Lenz 10490 Power 1 for Gold Decoder USP

Power 1 for Gold Decoder USP

POWER-1 is an energy storage module for use with GOLD Series decoders. This storage unit supplies the decoder and the locomotive with power when there is an interruption of electrical connection to the track (e.g. dirty tracks).

The USP circuit of the GOLD decoders allows the decoder to receive the DCC signal without a direct electrical connection to the track. During the period where track electrical power is not present the USP circuit switches to the backup power provided from the POWER-1 storage module to ensure continued control of the motor. If digital information is no longer transmitted, the motor will be deactivated. This prevents the locomotive wheels from continuing to turn, for example: in the case of a derailment. POWER-1 is like an "electronic flywheel", but thanks to the USP technology the stored energy is used only when necessary.