of current and therefore the effect of our capacitors is minimal, even with the SuperCap version. You could overcome this by fitting several capacitors connected in parallel across the motor if you have the space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes of availability of 8 pin version\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe know these are very popular however we sometimes have difficulty supplying the little 8 pin boards. We don't manufacture them but salvage them from scrap decoders or spare DC plugs when doing a DCC conversion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are wanting the 8 pin stay-alive version have any spare 8 pin boards (either cut off a decoder or a DC blanking plug) then you can send them to us at Hobby Trax, Ford, Lochgilphead PA31 8RJ. We will solder a capacitor to it and return it to you for the same price as a wired one.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobby Trax","offers":[{"title":"Small capacitor with wires","offer_id":56062687019340,"sku":"3784-9923","price":6.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large capacitor with wires","offer_id":56062687052108,"sku":"3784-9924","price":8.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small capacitor with 8 pin DCC plug","offer_id":56062687084876,"sku":"3784-9925","price":10.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large capacitor with 8 pin DCC plug","offer_id":56062687117644,"sku":"3784-9926","price":12.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Super Cap with wires","offer_id":56062687150412,"sku":"3784-9927","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Super Cap with 8 pin DCC plug","offer_id":56062687183180,"sku":"3784-9928","price":20.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4428\/3980\/files\/DSC04610.jpg?v=1764079858","url":"https:\/\/hobbytrax.co.nz\/products\/dc-analogue-stay-alive","provider":"Hobby Trax Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}