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by Scott Hasty
Thu Jul 19, 2012 10:17 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: How do I properly size the power requirements?
Replies: 4
Views: 5306

Are you wiring in series or parallel?
by Scott Hasty
Fri Jun 15, 2012 4:42 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: How to combine lighting with portability?
Replies: 27
Views: 24659

Yep, as stated, go with a headphone (aka phono) jack. 1/8 inch shold be more than enough for most low power requirements.
by Scott Hasty
Tue Jun 12, 2012 12:32 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Need help upgrading power source
Replies: 20
Views: 16924

en'til Zog wrote:I'd like to suggest using a 9 volt REGULATED wall wart only.
VERY good point. I cannot point out how many people order these things, unregulated. But I'd never steer a brother wrong. My linky is for a regulated wart... :wink:
by Scott Hasty
Tue Jun 12, 2012 12:27 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Best way to mask lights
Replies: 10
Views: 9153

Silly Puddy...
by Scott Hasty
Thu Jun 07, 2012 10:59 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Need help upgrading power source
Replies: 20
Views: 16924

As many have read, I am a HUGE opponent to 9V batteries. Their current capacity (as stated) is woefully low; the only modern use for them I can think of is in DC operated smoke detectors. As far as connecting them together, BE CAREFUL. If 3 are wired in series, that would apply 27 volts to your circ...
by Scott Hasty
Mon May 21, 2012 11:13 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Basics. Airbrushing.
Replies: 218
Views: 646079

Or make sure the tank condensation drain is tightly closed...
by Scott Hasty
Sat May 19, 2012 8:08 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Wire guage?
Replies: 2
Views: 3531

Without knowing what components and their circuit configuration, it would be difficult to say. For most low current applications you should be fine,..
by Scott Hasty
Sun Apr 29, 2012 3:06 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: What will cut a micro drill bit?
Replies: 15
Views: 13056

Why cut them? Why not just sink them to the depth you want...?
by Scott Hasty
Sun Apr 22, 2012 1:06 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: LED strip problems
Replies: 5
Views: 4398

It may be rated at 12 volts, but it's current capability is for short pulses, as in small RF bursts like a car alarm remote. Essentially, you are draining the battery quickly, giving it a chance to rest, reconnecting it with a small bit of current left, lighting the first few LED's. In a parallel ci...
by Scott Hasty
Wed Apr 11, 2012 4:32 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Aftermarket Aerosol Sprayers
Replies: 0
Views: 7859

Aftermarket Aerosol Sprayers

Does anyone have experience with using the aerosol sprayers you dump liquid paint into and charge to spray? I have a hot job and the foreman has suggestes using this. While in Finishing, what happens when you add paint thinner to laquer? I tried to thinn what I thought was enamel with thinner and it...
by Scott Hasty
Sun Apr 08, 2012 8:40 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Shiny decals and old decals won't adhere
Replies: 1
Views: 2850

You want your surface to be shiny to begin with. After decal application, apply Micro Set for a few minutes. Blot any away and apply Micro Sol and...DON'T PANIC, it'll wrinkle it good, but will settle down after a few hours. If it is still not flat, reapply Micro Sol until it does. The AMT kit I'm w...
by Scott Hasty
Sun Apr 08, 2012 8:34 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Is this a good thing or a bad thing.
Replies: 6
Views: 8546

Nix the 9 Volt battery and resistor. Replace the battery with two AAA's. You'll simplify the circuit and add additional current capacity.

Yes, I hate the 9 Volt battery; it is virtually useless in today's circuitry...
by Scott Hasty
Thu Mar 22, 2012 3:16 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Side Lighting Fibre Optic Cable
Replies: 10
Views: 16548

My understanding is side lit fiber requires higher power LED's like Luxeon Star. I'm told they do need to be heat sunk for heat dissipation. If so, probably not the best for the interior of a model...
by Scott Hasty
Wed Mar 21, 2012 4:33 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Washing a kit with REALLY hard well water help
Replies: 6
Views: 5646

This may be heresy to some, but I've never washed commercially mass-produced styrene kits and I've never had a problem with paint adhesion. If you feel you should wash, I suggest buying distilled water from your market and use that.
by Scott Hasty
Wed Mar 21, 2012 4:30 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Do acrylics work with other paint types?
Replies: 2
Views: 3071

Acrylic over enamel is A-okay. Enamel over acrylic, break out the Easy Off. I prime with Wal Mart equipment grey primer and airbrush Tamiya acrylics, Testors acrylics and even cheap craft paint acrylics over it.
by Scott Hasty
Tue Mar 20, 2012 3:26 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Magnet Question
Replies: 8
Views: 9952

I would guess neodynium. Seems logical the number would indicate strength...
by Scott Hasty
Sun Mar 18, 2012 7:52 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: What is best to use for panel lines?
Replies: 10
Views: 10111

I've done them all and the oil/turpenoid wash is the best, hands down.
by Scott Hasty
Thu Mar 15, 2012 6:53 am
Forum: Scratchbuilding
Topic: Is it possible to make a casting of a balloon?
Replies: 6
Views: 12831

My mom used to make these when we were kids.

