tamiya putty basic type

[ky0]

what is this type of putty used for?

i accidentally bought this putty instead of the epoxy putty. i dont know what to do with it.

[glacier985]

its a surface putty used to fill in small holes, cracks, chips, etc

[ky0]

so you use basic putty just like epoxy?

whats the difference between the 2?

[Vric]

Newbie never read the FAQ...

What is model putty for?

Epoxy putty

Tamiya Epoxy Putty help!

What kind of supplies do I need to get started?

[ky0]

doesnt say what basic type putty is for though

[Vric]

Originally Posted by ky0

doesnt say what basic type putty is for though

When they don't search, they don't read

This is a filler-type putty that can be used to fill small cuts, scratches, cuts and dips in a model’s surface. It is important to note that tube type putties are filler only, and not for shaping. They also contain the same chemicals as plastic cement, so applying too much can deform and melt plastic.

This is from the great text of Willimo: What kind of supplies do I need to get started?

[ky0]

so basic type is for filling and epoxy is for shaping?

[hirofkd]

That's about right. Tamiya basic putty is on of those kinds called solvent putty. Basically, its solvent slightly dissolves styrene, allowing the putty to firmly grab the surface. The putty cures in a few hours at most, and the hardened putty is one of the softest, which means it's easy to file and sand.

Some of the disadvantages are that you can't apply it too thick, or it'll take way too long to harden or attack and partially dissolve the underlying plastic. (no thicker than 1.0 mm, I would say.) Also, because it's paste-like, you can't use your fingers to shape a solid object, unlike epoxy putty which behaves like ordinary sculpting clay.

If you are thinking of making your own body kit, you'll need both kinds. Make a basic shape with epoxy putty, carve, file and sand to the desired shape. But you'll probably see some dimples and dents. Fill those with basic putty, sand and smooth, then finish with primer to even the surface.

Just open the tube and try it on a scrap piece of plastic.

[ky0]

thanks a lot...im such a newbie

[chyknees]

Originally Posted by ky0

thanks a lot...im such a newbie

most were at one point in time. I had the same question that you did before, but i just bought both kinds of putty and slowly figured it out. Wants you try it, you figure it out and get used to what it is used for.

[freakmech]

dont worry you didnt waste your money. i use basic putty more then any other type. good luck!

[klutz_100]

It's also worth knowing that if you mix basic type putties with acetone (nail varnish remover), you get a thinner, runnier putty which is very good for applying with a paintbrush to joint lines, small areas precisely etc etc.

As always, test out on a piece of scrap first to get the hang of it!!

HTH and enjoy your modelling - I'm new to this too and it is well worth the effort just browsing and surfing the web and the forum. There's tons of gems of info buried in there, you just need to be creative in wording your search queries in different ways

[WasteGas]

Great tip klutz!