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by No_6
Mon Jul 15, 2013 12:37 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Clyde "En'til'Zog" Jones has passed away
Replies: 28
Views: 82801

OMG! Sorry for the late response. He was of so much help to me... such a great, thoughtful, patient guy. RIP Zog. :(
by No_6
Sat Sep 01, 2012 4:29 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Need help finding rubber tubing
Replies: 2
Views: 4835

Not using it as an air line. :) Just going to be cutting it to place in the hop-up window.

Thanks for the link! I'll give them a shot.
by No_6
Sat Sep 01, 2012 3:12 am
Forum: Construction
Topic: Need help finding rubber tubing
Replies: 2
Views: 4835

Need help finding rubber tubing

I'm using this to create a nub for an airsoft gun. Here's what I need: Tubing with an inner diameter of 1/4" and with a wall thickness of about 1/16" to 3/32" Automotive vacuum tubing is just a little bit too stiff. Latex tubing is too soft. It needs to be pliable enough that you can ...
by No_6
Fri Aug 17, 2012 4:28 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Painting metal, and how many clear coats to use?
Replies: 3
Views: 4105

Painting metal, and how many clear coats to use?

Heya. I've been painting my airsoft guns (barrels mostly, but may be moving on to other parts) and want the most durable finish possible as these things not only receive a lot of handling, but get banged around a bit. I'm using Duplicolor self-etching primer on the metal parts, and will probably sti...
by No_6
Fri Jul 13, 2012 9:52 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Revised Compressor Recommendation Question
Replies: 3
Views: 4422

Nope on the CO2. Want to stick with HPA for the airsoft gun. I may just have to settle on getting a used scuba tank and have it filled at a diving shop and using that to fill the airsoft gun tank, and just getting the best compressor for airbrushing... and never the twain shall meet.
by No_6
Fri Jul 13, 2012 6:54 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Revised Compressor Recommendation Question
Replies: 3
Views: 4422

Revised Compressor Recommendation Question

Okay, after bopping about the web a bit, I'm revising the question. I've been on the prowl for a new compressor for a while. Now I'm looking to do double duty. Firstly to do airbrushing at home. I live in an apartment, so it needs to be quiet enough that my neighbors won't hate me. I currently use t...
by No_6
Fri Jul 13, 2012 6:08 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Please delete this thread.
Replies: 0
Views: 8077

Please delete this thread.

Sorry. Google did the trick.
by No_6
Tue Apr 10, 2012 8:29 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Low toxicity/quick cure room temp resin recommendations?
Replies: 4
Views: 6748

Thanks! FYI, I'm going to be buying 100 rd magazines for my Pulse Rifle and will be sculpting and then casting the bottom parts of the pulse rifle. Having the part cast in something that looks like metal will save me a bunch of time when it comes to the finishing stage. :) I just have to figure out ...
by No_6
Tue Apr 10, 2012 4:11 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Low toxicity/quick cure room temp resin recommendations?
Replies: 4
Views: 6748

SC305 sounds like the stuff. I read in the PDF infosheet that you can add pigment to the mixture. What would I use of I want it to look like aluminum?
by No_6
Tue Apr 10, 2012 1:59 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Low toxicity/quick cure room temp resin recommendations?
Replies: 4
Views: 6748

Low toxicity/quick cure room temp resin recommendations?

Like the title says. I'll still use my mask and use it in a well-ventilated area, but I need some stuff that isn't going to be so touchy. Easy to work with. Something where I won't need vacuums or special ovens or whatever. Something I can just leave on my deck for a few hours (or overnight in ~55° ...
by No_6
Sat Mar 17, 2012 9:54 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: How toxic is resin?
Replies: 18
Views: 22617

Thanks for all the information Chas, and I definitely plan on erring on the side of safety. Since I live in an apartment, and simply lack the ability to do larger casting projects in a manner that would give the best results AND be safe, I'll be limiting myself to casting smaller parts so that I can...
by No_6
Thu Mar 15, 2012 2:08 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Questions about casting and joining clear resin
Replies: 3
Views: 5594

Questions about casting and joining clear resin

Heya. I got it into my hand to do a sculpt of the Glass Hand from "Demon With a Glass Hand" but am trying to figure out the best way of doing things so that I can add lights and the inner structure. Wondering if y'all might have some good ideas. First, it seems like the way to get the effe...
by No_6
Tue Feb 21, 2012 12:19 am
Forum: Construction
Topic: How toxic is resin?
Replies: 18
Views: 22617

Chas is a little off base posting that info. If you look at it closely, the "deadly" effects are for breathing in the fumes. That really only happens when the isocyanate is in vapour form. If you look at the list of products, all of those need the isocyanate to be "aerated", as ...
by No_6
Tue Feb 21, 2012 12:17 am
Forum: Construction
Topic: How to model sand in 1:8?
Replies: 10
Views: 19920

A couple things: My spray-mount idea didn't work. It just wouldn't stay tacky long enough (that's with a liberal dose of Super 77). Then I used a few gallons of superglue and baking soda. That turned out okay, but I couldn't get exactly the surface contours I wanted since the glue dries almost insta...
by No_6
Mon Feb 20, 2012 10:00 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: How toxic is resin?
Replies: 18
Views: 22617

