Kit Instructions
General Kits
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 37C | Dual Turnout Solenoid Motor Driver (1000uF) | Fitted with 1000uF capacitors suitable for standard twin-coil solenoid point motors such as PECO or SEEP where lower power operation is desired such as N gauge or 2-wire KATO Unitrack point motors. A set of relay contacts are available for frog polarity switching. | ||
| 37D | Dual Turnout Solenoid Motor Driver (2200uF) | Fitted with 2200uF capacitors suitable for standard twin-coil solenoid point motors such as PECO or SEEP. A set of relay contacts are available for frog polarity switching. | ||
| 470 | Dapol Signal Conversion Kit | Parts to convert a Dapol 00 or N scale signal from 15V AC to 5 - 12V DC on/off operation (signal not included). | 847 kB |  |
| 49 | 12VDC CDU Solenoid Driver | Capacitor Discharge Unit for solenoid point motors powered from 12V DC. | 611 kB | |
| 60 | 5V DC Adaptor Kit | Although the kit is primarily aimed at 12V DC to 5V DC conversion, the PCB includes other options. Now updated with input and output terminal blocks plus a new PCB featuring both AC adaptor(max 12Vac) and DC adaptor (max 16Vdc) options. Note the highest input voltages may require a TO220 heatsink (not supplied in the kit). | 383 kB | |
| 61 | Gas Lamp Twinkler | Includes a small PCB and all components to simulate flickering lamps. | 562 kB | |
| 68 | 2ch DC or DCC diode drop Block Detector (Train-on-Track-Indicator, ToTi-2) | New 2-channel detector. Requires split power supply Kit 69. | 748 kB | |
| 69 | ±5V Dual Power Supply Regulator kit for ToTI Kits | Derives ±5V DC from 12V DC input. | 540 kB | |
| 72A | Dual Hector, Infra-red train detector kit | Twin channel infra-red train detector. | 1.3 MB | |
| 72B | Hector Double Sensor Head kit | Twin replacement sensor heads for the Hector infra-red train detector kit 72A. | 491 kB | |
| 75A | Servo4-G | Drives 4 model aircraft servos for turnouts, level crossing gates, semaphore signals, etc. Updated kit using 12V DC only. | 650 kB | |
| 76B | ServoSet2, Setting box for kit 75, Servo4 | Used for setting servo positions on a Servo4 | ||
| 77 | Servo1 Single Servo Driver | Supplied with EzySema4 firmware. Requires Kit 77S for setting up. | 376 kB | |
| 77R | Servo1R Single Servo Driver with Relay | Supplied with EzyRemote firmware. Incorporates relay for frog switching etc. Requires Kit 77S for setting up. Multipack now available. | 622 kB | |
| 77RM | Servo1R Servo Driver 5 Multipack | 5 kit multipack of our Servo1R kit 77R. | ||
| 77S | Setting Box for kits 77 & 77R | 720 kB | |
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| 79 | Turntable Controller (Stepper Motor) | Includes components to construct a 12Vdc drive electronic, turntable controller module using a stepper motor. Stepper Motor and gear box not included. Knobs, switches and LEDs extra in Control Pack 79C. | 970 kB | |
| 79C | Turntable Control Pack | Includes switches, knobs and LEDS for Turntable Controller Kit 79. | 180 kB | |
DCC Kits
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 175 | Frog Polarity Switch (FPS) | Multi-function frog/crossing polarity switch, kit builds 2 units for 2 turnouts. Fully automatic operation usually used with DCC though some modes also work with conventional DC powered track. Can be self powered from DCC track or use an external 5V or 12V DC regulated power supply. It can also be used with a servo when it can be set to switch at the mid-point of travel. Please check the full manual available on the kit page for all its capabilities. Price is for two modules. | ||
| 50 | 2ch DCC only Current Transformer Block Detector, DTC2 | A redesigned 2-channel detector based upon the original DTC8 kit. | 433 kB | |
| 52 | DCC Accessory Decoder (pulsed outputs) | For solenoid operated turnouts | 524 kB | |
| 53A | DCC Accessory Decoder (steady state output for constant drive turnouts, eg Tortoises) 4-channel Bipolar | For motor-operated turnouts, eg Tortoise etc. New PCB. | ||
