While LokPilot 5 decoders can undoubtedly meet all imaginable requirements of even the most demanding experts, many model railway eras are looking for a robust, high-quality DCC decoder for your standard requirements, which should also be affordable. The LokPilot 5 Basic was developed with the aim of offering a modern decoder with a reasonable range of functions at a reasonable price.

This is a 21 pin direct fit DCC decoder.

The complicated technical waffle:

The LokPilot 5 Basic is a "pure-bred" DCC decoder. 14 to 128 driving steps are as self-evident as 2- and 4-digit addresses. Up to 20 functions can be triggered. Thanks to RailComPlus®, the decoders log in fully automatically to a suitable digital center. It masters all DCC programming modes and thanks to RailCom® the CV values can be read out on the main track with suitable control panels. Auxiliary registers exist for control panels that can only program the CVs from 1-255. All important lighting functions are available and the brightness of each output can be set separately.

The motor control of the LokPilot 5 Basic delivers up to 0.9A continuous current. A variable PWM clock frequency from 10kHz to 50kHz ensures super-quiet operation, especially for bell anchor motors – The typical "hum" is a thing of the past. The load control can be adapted to difficult cases with up to 10 CVs. The unique "Autotune" function allows the decoder to be automatically measured against the motor.

Of course, all function outputs as well as the motor output are protected against overload. We want you to enjoy your decoder for as long as possible.

Basic Decoder dimensions, not including harness/interface: 25.5mm x 15.5mm x 4.5 mm

Frequently Asked Questions about ordering from Derails:

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept Credit and Debit card via Sagepay and Paypal on our online shop, as well as 'Buy Now Pay Later with Paypal'! With this payment option you can spread the purchase cost over 3 months using Paypal 'Pay in 3'*.

How much will it cost to send?

Here at Derails we have pretty simple postage policy: if your order is over £20, you are eligible for FREE UK 'Regular' 2-4 day shipping. If your order is under £20, you are eligible for our super-cheap £2.99 Regular 2-4 day shipping. 

What if I need this item really quickly?

At the checkout choose one of our shipping option upgrades, either 'Express' Tracked 24 at £1.99 or 'Special Delivery' Next Day at £4.99. The upgraded postage options also jump the long despatch queue too, so they are shipped at the earliest possible opportunity. Please note that 'Express' and 'Special' upgrades are not available for orders with a total value under £20.

I live outside of the UK, can you send to me?

Sorry, we do not ship overseas at this time. 

*More information on Paypal 'Pay in 3' can be found on the Paypal website here. This service is provided and financed purely by Paypal and is simply offered by Derails as an extra Paypal option for our customers.