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by One AM
Fri Jul 09, 2010 11:20 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Determining Plug Polarity of a Wall Wart
Replies: 3
Views: 2699

A really easy way would be to hook up 3 white 3.6v LEDs in series, then hook it up. If they light up, that's the way, and positive is positive, negative is negative. If they don't, reverse it. If they still don't, then you've got either bad LEDs or a bad power supply. You can do it without soldering...
by One AM
Tue Jul 06, 2010 11:01 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Mixed Media (plastic and metal) Primer
Replies: 2
Views: 2241

Mixed Media (plastic and metal) Primer

I did a search, but couldn't find any answers. I have a Tamiya 1/48 M10, and I'm to the point where I need to prime it. The thing is, the undercarriage is metal and the rest is styrene. The only hobby shop nearby is a Hobby Lobby, though I have (of course) a good variety of box stores. What sort of ...
by One AM
Wed Aug 06, 2008 11:02 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Warped Piece
Replies: 4
Views: 4190

Oh, it does? Good to know. About how hot should the water be?
by One AM
Wed Aug 06, 2008 2:03 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Warped Piece
Replies: 4
Views: 4190

Warped Piece

I'm in the process of sanding the raised lines off of an AMT Enterprise-D, and while dry-fitting the pieces together I noticed that the main secondary hull piece is warped such that the starboard nacelle sits tilted a bit upwards and inwards, noticeable when compared to the properly aligned port nac...
by One AM
Wed Jul 30, 2008 11:41 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: CCFL and Rectangular LED questions
Replies: 4
Views: 3060

200 mA is the max I'm planning on from LEDs, so I'll try the 1 amp supply when the time comes. The test rig sounds like a good, prudent idea. Thanks for the help!
by One AM
Wed Jul 30, 2008 12:07 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: CCFL and Rectangular LED questions
Replies: 4
Views: 3060

CCFL and Rectangular LED questions

I'm looking to light an AMT Enterprise-D model, and was thinking of using this CCFL set, one for the saucer, the other for the engineering hull. It states that its current draw is "5.0mAv," and I do not know what this means. I need to know how many amps it will draw, as I plan to power it ...
by One AM
Sat Feb 02, 2008 3:54 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Gluing Clear Resin to Styrene With CA
Replies: 1
Views: 1918

Gluing Clear Resin to Styrene With CA

This is a question that'll show a fair bit of ignorance... does CA glue (Zap-a-Gap) do a good job of bonding clear resin pieces (DLM Defiant lighting set) to styrene without fogging the areas nearby? Assuming that the glue is applied around the edges where light doesn't need to shine through, of cou...
by One AM
Fri Jan 04, 2008 10:53 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Airbrush Advice
Replies: 16
Views: 9687

That's great. Thanks a lot for your input!
by One AM
Fri Jan 04, 2008 10:14 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Airbrush Advice
Replies: 16
Views: 9687

Oh, well, that's fine, then. Was it a 5 or a 10 gallon tank?
by One AM
Fri Jan 04, 2008 3:01 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Airbrush Advice
Replies: 16
Views: 9687

That I don't know. I'm about a thousand miles away from it right now but I wasn't planning on ordering anything until I get back. I'll check that before purchasing anything. Assuming I'm brushing at 15-20 PSI how long would a tank filled to 60-ish PSI last if I were to brush continuously until it di...
by One AM
Fri Jan 04, 2008 1:40 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Airbrush Advice
Replies: 16
Views: 9687

Actually, I do have a gas station just next door. I also will be without a car, and I'd rather not carry that CO2 tank several miles to get it refilled, then back again. They also seem to be about twice as expensive as an air tank. I model at a very slow pace and won't have too much time each day fo...
by One AM
Fri Jan 04, 2008 11:42 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Airbrush Advice
Replies: 16
Views: 9687

Thanks very much, everyone!
by One AM
Fri Jan 04, 2008 11:16 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Airbrush Advice
Replies: 16
Views: 9687

