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EVApodman wrote: ↑Sun Feb 25, 2018 12:42 pm If the plastic has yellowed then I'm afraid that it's a done deal. It will continue to yellow over time regardless of what you do now.

I was hoping that wasn't the case, oh well. Thank you for your reply and insight EVApodman, I appreciate it.

There is some rough areas on the plastic one side. The clear plastic has also yellowed. I've been coating it with a 6% peroxide cream and keeping it in the sun. It has reduced the yellow. I also used some Sensodyne toothpaste to help smooth it out... I think it helped. Still needs some TLC though.

Hi Guys, can anyone recommend a polishing cream for clear plastic. I know that Future is used for the final application, but I have a little more work to do before I get there. I did a search in the forums and this was all I can find.... --------------------------------------------------------------...

Here's how I do two-sided etch: http://s1004.photobucket.com/user/jkirkphotos/library/Photoetching%20at%20Home?sort=9&page=1 Some of my other albums have other examples, such as artwork: http://s1004.photobucket.com/user/jkirkphotos/library/Galactica%20TOS%20Etch%20Artwork?sort=3&page=1 to ...

mightymax wrote:Have you tried looking at a fabric store?

Max Bryant

That hasn't occurred to me, would something like a rigid mesh be available at a fabric store?

Here's a link to the Death Star II build up on SSM.

Thanks for the ideas guys!

I was reading up on the DIY photo etch on this site and as it so happens, my local electronic store has everything except for the brass shim stock.... I can get that at my local auto parts store.

I think I might try the technique for my Death Star 2 build.

Thanks Kylwell. I have an alternative plan in the works, which may prove to be the better option.

Surely there must be a gravel or gold industry in BC that needs screens and mesh. I purchased some really fine wire screen from Western Wire here in Portland, Oregon. It was sold off the roll, four feet wide. http://thewesterngroup.com/about-us/ Western Canada / Vancouver 1750 Brigantine Drive Coqu...

Thanks for the links John!

Johnnycrash wrote:I'm not sure how that much mesh would be needed for the DS.

If I could find a Shoebox full of reject brass PE, fine mesh, coffee filter screen, or anything like that, then I would be satisfied.

Johnnycrash, I'm building a model of the Death Star II. I have a link at the bottom left of this post that shows my current projects (Scratchy of Facebook), there are images of the progress so far. As mentioned, I'm gonna need a LOT. I was thinking of contacting a local laser cutter businesses and a...

Hello all, I need an alternative to Photo Etched screen, but just as fine. I'll need large amounts for a project that I started lately (link below left). If I purchased Photo Etch for this, it would destroy my bank account. I looked at coffee filters, but the screen is too fine. I also consider wind...

Besides the points in strength as mentioned above, you can also thread wires through the tube for lighting.

Unless you're sanding a lot or sanding on very hard surfaces a sheet will last a long time, I buy the 4 packs of 9"x11" sheets from Wal-Mart, a pack lasts me a long time, can't remember when I bought the last pack. For the finer grits (1000, 1500, 2000) I buy the 5 sheet packs of 3.67&quo...

You can also look for a small world globe. There are some that are made out of plastic, and you can pull the plastic film off. I picked one up from Craigslist for a Death Star II project.

Little bit of an update on that book... The author is "Shepard Paine" and the book is published by Kalmback Books and the ISBN number is 0-89024-551-7

I made molds from scratched styrene pieces and it worked out well. I also use Lego to build a reservoir and place this on a small sheet of styrene and make my first pour.

My greatest purchase was a book by Shepard Payne,... How to build dioramas. It has a section in there for mold making and casting.

Kylwell wrote:I've used the 74035, nice little cutter. I still prefer my Xuron 2175ET Professional Sprue Cutter.

I took a leap of faith and ordered this tool in at my LHS. Nice tool!

Thanks Kylwell!

Thanks Joseph!

Is there a free 3D Software download on the internet that one can use to create files to be printed?

The brand of Cyanoacrylate that I use.

I've used CA on the star destroyer, it seemed fine. Maybe I'll test certain types of glue with the FO and see what happens. After all this time, the FO lights up . I'll post a pic of the CA bottle later today. Also, I'll power up the lights and see what the equator trench looks like. Anybody try Gor...

I use CA to glue the fiber optic.

Glorfindel wrote:So that's how you make all your magic happen. Clever and very sneaky Scratchy!

That's just one of many tools

I have the Dremel Multipro with variable speed adjustment. I have this one mounted to the drill press accessory, and use it as a lathe for small details with a mandril bit. I recommend a Dremel with a variable speed. I also have the Stylus.... awesome little tool. I never had any issues with the bat...

I'm not an expert, but I have two suppliers,.... one in Vancouver, and one out in the 'Burbs.

Using an epoxy putty, I would sculpt the "flames" so that they would fit into the jets. Once the "flames" have cured, I would then pour a two part mould. Then I would suspend an LED at the base of the form so that it's hidden once in the jet, and I would inject clear resin into ...

Using an epoxy putty, I would sculpt the "flames" so that they would fit into the jets. Once the "flames" have cured, I would then pour a two part mould. Then I would suspend an LED at the base of the form so that it's hidden once in the jet, and I would inject clear resin into t...

I've punched some vent holes in a couple of my molds to eliminate this problem. I chose an area on the part with no detail and it's the highest point in the mold so that the air bubble works it's way out, so it's easy enough to trim and sand down once the part has cured. I should let it be known, I ...

Have you considered sending out a call for help to some of the members here,... see if they can shop at their local Home Depot, Lowes, whatever store,... and ship this to you. You of course would pay for all expenses of course. It's just an idea and falls into what this site is meant for,.... help e...