Tamiya Epoxy Putty Smooth Surface 100g TAM87052 – Sculpting & Modelling Filler
🏆 Tamiya Epoxy Putty Smooth Surface 🏆
Tamiya's Epoxy Putty Smooth Surface is the professional choice for modellers who demand perfection. This premium Japanese-made putty delivers an exceptionally smooth finish that's incredibly easy to work with. Unlike other putties, it maintains its shape during curing with minimal shrinkage, allowing for precise detail work.
After curing, you'll enjoy a surface that's remarkably easy to sand, drill, cut, and paint – ideal for achieving those perfect finishes on your masterpieces. The light grey/beige colour makes it easy to see your work and provides an excellent base for all paints.
⭐ Quick Product Facts
Brand
Tamiya (Japan) - Premium Quality
Product Code
TAM87052
Contents
100g Total (2 x 50g Components)
Colour After Mixing
Light Grey/Beige - Perfect for Painting
Working Time
~1 Hour (Fully Cures in 24 Hours)
🎨 Perfect For Your Creative Projects
🚗 Scale Models
- Fill seam lines on plastic kits
- Repair broken parts
- Create custom details
- Modify body panels
🧙 Miniatures & Figurines
- Sculpt custom details
- Create terrain elements
- Add texture to bases
- Convert existing figures
🛠️ Dioramas & Scenery
- Build realistic stone textures
- Create smooth water surfaces
- Fashion small detail pieces
- Join different materials together
🎭 Artistic Projects
- Create fine art sculptures
- Repair collectibles
- Make jewellery components
- Fix mixed media artwork
🔧 Works With Nearly Any Material
| Material | Compatibility | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Plastic Models (ABS, PS) | ✅ Excellent | Filling seams, creating panel lines, repairs |
| Resin Models | ✅ Excellent | Fixing bubbles, adding details, repairs |
| Metal Models | ✅ Excellent | Filling joints, creating textures |
| Wood | ✅ Very Good | Filling cracks, creating decorative elements |
| Mixed Materials | ✅ Excellent | Bonding different materials together |
📝 Easy Step-by-Step Usage Guide
Measure equal amounts from each of the two components to ensure proper curing and strength.
Proper mixing is essential for complete curing. The color should be a consistent light grey/beige with no streaks.
The putty is very workable and can be applied precisely where needed with a variety of tools.
You have approximately one hour of working time before the putty begins to harden significantly.
The putty will become increasingly firm and can be handled after a few hours, though full strength requires 24 hours.
Once fully cured, the putty can be worked just like plastic or resin - it sands smoothly, holds detail well, and takes paint perfectly.
💡 Artist Tips & Techniques
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Sculpting fine details: Let the putty partially cure (20-30 minutes) for easier detail work.
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Perfect smooth surfaces: Dampen your finger or tool with water and gently smooth the surface.
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Creating textures: Press materials like fine mesh, textured plastic, or even natural items into the soft putty.
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Extended working time: Work in a cooler environment to gain more sculpting time before curing begins.
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Putty economising: Only mix the amount you need for immediate use - unused putty components stay fresh in sealed packaging.
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Perfect primer: This putty accepts all types of model paints without special preparation - a huge time saver!
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Tamiya Epoxy Putty Smooth Surface offers exceptional smoothness, minimal shrinkage, and superior sandability compared to standard modelling putties. It's ideal for precision work requiring a perfect finish.
Unlike basic plastic putties which can shrink and crack, this epoxy putty maintains its form and volume when cured. It's also more durable than air-drying clay or standard putties, making it perfect for structural repairs and detailed work.
Absolutely! This putty bonds excellently to plastic, resin, metal, and wood - making it versatile for nearly any modelling project. Its strong adhesive properties make it ideal for joining different materials together, which is often challenging with other putty types.
You'll have approximately 1 hour of working time. The putty becomes firm enough to handle after 3-4 hours and reaches full hardness after 24 hours. The consistency changes gradually during the working time - initially soft and pliable, then becoming firmer which is ideal for detailed sculpting work.
Yes! This putty is excellent for sculpting fine details. For the best results, allow it to partially cure for about 30 minutes when it becomes firmer but still workable. At this stage, it holds detail exceptionally well and can be carved and shaped with precision tools.
No primer needed! After curing, this putty accepts all types of model paints directly, saving you time and ensuring excellent colour adhesion. The light beige/grey color provides an excellent neutral base that won't affect the appearance of your paint colors.
The ultimate professional modelling putty for perfect results every time!
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