| 56A | 8ch DCC only Current Transformer Block Detector, DTC8 | A recast layout of the original 8-channel kit. | 895 kB | |
| 57 | DCC District Cutout | District Cutout Module DCO. Firmware is DCOR1-2a which is compatible with Railcom. | 958 kB | |
| 59A | DCC Booster Kit NB2 | Updated DCC Booster kit that can be configured for either 4.5A or 8.5A output. NOTE: Usually used with a 15V DC power supply but will work with a 12V DC power supply which may be more suitable for N gauge. See item 774 for suitable 15V 6A power supply or item 772 for a suitable 12V 5A power supply for the 4.5A booster version only. | 4.1 MB | |
CBUS Explorer
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 110 | Arduino CAN Shield | The shield adds a CAN interface to an ARDUINO so that Users can craft CBUS functionality |
Tools
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 793 | 26SWG Solder | Nominal 5m length of Tin/Lead/Silver 26SWG solder especially for SMD work. Not intended for general use. | ||
| 794 | Bending Jig | This simple tool makes bending leads of axial components simplicity itself. Priced each - colour may vary. | ||
| 795 | Track/PCB Cleaner block | Priced each | ||
| 799 | Measure of Patience | Specially introduced for those of you who find it hard to wait for a new module that has been talked about on the Forum but which is taking too long to appear in the Kit Locker. Limited to one per order. |
Miscellaneous
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 472A | Telescope Ferrule for Dual Hector | Brass ferrule for Dual Hector phototransistor | ||
| 498 | Voltage Detector Dongle Kit for CBUS | Prevents firmware corruption on CBUS kits with 25K or 26K Pics and 16MHz resonators or crystals. Slots onto the module's ICSP header. | 201 kB | |
| 625 | 4-way Pluggable Connectors : 5 Pack | 5 pack 4-way pluggable connectors as used in Kit 25, CBUS and other Buses | ||
| 673 | CAB Holder | Laser-cut MDF fret to make a holder for your CANCAB. | 465 kB | |
| 676 | Uses CBUS Label | A loyalty plaque for CBUS aficionados (70 x 45mm) | ||
| 677 | CBUS Free Zone Label | An alternative plaque for those of us who don't use CBUS (70 x 45mm) | ||
| 678A | RJ22 Twin Faceplate | A face plate (69 x 44mm) with our new logo for your CANRJ22H/V plug-in points. Picture shows alternate legends printed each side. Priced each. | ||
| 679A | MERG Publicity Label | New logo publicity plaque (70 x 45mm) to display on your layout | ||
| 6920 | Tactile Switch for CANCAB | |||
| 6921 | Button Cap for CANCAB - Ivory | |||
| 6922 | Button Cap for CANCAB - Black | |||
| 6923 | Button Cap for CANCAB - Yellow | |||
| 6924 | Button Cap for CANCAB - Red | |||
| 6925 | Button Cap for CANCAB - Green | |||
| 6926 | Button Cap for CANCAB - Blue | |||
| 758 | FDV304P SMD CBUS Transistors (4) | 4-pack as used in CANLED Kit 82 and CANPAN Kit 97 | ||
| 764A | Label fascia for CANCAB2 Handset Kit 92P/E | As supplied in CAB Kit 92p and 92e. Updated with current MERG logo. | ||
| 7919 | Spacer/Bracket sprue for CANCAB2 | Replacement spacers and bracket used in the CANCAB2 | ||
| 7921 | 100k Speed Pot for CANCAB | Speed pot used in both orignal CANCAB and CAB2 pot version. | ||
| 7921E | CANCAB2 Rotary Encoder for Kit 92E | Rotary Encoder with push switch as used in Kit 92E | ||
| 93AH | CAB Plug-in Point with horizontal RJ22 sockets | Additional plug-in points for your hand-held CAB. | ||
| 93AV | CAB Plug-in Point with vertical RJ22 sockets | Additional plug-in points for your hand-held CAB. |
ICs
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 724P | EzyBus Controller Microprocessor | ATMEGA328P-PU 28 pin DIP IC programmed for the EZYBUS Controller Module kit 24 | ||
| 755 | MCP2551-I/P CAN Transceiver | Through hole item - as used in Classic CBUS Kits | ||
| 756 | MCP2562-E/P CAN Transceiver | As used in some CBUS-2G Kits | ||
