TCS KA4-C, Keep Alive:
TCS Keep-Alive® (KA) devices are used to supply power to decoders during times of power interruption due to dirty track or problematic track work. The KA4-C will power an HO-Scale locomotive with headlights on for approximately 6 to 20 seconds (depending on the locomotive and the efficiency of the motor).
This Keep-Alive® includes a TCS 2-pin "mini" connector with Blue and a Black w/ White Stripe wire to attach it to a decoder.
For more information on how to connect Keep-Alive® including with other manufacturer's decoder products, click the tab above labeled "Documents."
MSRP is $37.95. (Picture courtesy of TCS.)
TCS Keep-Alive, KA4-C
Dimensions: .52” x .52” x .45” or 13.22mm x 13.22mm x 11.55mm
Scale: HO Scale N Scale
Input Rating: 12 to 16V