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    Now closed : Modellingtools.co.uk.

    in Modellingtools.co.uk

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    Hi,   At the moment we are working out what we are going to do, both the tools and home (an acre is a large garden!) to downsize to. Once we get our lives sorted out  I'm hoping to restart the lenses, wires  and some more of the range, probably via ebay.  

     

    At the moment we are looking at all the options,  Malvern is top of the list at the moment for moving, but we'll see how things go. 

     

     

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    Now closed : Modellingtools.co.uk.

    in Modellingtools.co.uk

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    Thanks for all the kind words.   I am thinking about a smaller retail offering later in the year and if I can get to shows!

     

    Smallspace show Hanslope 16th July  Hanslope will be the next  event.... as it's one I'm part of.

     

    We are hoping  to have the Whomobile to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Who  with lots more displays. 

     

    Hopefully we will also have John Leeson along as one of the Guests, more info in this link........ 

     

    http://www.hamex.co.uk/smallspace/smallspace-gen/smallspace-gen.html

     

    Thanks, Paul

     

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    Now closed : Modellingtools.co.uk.

    in Modellingtools.co.uk

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    Just to let everyone know that we have now closed Modellingtools.co.uk  

     

    Mainly   long covid for3 years . At the moment  we are looking at some different sector of  Hobby /Modelling Market.

     

    I'm hoping to get to some shows this year & will see some of you there.

     

    Many thanks for your support over the last 20 years.

     

    Paul

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    EDITED: Link fixed. Will portable airbrushes take over? I think so.

    in Airbrushes

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    There are several things to look at....

     

    What air pressure can the brush put out, what is the spec of the paint nozzle/needle, how long the charge lasts, how long to recharge the air supply, paint cup sizes ava.... etc..

     

    Airbrushes can be used for a variety of applications.    I remember  demos that Ian Peacock once had a customer that wanted suet airbrushed...I think it was for a tv advert !    

    Personally the normal mains air compressor, will be the norm, for a long time.   

     

    There is something about hold a good quality airbrush with precision components that can be configured for the job you need doing that is very satisfying. 

     

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    Faulty Compressor?

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    My  usual advice is if it's not performing as you would expect it to, contact the supplier & see what they say. 

     

    I suspect it's made in China & quality doesn't appear to be as good as units like the Taiwanese  Sparmax units.

    One other thing to check is the warranty, would expect it to be 2 years.

     

     

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    Modellingtools.co.uk update...

    in Modellingtools.co.uk

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    Hi, A new year update....

     

    Website now orders now blocked & we are in the process of closing the current business down.

    (70% Illness 30%  now more traders in our part of the market.)

     

    I am  looking  at new products to bring to the market mid year, but not rushing things

     

    I want to get back to making models & need to earn some money at some point!

     

    Happy New Year Everyone,

    Paul 

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    Harder & Steenbeck questions

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    After you remove the needle from the back, the air cap and paint nozzle unscrew from the from of the brush as a unit and the nozzle just lips out for cleaning.

    This is the same for the Ultra, Evolution & infinity range.  H&S also  produce their own cheap cleaning brushes  that can clean the inside of the nozzlle and the front of the brush.

    Paul

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    Harder & Steenbeck questions

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    As you say H&S is a lot more modular, different cups, nozzles, needles, pick & mix to get the brush you need for the job.

     

    The entry level brush is a bit of a compromise,  you can't add all the extras on it. The mid range Evolution Silverline 2in1 has everything that most people need.

    0.2mm nozzle for fine work and a 0.4mm for large area work. It also has a preset handle to set the maximum flow.   The hose should fit, if not there are adapters  available.

     

    Paul

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    Iwata Neo nozzle keep snapping

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    On 7/16/2022 at 6:05 PM, wavodavo said:

    Hello,

     

    I keep having a problem with my Iwata Neo. I have just just had my second nozzle snap on me whilst cleaning the airbrush. It says you that you don't need to take the nozzle out when cleaning but I have to remove it after varnishing as, even though I clean straight afterwards, the varnish seems to stay in the nozzle. It only snaps when I put it back in but is not cross threaded and I'm not over tightening. It does seem tight to screw back in though.

    Anyone else have this problem or have a solution?

    Dave

    If it's the CN/BCN,  I found the nozzles delicate and not cheap to replace.   I would get the broken bit out by  getting some cleaner in the front of the brush to soften up the dried paint, then use a cocktail stick in the middle of the loosened nozzle  to remove it.    

     

    For a good introductory brush, I would look at Iwata's    sister company Sparmax, they have a good range of brushes around the £50-60 mark   MAX- 3 & Max-4 are good general brushes.  If you fancy a trigger brush the GP-35 at at around £100 is a great all round brush.  Progressive double action trigger, preset handle at the back & spares are  lot cheaper than their sister range.

    Paul

    modellingtools.co.uk......offline for a while......

    in Modellingtools.co.uk

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    Some of you may know that we are not currently trading.  

     

    This is partly due to various health issues, long covid / arrythmia & not having a holiday in 20 years.

     

    I'm currently looking at our options going forwards, but need to get all our paperwork up to date and then having at least one long holiday..probably more & build some kits!

     

    Thanks,

    Paul

     

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    Ak Interactive airbrush 0.3

    in Airbrushes

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    Looked at them when they were announced.  Not sure who makes them or how long they will be around, but would personally  wouldn't touch them

    I would look at the Sparmax range.  A wide variety of airbrushes for different applications,  attractively priced, all spares available and part of the  larger  Harder & Steenbeck / Iwata group.

     

    Paul

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