| 759 | MCP2515-I/P | CAN Controller for CANPiCAP | ||
| 775P-OUT | ATMEGA328P-PU | ATMEGA328P-PU 28 pin DIP IC programmed for the EZYBUS Output Module kit 22 | ||
| 781 | TBD62083APG MOSFET Driver | Low-side driver as used in several of our kits. | ||
| 781A | TBD62783APG MOSFET Driver | High-side driver as used in some of our kits. The complement to Kit 781. | ||
| 783 | L6388E Half Bridge MOSFET Driver | As used in NB2 Booster Kit 59A. | ||
| 784 | CD74HC238 Decoder/Multiplexer | As used in CANPAN Kit 97. | ||
| 785 | TLC5917N LED Driver | Sink LED Driver | ||
| 786 | MCP2561FD CAN Transceiver | CAN Transceiver as used in CANCAB2P | ||
| 787 | MIC4426YN MOSFET Driver | MOSFET Driver as used in CANSOL Kit 94 and CANCMD2 Kit 91a | ||
| 788 | MCP23017 Expander IC for EzyBus Input Module | MCP23017 Expander Chip for EzyBus Input Module |
General Kit PCBs
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 9145 | ATC2-CORE PCB | ATC2 Core PCB used in kit 145 | ||
| 9145P | ATC2-CORE-PANEL PCB | ATC2 Core Panel PCB used in kit 145 | ||
| 9146 | ATC2-ENDS and PROFILES PCB | ATC2 Ends and Profiles PCB used in kits 146 and 147 | ||
| 9147P | ATC2-PROFILES-PANEL PCB | ATC2 Profiles Panel PCB used in kit 147 | ||
| 9148 | ATC2-MPS PCB | ATC2 MPS PCB used in kit 148 | ||
| 9151 | LCB Connector Board PCB | PCB for LCB Connector Board | ||
| 9152 | Layout Power Distribution PCB | PCB for the Power Distribution throughout the layout | ||
| 921 | U-RLY Universal Relay Mounting PCB | New design, PCB only. | 438 kB | |
| 922a | EzyBus Output PCB rev2 | EzyBus Output module PCB powered from 12Vdc using the Kit 422 ATMEGA328P to drive 8 Servos, 8 Outputs as used in the current Kit 22. | ||
| 923 | EzyBus Input PCB rev 3 | PCB for the EZYBUS Input Module kit 23 - note that this is an upgrade from the former Input Module PCB | 8.0 MB | |
| 924 | EzyBus Controller PCB | EzyBus Controller PCB | ||
| 936 | SD2 Signal Driver PCB | Single PCB as used in Kit 36 SD2-4 | ||
| 9436 | PCB for SD2-SMD | Signal Driver Surface Mount PCB | ||
| 9461 | PCB for SMD Gas Lamp Twinkler | Gas Lamp Twinkler Surface Mount PCB | ||
| 9470 | PCB for Dapol Signal Conversion | PCB for Kit 470 | ||
| 949 | 12V CDU PCB | 12V CDU PCB | ||
| 960 | PCB for Unversal PSU | PCB used for universal regulated Power Supply. | ||
| 961 | Gas Lamp Twinkler PCB (TH) | For through-hole kit | ||
| 968 | PCB for 2Ch ToTI Kit 68 | |||
| 969 | PCB for Split PSU Kit 69 | |||
| 972A | Dual Hector PCB | |||
| 975G | Servo4G Rev1 PCB | PCB for Servo4 G | ||
| 976B | ServoSet2 PCB | As used in ServoSet2 Kit 76B. This is now a double sided PCB which allowed improved component markings and slightly revised connections compared to the older 76A. | ||
| 977 | Servo1 PCB | As used in new kit 77 | ||
| 977R | Servo1R PCB | As used in new kit 77R | ||
| 979 | Stepper Motor Turntable Controller PCB | See kit 761P for programmed PIC | 1.1 MB | |
Clearance
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 404 | PTP-Lite HV Backplane Kit - SMD | Contains components to build a 3-wide High Voltage Backplane (one only shown here). Will accept up to 3 additional Modules to grow your Starter Set. 2 only available. | 1.0 MB | |
| 409 | PTP-Lite Address Setter Kit - SMD | Contains components to build the module to set the address of your PTP-Lite Modules. Listed in case you lose or damage the one included in your Starter Set. 2 only available. | 486 kB | |
| 750SMP | Programmed PIC12F683 for Servo1 | Discontinued | ||
| 901.4 | TM4 CANLED Test Module PCB | Discontinued | 849 kB | |
| 980 | CANUSB USB I/F PCB | As used in superseded Kit 80 (Mike Bolton's Design). Available while stocks last! |
Power Supplies
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 771 | 5V 5A DC Power Supply | Uprated version of our Switched Mode Power Supply suitable for PTP-Lite, RFID, and some Classic CBUS Kits. Includes 2.1mm DC power socket. Source your own standard Fig 8 mains power lead or use kit 780. | 217 kB | |