And I've made these for special dinners.

They may not meet your exact needs, but it may give you some inspiration!
by Scott Hasty
Wed Mar 14, 2012 10:50 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: What's the best power supply for the trekmodeler kit 1/350 m
Replies: 2
Views: 3164

Re: What's the best power supply for the trekmodeler kit 1/3

:o I am looking for what power supply to use on my new polar lights 1/350 enterprise kit i will only use the sock system from trekmodeler so if some one can post a link for me to use? if it's out there... trekmodeler sent me an email saying to use a 9v sc/dc 1.2a of 1200ma center possitive system s...
by Scott Hasty
Wed Mar 14, 2012 10:32 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Polar lights 1/350 refill trek modeler light kit power suppl
Replies: 4
Views: 4493

This should do.

Nine volt adapters are difficult to find with that kind of current capacity due to the devices produced for that voltage. Most require less than half an amp. Shame the kit isn't 12 volt; lots of adapters with that kind of current capacity...
by Scott Hasty
Sat Mar 10, 2012 3:53 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Must you always add a primer coat before finishing coats?
Replies: 11
Views: 21564

It is not a must, but something I do. Primarily the primer coat will show any imperfections on the surface. If you use acrylics (as I am doing more and more), I always prime with an enamel to prepare the surface. Additionally if I paint an acrylic coat, I always topcoat with Future. That way there i...
by Scott Hasty
Thu Mar 08, 2012 1:59 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Resin Casting: Vir--er, Newby No More!
Replies: 5
Views: 8302

BTW, if you need coraplast for making mold boxes, I have a ton you are welcomed to!
by Scott Hasty
Thu Mar 08, 2012 12:12 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Resin Casting: Vir--er, Newby No More!
Replies: 5
Views: 8302

Great story!

Where in Norfolk did you find Smooth On products? Are their prices comparable? I much rather make the trip through the tunnel than waiting for it to be delivered!
by Scott Hasty
Wed Feb 29, 2012 2:16 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: What kind of connector do I need?
Replies: 6
Views: 7925

Dean's connectors are common and can be found at any R/C hobby shop.
by Scott Hasty
Sat Feb 25, 2012 10:34 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Decals before or after application of testors gloss cote
Replies: 5
Views: 5440

Gloss
Decal
Gloss
Dull

This can vary depending on how you weather your model
by Scott Hasty
Thu Feb 23, 2012 3:58 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: CA vs plastic cement: wonder if I'm missing something
Replies: 8
Views: 10532

If it works successfully for you, then keep with it! The drawback, in my mind, is CA bonds the pieces and could become more brittle over time (temperature variations, handling, etc.). Whereas liquid cement creates a single, solid piece and is dirt cheap if you use something like MEK. The 'string' cr...
by Scott Hasty
Thu Feb 23, 2012 1:18 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Masking Tape Trouble
Replies: 17
Views: 15780

I use Scotch 2080 (blue tape with an orange label inside the roll). I lightly burnish with a finger and shoot. I do get better results airbrushing rather than rattle can painting.

Every line and number on this was painted using Scotch 2080...
by Scott Hasty
Mon Feb 20, 2012 11:55 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Are bulk LEDs on eBay any good?
Replies: 6
Views: 7734

I've ordered LED's from eBay for 10 years with no issues until my last purchase. I bought from them because they were stateside. They claimed same-day shipping (shipped after five days) and better quality than Chinese bought equivalents. I bought 20 soft whites at 13,000 mcd. None were that bright, ...
by Scott Hasty
Tue Feb 07, 2012 12:38 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: What are some useful bits to start with?
Replies: 10
Views: 12934

Thanks everyone for the quick and helpful input. The advice really helps me feel more comfortable making purchases online. Now I have seen heat shrink tubing mentioned in several places, but from what I can tell you need a 60$ tool (heat gun or shrink oven) to use it, correct? I had been planning o...