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How to use coloured primer in a spray can?
Posted in: Painting
28th February 2022
In general, using a spray can of coloured primer is simple, but a few tips can make all the difference. When using...
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What are different watt soldering irons for?
Posted in: Kit building
6th April 2021
If you've ever shopped for a soldering iron, you'll know that there's a wide range of soldering irons available from...
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How do I set couplings to the correct height?
Posted in: Rolling stock
5th November 2021
Setting your couplings to the correct height is more important than you might think. If the height difference between...
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Which steam engines were used for shunting?
Posted in: Rolling stock
23rd June 2023
Various types of steam locomotives were used for shunting operations. Here are some of the commonly seen steam...
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What is Railcom?
Posted in: Model Railway, Power and control
30th July 2020
RailCom is a system developed by Lenz that allows two-way communication between a DCC controller and a decoder. The...
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What is acetate?

Acetate is a term used in modelling to describe many types of plastic film or sheets and is so called because it's made from a material called cellulose acetate.

The chances are, if you like making model aircraft, you will have come across acetate before as many cockpit instrument panels are made from it.

The main advantage for model manufacturers using acetate is that fine detail can be printed on it easily and cost effectively therefore removing the requirement to use more expensive and less effective etching techniques.

Acetate is produced from natural sources and is a source of polymer. In addition to the manufacture of some model parts, it is also used in the printing trade, medical profession and in the production of some processed foods.

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