Reply to "MTH Batteries"

Jim R.OGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBER

Buco posted:
Thanks Jim for the clarification on PS3 loco's.....I shouldn't have any future battery problems with this one.
Thanks also Arnold for the recommendation to change to BCR's in the loco's with the "white" batteries. That will now be at the top of my "to do" list before they run on the layout again!!!
Finally guys, the last diesel I pulled the shell off (PS2) had a "green" coloured battery in it. What's the go with this type of battery??? Will it be alright, or will it need replacing with a BCR as well????
Thanks for all your help so far.
Peter (Buco tragic)

You should also be aware that the PS3 design uses a capacitor instead of a battery. A capacitor holds a charge, which allows a locomotive to run its shutdown sequence. Essentially, that’s what J&W’s BCR is, a capacitor circuit packaged as a replacement for a 9-volt rechargeable battery.

11/15/1910:45 AM

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