| 772 | 12V 5A DC Power Supply | Switched Mode Power Supply suitable for MERG designs requiring 12V DC such as the 2nd generation CBUS modules. Includes 2.1mm DC power socket. Source your own standard Fig 8 mains power lead or use Kit 780. | 83 kB | |
| 773 | 15V 3A DC Power Supply | Switched Mode Power Supply suitable for the ATC/Shuttle kits, most Classic CBUS, and CANCMD2. Includes 2.1mm DC power socket. Source your own standard Fig 8 mains power lead or use Kit 780. | 64 kB | |
| 774 | 15V 6A DC Power Supply | Switched Mode Power Supply suitable for the 5A DCC Booster. Includes 2.1mm DC power socket. Source your own 'Clover Leaf' mains power lead or kit 774P. | 33 kB | |
| 774P | C5 (Clover Leaf) Power Lead | C5 (Clover Leaf) Power Lead for use with Kit 774. Complete with 13A plug fitted with a 3A Fuse. | ||
| 776 | 18V 3.6A DC Power Supply | Switched Mode Power Supply suitable for powering SuperBloc and old CANCMD kits. Includes 2.1mm DC power socket. Source your own standard Fig 8 mains power lead or use Kit 780.. | 64 kB | |
| 779 | DC Socket CLB-JL53 | 5A TB Plug for our range of SM-PSUs, 5.5 x 2.1mm centre pin. As supplied with all PSUs except Kit 771 (5V).. | 70 kB | |
| 780 | C7 PSU Power Cable | PSU power cable with a C7 (Figure 8) Socket and 13A Plug fitted with a 3A fuse. Suitable for Kits 771, 772, 773 and 776. NOT SUITABLE FOR KIT 774. |
CBUS PCBs
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 911 | PCB CAN.FLIM.IO-E | For kit 11 CANVOUT and kit 13 CANVSERVO | 1.8 MB | |
| 9110 | PCB for Arduino CAN Shield | PCB for the Arduino CAN shield kit 110 | ||
| 9111 | CAN-Pico02_2515 PCB | This module PCB provides CAN port interfacing to a Raspberry Pi Pico which sits onboard as a daughter module. It has a number of headers to accommodate optional mezzanine driver boards or an OLED display module. This enables access to several of the Pico’s I/O pins. A suitable mezzanine board is kit 9112 Pico Mezz01. | ||
| 9112 | Pico MEZZ01 PCB | This is an interface module PCB that plugs into the 16 pin header of the Pico02 module. It provides basic signal conditioning for the 8 digital I/O lines and a header to access the 3 analogue inputs. | ||
| 912 | PCB CAN.FLIM.IO-O | For Kit 12 CANVINP | ||
| 914 | PCB CAN.FLIM.IO-F | For Kit 14 CANV4BIP | ||
| 9193A | CANACTOUT RJ22 PCB RevC | Combined CANACT and CANRJ22 CAB plug-in as used by Kit 193 | ||
| 928 | CANOUT PCB | PCB for CANOUT | ||
| 929 | CANINP PCB | PCB for CANINP | ||
| 9391 | MioADD PCB | PCB for MioADD | ||
| 9392 | MioADDSVO PCB | MIOAddSVO PCB to provide a servo powered output for CANMIO via the header socket | ||
| 980A | CANUSB4 I/F PCB | As used in the Kit 80A | ||
| 993A | CANCAB Plug Point Dual PCB | PCB for Kit 93AH/93AV | 27 kB | |
| 993S | CANCAB Plug Point Single PCB | Single PCB for Kit 93AH/93AV | ||
| 994A | CANSOL 94A Rev 5 PCB | CANSOL Rev5 PCB | ||
| 997 | CANPAN Mimic Panel Interface PCB | As used in the CANPAN Kit 97 | ||
| 998B | CANMIO Rev K PCB | Revision K PCB for CANMIO |
SMD Starter Kits
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 436 | SD2 Colour Light Signal Driver SMD | Single channel SMD Version of our SD2 Kit 36. Drives 2, 3 or 4 aspect signals. | 916 kB | |
| 461 | Gas Lamp Twinkler SMD | Includes a small PCB and all SMD components to simulate flickering lamps | 802 kB | |
Servo Mounts
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 681 | Point Motor - Micro-Servo Mount | Contains 6 sets of plastic frets, locking nuts and bolts and length of piano wire to build 6 basic point motors using 9g servos. | 1,003 kB | |
| 682 | Point Motor - Horizontal Kit | Contains 6 plastic parts to convert 6 point motor servo kits (681) to horizontal operation (red parts only). | 153 kB | |
| 683 | Microswitch Pack | Pack of 12 lever type microswitches with mounting nuts and bolts suitable for Kit 681 Point Motor Servo Mount. | 171 kB | |
