The ESU 53954 Adapter Board is designed for Kato USA wide-body N Scale locomotives, including F-units, providing a simple and reliable method of installing an ESU LokPilot 5 Nano or LokSound 5 Nano decoder. Measuring 47.5 × 14.0 mm, the adapter replaces the original circuit board and features an E24 interface for plug-in decoder installation. Connection pads are provided for the motor, track pickups, auxiliary function outputs AUX1, AUX2, AUX3, AUX4, AUX5, AUX6, AUX7 and AUX8, as well as an ESU PowerPack, making it an ideal solution for upgrading compatible Kato locomotives to advanced digital control.
Features / Product Details:
- Manufacturer: ESU
- Catalogue Number: 53954
- Product Type: Decoder Adapter Board
- Scale: N Scale
- Dimensions: 47.5 × 14.0 mm
- E24 interface for ESU LokPilot 5 Nano and LokSound 5 Nano decoders
- Designed for Kato USA wide-body N Scale locomotives
- Suitable for F-units and other compatible wide-body locomotives
- Replaces the original locomotive circuit board
- Connection pads for motor and track pickups
- Function outputs: AUX1, AUX2, AUX3, AUX4, AUX5, AUX6, AUX7 and AUX8
- Connection pads for an ESU PowerPack
- Includes: 1 decoder adapter board
Uses:
- Convert compatible Kato USA N Scale locomotives to DCC.
- Install an ESU LokPilot 5 Nano or LokSound 5 Nano decoder.
- Upgrade analogue locomotives with advanced digital control.
- Provide a straightforward plug-in decoder installation.
⚠ Warning:
- This product is intended for hobbyists, collectors and model railway enthusiasts.
- May contain small parts. Not suitable for young children.
- Handle the circuit board carefully to avoid damage from static electricity.
- Ensure all wiring and decoder connections are correctly installed before applying power.
- Installation should be carried out in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions to prevent damage to the decoder or locomotive.