Using the axle pickups
For coach lighting to receive power, the coach needs current collection at the wheels. Our axle pickups fit all common H0 bogies; matching holes are provided for the ‘nipples’ under Roco bogies. The current collection is then soldered to the solder pads of the lighting board.
What else you need
Note: Some Era II coaches have bogies with a particularly long wheelbase. The axle pickups may not be suitable for these coaches.
Frequently asked questions
How many axle pickups do I need per coach?
That depends on the bogie and the reliability you want. The more wheels pick up current, the more reliable the supply – the capacitor of our lighting boards bridges the rest.