| 684 | Single Arm Semaphore Mount | 3D printed servo mount for single arm semaphore signal. Suitable for 9g servos. | 222 kB | |
| 685 | Double Arm Semaphore Mount | 3D printed servo mount for double arm semaphore signal. Suitable for 9g servos. | 233 kB | |
| 686 | Quad Arm Semaphore Mount | 3D printed servo mount for quad arm semaphore signal. Suitable for 9g servos. | 222 kB | |
| 687 | Removable Mount for Semaphore Mounts | Adds removable mount for five of kits 684, 685, and 686. | 420 kB | |
| 688 | Magnet Pack for Demountable Kit | Pack of 10 super-magnets for use with Demountable Kit 687. | 132 kB | |
| 689 | Colour Light Signal Mount Kit | 3D printed mounts for five colour light signals (signals not included). | 168 kB | |
| 690A | Level Crossing Gate Servo Mount | 3D printed servo mount for vertical shaft. Revised slimline design for 9g servos, with separate microswitch mount |
Pocket Money Projects
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 802 | PMP2 - LDR Train Detector | LDR Detector, works with DC and DCC. | 336 kB | |
| 803 | PMP3 - Servo Tester/Controller | Controls the movement of a single servo (sold separately). Ideal for experimentation or testing servos. | 427 kB | |
| 805 | PMP5 - Logic Probe | Tells you whether a point on a circuit is at 5V or 0V. | 280 kB | |
| 806 | PMP6 - 12V Supply | Derives a light duty 12V DC supply from a 15V AC input. Use to power other PMPs only! | 278 kB | |
| 808 | PMP8 - Multi Purpose Flasher V2 | This project has four possible operating modes. Now with welding afterglow! | 500 kB | |
| 809 | PMP9 - 4-way Traffic Lights | This kit simulates UK and Continental road traffic lights, producing the correct switching sequence. | 622 kB | |
| 811 | PMP11 - LED Dimmer | Dims a number of LEDs using pulse width modulation. | 411 kB | |
| 812 | PMP12 - Random Lights | Switches up to 10 lights on and off randomly. | 463 kB | |
| 813 | PMP13 - Lighthouse Simulator | Simulates a variety of UK lighthouses or aircraft warning lights. | 377 kB | |
| 814 | PMP14 - Decoder Test Rig | Set up and test DCC decoders. | 397 kB | |
| 816 | PMP16 - Turnout Position Sensor | Detects position of your turnouts on DCC. | 579 kB | |
| 817 | PMP17 - Automatic Signals | Detects an approaching train and automatically turn the lights to green for a period until the train passes. | 577 kB | |
| 819 | PMP19 - Automatic Coach Lighting | An automatic lighting system where the coach lights only come on when the train is moving. | 768 kB | |
| 820 | PMP20 - Versatile Timer | Timer can be set up for long and short events and intervals. | 412 kB | |
| 821 | PMP21 - Dual LED Flasher | Flashing lights for emergency vehicles or level crossings. | 580 kB | |
| 823 | PMP23 - DCC Reverse Loop Controller | As featured in the March 2018 Journal | 539 kB | |
| 824 | PMP24 - Arc Flash Generator | As described in the June 2018 Journal | 688 kB | |
| 825 | PMP25 - Steam Sound Emulator | As described in the December 2018 Journal | 471 kB | |
| 826 | PMP26 - Event Sequencer | Animated sequences without programming. As described in the March 2019 Journal. | 845 kB | |
| 827 | PMP27 - Button Operated Servos | Panel push buttons for servos. As described in the June 2019 Journal. | 786 kB | |
| 899 | PMP99 - Hall Effect Sensor Pack | Pack of 5 off DRV5033 Hall Effect Sensors as found in PMP24 Arc Flash Generator kit. Includes supporting components. Suitable as input for PMP23 and many other kits. | 686 kB | |
DCC PCBs
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 9175 | Frog Polarity Switch (FPS) PCB | Frog Polarity Switch PCB used in kit 175 | ||
| 950 | DTC2 DCC Block Detector PCB | PCB for the revised Kit 50 | ||
| 952 | DCC Accessory Decoder (P) PCB | |||
| 953A | DCC Accessory Decoder (S/S) PCB | New PCB ver C for kit 53/53A. Parts and functionality are the same as the original kit 53. | ||
| 956A | DTC8 DCC Block Detector PCB | For the revised DTC8 kit 56A | ||
| 957 | DCO DCC District Cutout PCB | |||