Lord. Now I'm convinced that I've poisoned myself for life. I didn't wear gloves & got it on my hands. I wonder how long I've got until my hands fall off.
by No_6
Mon Feb 20, 2012 6:41 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: How toxic is resin?
Replies: 18
Views: 22617

the dangerous compound in polyurethane resin is called isocyanate. it is colorless odorless and extremely hazardous. it can be absorbed by breathing it in and also through contact with the skin. It will not kill you and the danger is not an acute one. it is a cumulative effect. When it is absorbed ...
by No_6
Mon Feb 20, 2012 1:11 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: How toxic is resin?
Replies: 18
Views: 22617

I've been seriously casting for 4+ years now, and look at me: I'm fine!!!! :zb: That's reassuring! Apart from all the warnings all over the directions (there are SO many warnings that it is kind of hard to actually find the directions--I wound up looking it up online), I've found that the Crystal C...
by No_6
Sun Feb 19, 2012 5:20 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: How toxic is resin?
Replies: 18
Views: 22617

How toxic is resin?

So I've been experimenting with Smooth-On Crystal Clear 202, and I really like it. I used a proper respirator and did it all in my bathroom with the window open. After I finished casting, I kept the door closed and window open for a couple of hours to ventilate. I only mixed a small amount (about 2-...
by No_6
Thu Feb 09, 2012 2:43 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: On/Off button + Toggle wiring question
Replies: 7
Views: 11595

just remember that if you have multiple series of 4 leds in parallel and one resistor dropping voltage, the current through the resistor is the current through 1 series of LEDs * the number of 4 LED series loops. So typical new LEDs would be 4loops * 0.020 Asmps per loop = 0.080 Amps total. Wattage...
by No_6
Wed Feb 08, 2012 10:09 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: On/Off button + Toggle wiring question
Replies: 7
Views: 11595

Thanks Zog! It all worked out. I wound up getting a 10k Ohm volume switch for the second circuit which allows me to dial it down from 12vDC to about 9ish, really the perfect solution. Now to wire up the TIP31C to the stereo jack to see if I can get that to work...
by No_6
Tue Feb 07, 2012 12:22 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: On/Off button + Toggle wiring question
Replies: 7
Views: 11595

I have a SPDT switch. So that won't work?
by No_6
Mon Feb 06, 2012 9:30 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: On/Off button + Toggle wiring question
Replies: 7
Views: 11595

On/Off button + Toggle wiring question

Hey all. I was wondering if it was possible to wire something up with simple switches purchased from RadioS---k that will do this: 1 Latching pushbutton on/off 1 Toggle that will switch between a sound activated circuit and a bypass that will supply steady power. Also, the thing is wired up so that ...
by No_6
Sat Jan 28, 2012 5:41 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: How to model sand in 1:8?
Replies: 10
Views: 19920

micro balloons?
by No_6
Sat Jan 28, 2012 5:16 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: How to model sand in 1:8?
Replies: 10
Views: 19920

How to model sand in 1:8?

I am starting construction on the base for my Trek Diorama, and the 'ground' needs to look like sand with those sparkly bits they liked to mix with the sand. What is the best way of getting that fine, textured look? I was thinking of using some of the leftover cement I have from when I tiled my bath...
by No_6
Tue Jan 17, 2012 7:02 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Advice on making sound-activated lighting circuit
Replies: 7
Views: 12147

give the youtube trick a try, I'd be weary of blowing out the computer sound card but you could try some other audio device maybe an little fm radio for jogging or what not. 30 LEDs assuming newer white or blue. Assume you slightly under drive and run 4 leads in series (wants 13.2 volts). you can g...
by No_6
Mon Jan 16, 2012 8:52 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Advice on making sound-activated lighting circuit
Replies: 7
Views: 12147

Thanks everyone! Okay, so there's this kit: http://www.ramseyelectronics.com/cgi-bin/commerce.exe?preadd=action&key=CK457 And it only has 6 LEDs plugged into it, and I need to control 30... BTW, here's the video I watched showing how to do the 3.5mm stereo jack thingy: http://www.youtube.com/wat...
by No_6
Sun Jan 15, 2012 7:53 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Advice on making sound-activated lighting circuit
Replies: 7
Views: 12147

Advice on making sound-activated lighting circuit

Okay, seeing as how I've burned everything else out. I was thinking of going a completely different direction. I watched a video on how to build a 12v circuit using a TIP31 transistor and 3.5mm jack. The 3.5mm female jack is connected to the middle prong, and the positive and negatives of the LEDs t...
by No_6
Sat Jan 14, 2012 7:22 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Power question
Replies: 2
Views: 5458

Power question

So I am trying to wire up the sound-activation circuits from an Avatar toy and am wanting to use a regulated wall-wart to power it. The toy takes three 1.5v L736H batteries. So does that mean I need to supply 4.5v to the circuit in order for it to work?
by No_6
Mon Nov 21, 2011 2:45 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: FYI: McDonald's Avatar Happy Meal Toys Circuit
Replies: 3
Views: 4856

Whupps, sorry, yeah. 3 volts. Each toy takes 3 small watch batteries.
by No_6
Sat Nov 19, 2011 10:03 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: FYI: McDonald's Avatar Happy Meal Toys Circuit
Replies: 3
Views: 4856

FYI: McDonald's Avatar Happy Meal Toys Circuit

As many of you know, the Avatar toys have a small chip in them. Almost all of them have a sound/vibration sensor connected to a small, programmed chip. The larger toys (the animals) have 2-3 LEDs in them (not sure as I haven't pulled these open yet), while the figures have a single LED. Well, I was ...