So if I were to get the tank Kylwell linked to I'd need a 1/2" Female NPT x 1/4" Male NPT adapter, like Part# 21247 on this page , which the regulator could connect to. From there the air brush hole could connect directly to the regulator's 1/4" male connector? I'm not experienced wit...
by One AM
Thu Jan 03, 2008 8:06 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Airbrush Advice
Replies: 16
Views: 9687

Oh, I hadn't thought of that. Thanks! Is the airbrush itself adequate?
by One AM
Thu Jan 03, 2008 6:33 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Airbrush Advice
Replies: 16
Views: 9687

Airbrush Advice

I was looking for a relatively cheap airbrush to be used on propellant cans as sound is very much an issue for me. Fifty dollars is about my upper limit. I'm not looking for something to sing and dance in my hand, just a brush that will lay down an even layer of paint on Federation starship models, ...
by One AM
Wed Aug 29, 2007 9:42 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Which clear coat?
Replies: 10
Views: 9420

I'm interested in applying Future without an airbrush too, because I'm at college, and a dorm room is not the best place for airbrushing.
by One AM
Thu Jul 26, 2007 5:12 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Mr. Surfacer 1200 Problems
Replies: 2
Views: 2299

But, just to be sure, there is usually a plastic safety cap under the metal one which can take some work to pop out. I feel foolish now. That was it. Thanks for pointing it out to me, I entirely missed it! And thanks for the advice on the other jar (which really does have that problem!). I'll give ...
by One AM
Thu Jul 26, 2007 10:00 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Mr. Surfacer 1200 Problems
Replies: 2
Views: 2299

Mr. Surfacer 1200 Problems

A month ago I ordered two bottles of Mr. Surfacer 1200 and some Mr. Color thinner from GreatModels web store. Due to perhaps an overabundance of caution my first model (PL D7) has taken quite awhile to get anywhere, but now I'm beginning to think about primering it. The problem is that when I opened...
by One AM
Sat Jun 30, 2007 12:27 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Where to order components online?
Replies: 32
Views: 123185

Though I'm no expert, mouser.com had quick shipping and the ability to order single items, as well as in bulk when I ordered from them.
by One AM
Fri Jun 29, 2007 10:18 am
Forum: Construction
Topic: Dremel Speed to Avoid Melting?
Replies: 7
Views: 7010

Okay, thanks very much. A pin vice it is.
by One AM
Thu Jun 28, 2007 4:08 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Dremel Speed to Avoid Melting?
Replies: 7
Views: 7010

Dremel Speed to Avoid Melting?

I have never attempted to drill windows with a Dremel tool, but I have heard of the plastic melting problem. The Dremel I use has a minimum speed of 5,000 RPM, is that slow enough to avoid the melting? I have searched through the forum and haven't found the answer. I'd be using a 1/32" bit. EDI...
by One AM
Mon Jun 25, 2007 10:26 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: LED Handling and Potentiometer Questions
Replies: 13
Views: 8326

Thank you very much, both of you. I've ordered a variety pack of resistors, and already have the wrist strap. I'll be working on an old wooden table and a cutting mat. I don't think that would be static generating... but I'm going off gut instinct there. Am I right? That's my last question... at lea...
by One AM
Sat Jun 23, 2007 1:05 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: LED Handling and Potentiometer Questions
Replies: 13
Views: 8326

Thanks for the replies, everyone. The package reads as follows: "ATTENTION OBSERVE PRECAUTIOS (sic) FOR HANDLING ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICES" Are the precautions as simple as a wrist strap, or do I need to do more, and, if so, what? I live in a fairly hot and dry climate, with occasion...
by One AM
Fri Jun 22, 2007 1:42 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: LED Handling and Potentiometer Questions
Replies: 13
Views: 8326

LED Handling and Potentiometer Questions

Hi, all. I'm very new to this hobby, and to this site. I've recently obtained some LEDs and plan to light my first model, a PL D7. I have a few questions about using them, though. I notice that they are static-sensitive. Do I need to take any sort of precautions when handling them, such as one of th...