| 959A | NB2 DCC Booster PCB | |||
| 991B | CANCMDB Command Station PCB | PCB for new CABCMDB Command Station with mini-booster for 15V DC input power | ||
| 992P | CANCAB2 DCC Handset PCB | For the new CABCAB2 |
PICs
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 540 | PIC16F628A Microcontroller | Blank Programmable Micro-controller as used in DCC and RFID kits | ||
| 540P | Programmed PIC16F628A Microcontroller | Please select firmware required | 32 kB | |
| 741 | PIC12F675-I/P Microcontroller | Blank, as used in PMK and PMP kits. | ||
| 741P | Programmed PIC12F675 Microcontroller | As used in PMK and PMP kits. Programmable. Select software required | ||
| 742P | PIC12F1840-I/SP Preprogrammed For Kit 77 | With semaphore action firmware as supplied in Kit 77. | ||
| 743 | PIC16F18313-I/P | Blank PIC16F18313-I/P | ||
| 743P | PIC16F18313-I/P Preprogrammed For Kit 77R | With firmware as supplied with Kit 77R Servo1R. | ||
| 745 | Programmed 16F883 Microcontroller for ATC1 | Firmware for ATC1 and ATC2 | ||
| 751 | PIC16F630 Microcontroller Blank | Blank Programmable Micro-controller | ||
| 751P | PIC16F630 Microcontroller Programmed | Please select firmware required | ||
| 752 | PIC16F676 Microcontroller | Blank Programmable Micro-controller as used in the Servoset kit 76 and some PMPs | ||
| 752P | Programmed PIC16F676 Microcontroller | Please select firmware required | ||
| 753 | Blank 16F1503 Microcontroller | As used in Dual Hector | ||
| 753P | Programmed 16F1503 Microcontroller for Dual Hector | Firmware for Dual Hector | ||
| 754 | PIC18F2480 Microcontroller | Blank Programmable Micro-controller as used in CBUS kits. Price increase due to exchange rate drift! | ||
| 754P | Programmed PIC18F2480 Microcontroller | Please select firmware required - NOT available for CANCMD firmware, see item 756P below! | ||
| 756P | Programmed 18F2580 Microcontroller for CANCMD | Now with V4d firmware | ||
| 757 | PIC18F13K22-I/P | For NB2 | ||
| 760 | PIC16F1847 | For the new DCC kits | ||
| 761 | PIC18F2420 Microcontroller | Blank Programmable Micro-controller as used in Stepper Motor Turntable Controller | ||
| 761P | Programmed PIC18F2420 Microcontroller for TTSM | For Stepper Motor Turntable Controller - select required firmware | ||
| 766 | PIC18F25K80 Microcontroller | The 18F25K80 has been discontinued, please see kit 768 18F26K80 as a replacement. | ||
| 766P | Programmed PIC18F25K80 Microcontroller | The 18F25K80 has been discontinued, please see kit 768P 18F26K80 as a replacement. | ||
| 767 | Preprogrammed PIC18F14K50 for CANUSB4 | |||
| 768 | PIC18F26K80 Microcontroller | Blank Programmable Micro-controller as used in 2nd Generation CBUS kits | ||
| 768P | Programmed PIC18F26K80 Microcontroller | Please select firmware required | ||
| 769 | PIC18F27Q83 MIcrocontroller | Blank Programmable Microcontroller as used with VLCB kits | ||
| 769P | PIC18F27Q83 | Programmable Microcontroller as used with VLCB kits |
CBUS Advanced
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 11 | CANVOUT | A CBUS Combination Module with 8 outputs for driving relays and accessories, plus 8 inputs for feedback or switch inputs. | 959 kB | |
| 12 | CANVINP | A CBUS Combination Module with 16 inputs for feedback or switch inputs. | ||
| 13 | CANVSERVO | A CBUS Combination Module with 8-channel servo drive and 8-channel input. | 902 kB | |
| 14 | CANV4BIP | A CBUS Combination Module with 4 outputs for driving motorised turnouts and stall motor turnouts such as Tortoises and Fulgurex units, plus 8 inputs for feedback or switch inputs. | 892 kB | |
| 391 | MioADD | The MioADD an extension board for the CANMIO supplied with ResNet. For higher outputs using the driver IC please add Kit781. Build instructions OnLine | ||
| 392 | MioADDSVO | MioADDSVO is an addon servo driving board with its own regulated supply, and optional external supply input. | ||
