{"product_id":"tcs-1718-17mm-x-12mm-micro-speaker","title":"TCS 1718 | 17mm x 12mm Micro WOW Speaker - 8 Ohm 1W DCC Sound - Pre-Wired | Multi Scale","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe TCS 1718 is a tough little 17mm x 12mm \"Micro WOW\" sugar-cube speaker hand-picked by Train Control Systems to fit in tight spaces — originally selected for the Bachmann N-scale Siemens Charger — but at just 2.25mm tall it slips into all sorts of HO, N, and other small-locomotive sound projects. It ships pre-wired with 4 inches (100mm) of twisted-pair 32AWG leads, so you can drop it in without crimping anything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLooking for more DCC sound parts and decoder accessories? Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakystrains.com\/collections\/track-tools-accessories\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTrack Tools \u0026amp; Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCompact 17mm x 12mm x 2.25mm footprint — small enough to fit in the boiler, fuel tank, or shell of an N-scale or HO-scale locomotive where most speakers won't go.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1.0W nominal \/ 1.5W peak power handling at 8 Ohms — pairs perfectly with TCS WOWSound and most modern DCC sound decoders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e95 dB ± 3 dB SPL with an effective frequency band from 870 Hz to 20 kHz — clear, accurate sound across the whole locomotive audio range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePre-installed 4-inch (100mm) twisted-pair 32AWG leads — ready to wire to your decoder without any soldering of speaker tabs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMulti-scale — designed by TCS for the Bachmann N Siemens Charger and works in any locomotive shell with room for a 17 x 12mm speaker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: Multi-scale (commonly used in N and HO).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eImportant Safety Note\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eTCS WOWSound decoders use an audio amplifier capable of supplying up to 2 Watts of power to an 8 Ohm load at maximum volume. Set your master volume to roughly 50% or less to prevent over-driving and damaging the decoder or speaker. The same rule applies to any DCC sound decoder rated above the speaker's 1W nominal continuous power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eMore Information\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTrain Control Systems (TCS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1718\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMicro WOW Speaker (sugar cube)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e17mm x 12mm x 2.25mm (0.67\" x 0.47\" x 0.09\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImpedance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e8 Ohms (±20% at 1.0W, 2000 Hz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1.0W nominal \/ 1.5W peak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound Pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e95 dB ± 3 dB (1.0W, 10cm, 2.0 kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e870 Hz - 20,000 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4-inch (100mm) pre-installed twisted-pair 32AWG leads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMulti-scale (designed for N, also fits HO and similar)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e879508008258\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this fit in my locomotive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf the shell or fuel tank has at least 17 x 12 x 3mm of clear space, yes. TCS selected this speaker specifically because it fits the Bachmann N-scale Siemens Charger, but it's small enough for many other locomotives. Measure the space first — the wires add a little overall length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat decoders does it work with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAny 8-ohm-compatible DCC sound decoder — TCS WOWSound, ESU LokSound, SoundTraxx Tsunami2\/Econami, Digitrax SoundFX. The 8 Ohm impedance is the universal standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to solder anything?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot to the speaker — the twisted-pair leads are already factory-installed. You only need to connect the two wires to your decoder's speaker pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I add a baffle or enclosure?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor best bass response, yes — even a small sealed cardboard or 3D-printed enclosure makes a noticeable difference. But it'll still sound great without one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Train Control Systems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48297533243647,"sku":"1718","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0443\/5968\/0161\/files\/image_46a82ed0-4921-4b39-9b8c-72369fcaf310.png?v=1773750127","url":"https:\/\/squeakystrains.com\/products\/tcs-1718-17mm-x-12mm-micro-speaker","provider":"Squeaky's Trains \u0026 Things","version":"1.0","type":"link"}