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by veedubb67
Tue Mar 03, 2020 12:58 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Old HAL 9000 from Wilcox! models
Replies: 3
Views: 13852

Re: Old HAL 9000 from Wilcox! models

Wilcox or Wilco Models?

Rob
Iwata Padawan
by veedubb67
Fri Feb 10, 2017 10:03 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Quick question about Pragraphix LED tape
Replies: 8
Views: 12278

Yes, they should work just fine since there's only 2 connections (positive and negative).

I've used Paul's LED tape on several of my builds and have had good success running them on 9V.


Rob
Iwata Padawan
by veedubb67
Mon Feb 06, 2017 3:05 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: 22 inch AMT Enterprise lighting kit
Replies: 1
Views: 4600

Tenacontrols has a navigation board for $40 (http://www.tenacontrols.com/page20.html)


Rob
Iwata Padawan
by veedubb67
Mon Feb 06, 2017 2:59 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Battery pack problems
Replies: 4
Views: 6760

Are you saying the batteries are physically leaking? Do you mean the ends have white corrosion a.k.a. potassium carbonate (normally on the negative end)? Have you checked the battery box? There may be some corrosion causing the batteries to discharge. You can use vinegar or lemon juice to clean up t...
by veedubb67
Wed Aug 03, 2016 11:29 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: 3V LED Strip lights???
Replies: 9
Views: 21724

alanwangwang wrote:WS2813 led strip working is 5V , but you also can run them ON 3V
Unfortunately, they're RGB LEDs not single color (i.e. White).

Rob
Iwata Padawan
by veedubb67
Thu Aug 06, 2015 3:23 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: LighthouseLEDs.com and Reversed Polarity of Leads
Replies: 2
Views: 7123

Wow - never ran into this problem before!

I usually check my circuitry before I solder them in for this very reason.

Good thing you caught it before you buttoned it up!


Rob
Iwata Padawan
by veedubb67
Mon Jun 22, 2015 2:50 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Extremely tiny pre-wried SMT LEDs?
Replies: 5
Views: 10175

I've ordered a bunch of nano and pico SMDs from Evan Designs (http://www.modeltrainsoftware.com/). Heck of a bargain at $2 a pop considering the fine soldering involved!

BTW - He offers free shipping on orders greater than $40!

Rob
Iwata Padawan
by veedubb67
Mon Oct 27, 2014 12:36 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Weird problem with Iwata Neo CN...
Replies: 5
Views: 10565

I talked to Tom to make sure he was aware of the situation (Kenny can verify). Looks like he bought the wrong replacement parts for his CN. The CN comes with a .35 mm setup and he purchased the .5 mm setup (goes with the BCN bottle feed). That's why he wasn’t getting any air. Not that you can't chan...
by veedubb67
Mon Oct 27, 2014 10:49 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Model Master acrylic thinner alternative
Replies: 11
Views: 19801

I normally use Automotive (lacquer-based) Primer when working on vinyl kits. That way I can paint enamels or acrylics over it without any issues.

Rob
Iwata Padawan
by veedubb67
Mon Jul 07, 2014 3:10 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: 1/6 B-9 lighting kits
Replies: 4
Views: 10224

Google is your friend... Starling Technologies: http://www.starling-tech.com/index1.php?id=b9 VooDoo FX: http://www.culttvmanshop.com/Voodoo-Child-SFX-Unit-from-VoodooFX_p_2812.html Mechalabs: http://www.culttvmanshop.com/Computer-Panel-Light-KIT-from-MechaLabs-_p_2919.html Mechalabs: http://www.cul...
by veedubb67
Tue Mar 25, 2014 12:05 pm
Forum: Scratchbuilding
Topic: Tiny flexible hoses?
Replies: 29
Views: 92876

I've seen Kylwell roll fine solder around a piece of wire to make flexible/bendable hoses. Very convincing!