| 97 | CANPAN Mimic Panel Interface | CBUS Modular Mimic Panel interface allowing up to 32 LEDs and 32 Switches/Pushbuttons. v1y Firmware | 476 kB | |
| 98B | CANMIO-UNIVERSAL | An updated CANMIO board supplied on the larger REV K PCB. Board is supplied with Universal Firmware. |
Test Modules
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 193 | CANACTOUT RJ22 connector and CBUS Monitor | An Dual RJ22 CANCAB connector with a built in CBUS activity monitor. | ||
| 491 | LCB Switch and LED test Boards | One pair of 8 channel test boards for use in LCB such as CBUS | ||
| 492 | CANGIZMO. (CBUS Test Module.) | Bench Tester for CBUS modules. Transmits a fixed CBUS Poll message and indicates correct acknowledgement or error frame. Can also monitor CBUS networks. Note that the production kit has a 4 way pluggable CANBUS connector | 1.5 MB | |
| 493 | Bipolar pluggable LCB test Board | Bipolar LCB for use with CBus modules | ||
| 497 | CANTM7 Test Module Kit | Test module specifically designed to test and set up your CANPAN Kit 97. | 399 kB | |
| 90 | CBUS Message Activity Monitor (CANACT) | A CBUS Message Activity Monitor which flashes a blue LED whenever there is a CANBUS message. | 1.2 MB | |
Test Module PCBs
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 9491a | Pluggable Switch LCB test Board PCB | As used in Kit 491 | ||
| 9491b | Pluggable LED LCB test Board PCB | As used in Kit 491 | ||
| 9492 | CANGIZMO PCB | |||
| 9493 | Bipolar pluggable LCB test Board PCB | |||
| 9497 | TM7 CANPAN Test Module PCB | As used in Kit 497. Replaces Kit 901.7 | ||
| 990 | CANACT PCB |
PMK PCBs
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 9801 | PCB for PMK1 | PCB for PMK1 | ||
| 9804 | PCB for PMK4 | PCB for PMK4 | ||
| 9804A | PCB for PMK4A | PCB for PMK4A | ||
| 9807 | PCB for PMK7 | PCB for PMK7 | 449 kB | |
| 9810 | PCB for PMK10 | PCB for PMK10 | ||
| 9815 | PCB for PMK15 | PCB for PMK15 (Rev 2) | ||
| 9818 | PCB for PMK18 | PCB for PMK18 | ||
| 9822 | PCB for PMK22 | PMK22 can be used for spot detection or for a longer section. |
CBUS Beginner's Packs
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 101A | Beginners Kit 101A | Beginners kit using updated 12V modules comprising CANOUT, CANINP, LCB Connector Board, LCB Test kit and 12V DC PSU, plus additional components. | ||
| 102B | Beginners Kit 102B | Beginners kit using updated 12v modules comprising CANVServo, CANGizmo, CANUSB4 and a servo. |
Pocket Money Kits
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 4801 | PMK1 - Track Tester | Checks for Track Power - Works with DC and DCC. | 243 kB | |
| 4804 | PMK4 - Simple Shuttle | Uses your DC supply to automatically move a loco back and forth along a stretch of track. | 385 kB | |
| 4804A | PMK4a - Shuttle Add-on | Add-on for PMK4 Simple Shuttle to operate a turnout. Replaces Kit 804A | ||
| 4807 | PMK7 - DCC Train Detector | For DCC only. Takes its power from the track. | 561 kB | |
| 4810 | PMK10 - Speed Controller | A basic motor speed controller or variable voltage source. | 350 kB | |
| 4815 | PMK15 - Train AutoStop | A simple module that stops a train at any chosen point, controlled by the output of one or more train detectors. | 713 kB | |
| 4818 | PMK18 - EzyPoints | This is an upgrade to PMP18 which will now be discontinued. It adds a PCB instead of the original stripboard and some additional components for PMK18. | 580 kB | |
| 4822 | PMK22 - Laser Train Detector | A versatile train detector that can be used for spot detection or for a longer section. Upgraded version of former Pocket Money Project PMP22 but now with a printed circuit board | 425 kB | |
EzyBus
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 22 | EzyBus Output Module | EzyBus Output Module using I2C communications and an onboard ATMEGA328P microprocessor instead of the earlier daughter NANO. | 643 kB | |
| 23 | EzyBus Input Module | EzyBus Input Module using I2C communications | 497 kB | |
