Aircraft Instrument “Glass”

jeffpez

I just used Micro Kristal Klear yesterday and today the instrument panel looks fabulous.

 

The stuff is fantastic.

I just used Micro Kristal Klear yesterday and today the instrument panel looks fabulous.

All the above work well. Quick setting 5 minute epoxy is great too.

I have also been using the bondic type UV curing resin for PE. I think it is easier to handle and does a better job then CA.

Another vote for the UV-curing resins. Crystal-clear, easy to use, and no sign of yellowing on some of my pieces that are 5+ yrs old.

I use Gloss Mod Podge, easy to control, dries clear

Hi;

 I was doing a lot of 1/24 Planes in paper. Using model car aftermarket bezels for the instruments and A product from Testors " Model Master " line called " Boyds Clear Coat".I would put in a drop or two, wait a day and put another layer on it and it looked just like the slightly domed effect that's shown on the Mephsistofele Dash that Don sent in the photo.

Wow!  That dash is stunning.

Yes, that's the one.  I think I got mine here.

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=bondic&i=tools&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmcWDBhCOARIsALgJ2QdK3P2XxyDu2v2Y6x9Osq36YTQ92SK68WxLr5Jab7lxbstdSOaWGbwaAqmVEALw_wcB&hvadid=318679342039&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9006673&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=3098325661900628134&hvtargid=kwd-35283095866&hydadcr=1655_9901565&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_7rjup0ylfo_e

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RichE

I was reading in recent issue about using Elmer's glue to create instrument glass. While shopping I found Elmer's CLEAR. A small dot off a toothpick settles and spreads into a crystal clear circle and several days later it is still flexible.  

 

 

 

 

On larger gauges, I use Bondic (hardened by UV led).  The key is to get just the right amount to achieve a level, or domed surface.  These are large gauges on the Mifistofele model.

https://media.fotki.com/2v2JMb1KhxBoFJC.jpg

 

 

Is that one of the brands that come with the resin in a sqeeze tube with laser on end of tube?  I have not seen it.  Where do you find it? Beatiful dash for the Meph!

RichE

I was reading in recent issue about using Elmer's glue to create instrument glass. While shopping I found Elmer's CLEAR. A small dot off a toothpick settles and spreads into a crystal clear circle and several days later it is still flexible.  

 

On larger gauges, I use Bondic (hardened by UV led).  The key is to get just the right amount to achieve a level, or domed surface.  These are large gauges on the Mifistofele model.

https://media.fotki.com/2v2JMb1KhxBoFJC.jpg

I also use Glosscote. Just a dab on the tip of a toothpick.

I use Evostick wood glue for the same thing. And yes you can use it to make small windows. I have also used it for landing lights. Not completly clear but good enough.

I use a drop of Testors glosscoat.  I have a bottle of the stuff- comes in handy at times.  If the kit has an instrument decal, I often drill out the instrument holes in the plastic panel and just glue the instrument decal behind the panel, then put the drop of clear in the hole with a toothpick. It does not smear out because the panel hole restrains it.

Big advantage of glosscoat to me is the quick dry.

I didn't know Elmers had a clear glue.  For this same technique I use Vallejo gloss varnish.  Bought it thinking I was going to use Vallejo paints but never did.  I'm going to have to try the Elmers.

Nice!  I use Future for the instrument glass, but that Elmer's Clear product sounds good, too.  It reminds me of MicroScale's Krystal Klear.  I wonder if you could use that Elmer's product to make small windows, such as on a 1/72 scale aircraft, or the smaller windows on a 1/48 B-17, or something similar.