Using the red 0603 SMD LEDs
The red SMD LEDs in 0603 package are made for tail lighting. The connecting wires are already soldered on: the red wire is the anode (+), the blue one the cathode (−).
On our lighting boards, you connect the LEDs directly to the tail light terminals – the series resistor and brightness control are already there. Several 0603 LEDs are connected in parallel. If you are fitting out several coaches, the larger packs are worthwhile.
What else you need
- for direct connection: a Universal Lighting Board or Lighting Board for Compartment Coaches – otherwise a suitable series resistor
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a series resistor on the lighting board?
No. The tail light terminals on our lighting boards already have a series resistor and a brightness control.