| 24 | AVR/EzyBus Controller Module | EzyBus Controller Module using an ATMEGA328P microcontroller as found in the Arduino UNO. | 677 kB | |
DCC Traction
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 144 | CANCAB2 RJ22 Curly Lead | 3m curly lead as used for CAB2 in Kits 92P and 92E, also suitable for the original CANCAB Kit 92. | ||
| 44c | Mk1 DCC Handset cable, 2 metres | For use with Kit 43 ONLY | ||
| 6720 | 1.27mm Header for CANCAB2 | 20-way 1.27mm (0.05") pitch header plug as used for CANCAB2 | ||
| 777 | LCD Back lit Display for CANCAB2 | Replacement screen for CANCAB2 | ||
| 7920E | Metal Knob for CAB2 Encoder Version | Replacement metal knob for the encoder version of the CAB2 (kit 92E). Note: Will not fit the Potentiometer CAB2 version - see kit 7920P. | ||
| 7920P | Metal Knob and Washer for CAB2 Pot Version | Replacement metal knob for the potentiometer version of the CAB2 and also for the original CANCAB. Note: not suitable for the Encoder CAB2 version - see kit 7920E. | ||
| 91B | DCC Command Station and Mini-Booster with CBUS Interface (CANCMDB) | New design powered by 15V DC that now provides a main track output with maximum current capability just over 1A and separate programming track output. Requires one of kit 92(P/E) or a computer through kit 80A and JMRI. | ||
| 92E | Handset with encoder for MERG DCC Command Station - CANCAB2E | New through-hole design with encoder, backlit display and now supplied with a fluted metal knob. For use with kits 91 and 91A, supplied with cable. The use of an encoder eliminates speed matching issues. See Miscellaneous section for holder. | ||
| 92P | Handset with pot for MERG DCC Command Station - CANCAB2P | New through-hole design with backlit display and now with a metal knob. For use with kits 91 and 91A, supplied with cable. See Miscellaneous section for holder. |
Bitz-in-Bag kits
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 236 | SD2A Colour Light Signal Driver kit | Recrafted from the former SD2-4 kit pack to only one module of component bits in the bag. |
Connector Boards
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 151 | LCB Connector Board | Suitable for CBUS and PTP-Lite and EzyBus interconnections / breakout. Our PSU Kit 772 can be plugged straight in or kit 779A can be used. | ||
| 152 | Power Distribution Board | 10ch Power Distribution Board for DC/AC or DCC power system busses. supplied with a fuse rated at 1A. | ||
| 779A | DC Male Socket CLB-JL52 DC 2.1 x 5.5 | 5A TB socket for SM-PSUs, 2.1mm centre pin. These are suitable for use with Kit 151 LCB Distribution Board |
CBUS Basic
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 28 | CANOUT | An updated version of our venerable CANACC8 providing 8 outputs | ||
| 29 | CANINP | An updated version of our venerable CANACE8C kit providing 8 inputs | ||
| 80A | USB Interface (CANUSB4) | Interface Module to allow CBUS to be accessed from any computer that has a USB interface and suitable software. | 637 kB | |
| 94A | CANSOL 94A | A revised version of the CANSOL solenoid driver kit |
ATC
| Kit No | Kit name | Description | Filesize | Building instructions |
| 145 | Automatic Train Controller 2 (ATC2) - Core Module Kit | Updated revision of Kit 45. Will control a simple end-to-end shuttle. See kit 773 for suitable PSU. | ||
| 146 | ATC2 Ends | Provides switching for multiple endpoints to ATC2 Shuttle system - Replacement for former CSR4 Kit 46. Also needed for speed profiling in combination with the Profiles Panel kit 147. | ||
| 147 | ATC2 Profiles Panel | Allows speed profiling for ATC2 for up to 8 locos in combination with an ATC2 Ends kit 146 or MPS kit 148. This kit has the panel and some alternative components and instructions to build the Ends kit as a Profiles kit. | ||
| 148 | ATC2 MPS | Allows extra speed profiling potentiometers (ATC2-Profiles Panel kit 147) to be added to the ATC2 system.Please note this kit contains three surface mount ICs as they are no longer available in through hole packages. |