{"product_id":"gvblankpro-golden-valley-hobbies-8-pin-dcc-blanking-plate","title":"GVBLANKPRO Golden Valley Hobbies 8 Pin DCC Blanking Plate","description":"GVBLANKPRO Golden Valley Hobbies 8 Pin DCC Blanking Plate with Stay Alive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cdiv\u003e  \u003cdiv\u003e  \u003cdiv\u003eA simple \u003cspan\u003eplug-and-play accessory\u003c\/span\u003e for smoother, more reliable running on analogue DC model railways. Helps prevent locomotives from hesitating or stopping when electrical contact is interrupted and can reduce flickering lights.\u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003cdiv\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe unit plugs directly into an 8-pin decoder socket, which are fitted to many locomotives released in the last 20 years. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003cdiv\u003e  \u003cdiv\u003eNo wiring or soldering is required. (Please check your model's specification for compatibility and instructions on accessing the decoder socket.)\u003c\/div\u003e  \u003cp\u003eBenefits\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003cdiv\u003e  \u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003eImproves running performance and reliability. \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eHelps overcome brief interruptions caused by dirty track or wheel contacts. \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eReduces flickering locomotive lights. \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eQuick and easy plug-in installation. \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with most major brands (Hornby, Bachmann, Dapol, etc.). \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e  Details\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003eFits locomotives with an 8-pin decoder socket. \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in capacitor helps maintain a steady power supply. \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003ePlug-and-play design with no soldering required. \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003cdiv\u003e  \u003cp\u003e Dimensions: 25mm x 10mm x 12mm – please check space available in your model first.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003cdiv\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: this is not a replacement for regular track and wheel maintenance. The capacitor stores a small amount of \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eenergy and releases it when needed to help bridge brief interruptions in power.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Golden Valley Hobbies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57246045667708,"sku":"GVBLANKPRO","price":8.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/3048\/7164\/files\/GVBLANKPRO_201.jpg?v=1786092640","url":"https:\/\/www.kernowmodelrailcentre.com\/products\/gvblankpro-golden-valley-hobbies-8-pin-dcc-blanking-plate","provider":"Kernow Model Rail Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}