Bring your model scenes to life with natural day-night lighting transitions using the Model Light Controller (MLC) — a compact, powerful controller designed specifically for model railway and diorama lighting.
Key Features
Day & Night Scene Simulation
Seamlessly fade between customisable daylight and nighttime lighting using full-colour RGBW LED control.Easy Configuration via Text File
No app or drivers required — plug into your computer and edit a simple text file (config.txt) to set colour, timing, and behavior.Flexible Timing Options
Choose between manual timing (via built-in dial) or precise software-defined durations via USB.DCC Compatible
Integrate directly into your model railway with DCC support - toggle lighting scenes or switch between manual and automatic modes using configurable DCC addresses.Smooth Transitions
Create realistic sunrise and sunset effects with configurable fade times (up to 60s).Multiple Outputs
Drive RGBW LED strips and additional lighting accessories (e.g. streetlights) via a dedicated switched output.USB Update & Factory Reset
Update firmware or restore defaults in seconds using the built-in buttons and USB C connection.
Perfect for:
Model railways
Dioramas and miniature scenes
Architectural lighting demonstrations
Stop-motion or film setups requiring repeatable lighting control
What You Need
12V power supply (min. 1A depending on LEDs)
Optional: DCC controller (for integrated control)
Technical Details
Power Input: 12V DC (5–18V supported) via DC jack or terminal block
LED Output: Ground-switched PWM, 500 Hz (flicker-free for video)
User Controls:
Potentiometer (timing selector)
2 user buttons (mode select, reset, update)
Status LEDs
Connections:
USB-C (for config and updates)
12-pin terminal block (power, LED outputs, DCC input)
What’s Included
Model Light Controller (MLC) unit
Common anode RGBW 12V LED strip
USB A to USB C 1m cable
Online documentation and software downloads
Access to firmware updates and support
Designed and made by enthusiasts for enthusiasts. The MLC is simple to set up, endlessly configurable, and built to last.
Here is a handy link to a very helpful hoe to on wiring and configuring the MLC
https://youtu.be/KwCL-Kc3DuQ?si=Y64c3xDMx8jYQ2O1
➡️ Upgrade your layout with realistic lighting today!