SEARCH FINESCALE.COM

Enter keywords or a search phrase below:

Using photo etched add-ons

2035 views
9 replies
1 rating 2 rating 3 rating 4 rating 5 rating
  • Member since
    January 2003
  • From: Foothills of Colorado
Posted by Hoser on Sunday, April 13, 2003 10:02 PM
Take a look on eBay - use 'photoetch' and 'photo etch' in your search. LOTS of stuff out there.
"Trust no one; even those people you know and trust." - Jack S. Margolis
  • Member since
    January 2003
  • From: Central MI
Posted by therriman on Saturday, April 12, 2003 10:03 PM
Gold Medal Models (or GMM for short), But they specialize in ships (and their airwing) only. Also White Ensign Models (also ships and airwing).
Tim H. "If your alone and you meet a Zero, run like hell. Your outnumbered" Capt Joe Foss, Guadalcanal 1942 Real Trucks have 18 wheels. Anything less is just a Toy! I am in shape. Hey, Round is a shape! Reality is a concept not yet proven.
  • Member since
    January 2003
Posted by shermanfreak on Saturday, April 12, 2003 3:16 PM
Eduard is one of the biggest producers of PE. There are also Royal Models, Aber, Verlinden, On The Mark and I'm sure a few others yet.
Happy Modelling and God Bless Robert
  • Member since
    April 2003
  • From: Sunny Florida
Posted by renarts on Saturday, April 12, 2003 2:45 PM
Thanks guys, this helps.
The PE set that was with this kit is produced by Eduard. What can you tell me about other producers of PE accessories and add-ons?

Mike
Mike "Imagination is the dye that colors our lives" Marcus Aurellius A good friend will come and bail you out of jail...but, a true friend will be sitting next to you saying, "Damn...that was fun!"
  • Member since
    November 2005
Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, April 12, 2003 8:50 AM
Super glue is the best way to attach photo etched parts. It works very well.

Tom
  • Member since
    November 2005
Posted by Anonymous on Friday, April 11, 2003 6:53 PM
white glue.
  • Member since
    November 2005
Posted by Anonymous on Friday, April 11, 2003 2:09 PM
Depending on the type of part you can also use clear enamel paint. This works great for scripts and stuff like that, that lie flat on the surface. For antennas, etc CA would probably be your best bet.

Ray
  • Member since
    February 2003
  • From: Green Bay, WI USA
Posted by echolmberg on Friday, April 11, 2003 1:11 PM
I've always known to use superglue but my question is this. Often times some PE sets come with all the little exterior antennas found on a given plane, helo, etc. How can I attach these knife-edged parts onto a painted kit without marring the finish too badly? I see pics of models with these tiny details on them but I never see any scraped paint, a bead of superglue, or anything like that! Is it just the camera angle which make other peoples' models look flawless?

Eric

  • Member since
    February 2003
  • From: Racing capital of the world- Indy
Posted by kaleu on Friday, April 11, 2003 2:06 AM
Super Glue. I've never had any luck using any other type of adhesive. Be sure to get a bottle that comes with a narrow tip, it's easier for application on small p/e parts.
Erik "Don't fruit the beer." Newest model buys: More than I care to think about. It's time for a support group.
  • Member since
    April 2003
  • From: Sunny Florida
Using photo etched add-ons
Posted by renarts on Friday, April 11, 2003 1:22 AM
Bought an older PZK IV at a show recently and it came with a photo etch detailing kit. I have always been an advocate of scratchbuilding details and since I'm now getting back into the hobby after a 20 year hiatus the PE stuff is new to me.

What is the best way to attach the brass details to the plastic?
CA glue sufficient or is there some other adhesive?

Thanks in advance.

Mike
Mike "Imagination is the dye that colors our lives" Marcus Aurellius A good friend will come and bail you out of jail...but, a true friend will be sitting next to you saying, "Damn...that was fun!"
JOIN OUR COMMUNITY!

Our community is FREE to join. To participate you must either login or register for an account.

SEARCH FORUMS
FREE NEWSLETTER
By signing up you may also receive reader surveys and occasional special offers. We do not sell, rent or trade our email lists. View our Privacy Policy.