Rob
Iwata Padawan
by veedubb67
Thu Mar 13, 2014 10:20 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Lighting A Farscape DRD
Replies: 6
Views: 10266

Kylwell wrote:'Sokay, I know enough about electricity to get me zapped pretty seriously but by and large I just get by by steeling the guts from other lights.
Yeah, if you've seen Kylwell's hair you'd understand... :cf:

Rob
Iwata Padawan
by veedubb67
Thu Feb 06, 2014 12:43 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: OK, I've got an airbrush... And I LIKE IT!
Replies: 1
Views: 5337

Captain, Welcome to the wonderful world of airbrushing. Hate to say, but sooner or later you're going to have to thin your paints for the airbrush. That's probably why you were having problems with MM Acrylics. You can use a generic thinner, but I recommend using whatever brand of paint's thinner. R...
by veedubb67
Thu Oct 10, 2013 10:36 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: What to do with a fiber bundle
Replies: 1
Views: 5021

Anvil, Are you asking how to cut the fibers in the tube to the same length or the other ends? A razor saw should work for the tube or you could keep them all flush in the tube and have the remaining stick out the other end. I use fingernail clippers to cut the ends sticking out of the model for a ni...
by veedubb67
Thu Jan 24, 2013 10:58 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Easy Lighting Circuit for 1/1000 NX-01
Replies: 4
Views: 6670

Depends on what you goal is. Do you want to just light the main body? LED strips would fit the bill. http://starshipmodeler.biz/shop/index.cfm/product/2112_93/cool-white-easy-led---60cm.cfm http://starshipmodeler.biz/shop/index.cfm/product/2246_93/universal-micro-led-lighting-basic-kit.cfm Do you wa...
by veedubb67
Wed Jan 16, 2013 11:23 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Adapter to attach Paasche airbrush to Iwata hose?
Replies: 5
Views: 8536

Contact Tag Team Hobbies (Tom Grossman).

Tagteamhobbies@pcisys.net

The part # you're looking for is J001.
http://www.tagteamhobbies.com/hobbyshop ... ories.html


Rob
Iwata Padawan
by veedubb67
Mon Jan 07, 2013 3:39 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: 3V LED Strip lights???
Replies: 9
Views: 21724

I know these work at 9V.

http://tinyurl.com/paragrafix

These work at 6V.

http://www.modelersbrand.com/

Rob
Iwata Padawan
by veedubb67
Wed Mar 23, 2011 9:34 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: No Strobe on my DLM FFB
Replies: 14
Views: 14717

Have you contacted Don?

Rob
Iwata Padawan
by veedubb67
Thu Jul 02, 2009 10:24 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Which Liquid Mask?
Replies: 11
Views: 9849

There's a product called Mold Maker that you can find at Michaels or Hobby Lobby. It's liquid latex and works great as a liquid mask. I've left it one for several weeks and never had a problem lifting it off and it doesn't pull up paint.

Rob
Iwata Padawan
by veedubb67
Wed Mar 04, 2009 11:12 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: alcad paints
Replies: 12
Views: 10510

There's a great comparison picture on their website.

http://www.alclad2.com/alclad-home.html

Rob
Iwata Padawan
by veedubb67
Tue Sep 02, 2008 12:46 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Tutorials
Replies: 10
Views: 8747

I think it's my computer. They work fine on my work computer. I just had to re-install everything on my home computer, so I'll check the Flash player.

Rob
by veedubb67
Mon Sep 01, 2008 2:23 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Tutorials
Replies: 10
Views: 8747

Wonder why I can't see the videos? The first couple worked fine (sanding), but the rest weren't there. Hmm...
by veedubb67
Mon Sep 01, 2008 2:09 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Colonial One
Replies: 7
Views: 4673

I'll have to side with Kylwell on this one - cast the part in clear, backlight it and paint the unlit areas. Probably the easiest way to go. If you need a caster, let me know!

Rob
by veedubb67
Wed Jul 30, 2008 1:37 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Voyager Lighting kit
Replies: 4
Views: 3272

Check at your local train hobby store. They carry magnetic reed swtiches that you can mount inside the model. To turn it on all you have to do is pass a magnet ove it!
by veedubb67
Tue Mar 27, 2007 11:03 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Do I need a resistor here?
Replies: 7
Views: 6111

Depends on the forward voltage of the LEDs and whether you're wiring them in series or parallel. White LEDs have different voltage requirements than colored ones.
by veedubb67
Tue Nov 15, 2005 10:16 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Parafilm?
Replies: 8
Views: 6537

To answer your question - it's a fantastic masking agent. Since it's so plyable, you can use it on just about everything. Best part is that it doesn't stick to the paint!