Tamiya 87069 Polishing Compound Fine 22ml – Step 2 Smooth Finish
Tamiya 87069 Polishing Compound Fine 22ml – Step 2 Smooth Finish
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TAMIYA 87069 ✨
Polishing Compound FINE - Professional Step 2 Polish
🤔 What is Polishing Compound Fine?
This is a fine-grit polishing paste - the crucial second step in Tamiya's professional 3-step system. It smooths surfaces after coarse polishing and prepares them for that perfect mirror finish.
🎯 Tamiya 3-Step Polishing System
← YOU ARE HERE
1 - COARSE
Remove deep scratches and sanding marks
2 - FINE
Smooth surface after coarse polishing
3 - FINISH
Final mirror-like polish
🎯 Ideal Applications
🚗 Car Models
- Body panels after primer sanding
- Headlight and taillight restoration
- Chrome and metallic finishes
✈️ Aircraft Models
- Canopy and window polishing
- Smooth painted surfaces
- Preparation for decals
🏍️ Motorcycle Models
- Tank and fairing surfaces
- Windscreen polishing
- Metal exhaust pipes
🤖 Figures & Gundam
- Smooth armor surfaces
- Transparent beam sabers
- Glossy finish details
📊 Technical Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Fine-grit polishing compound |
| Grit Level | Fine - smooths after coarse polishing |
| Volume | 22ml tube - highly concentrated |
| Compatible Materials | Plastic, clear parts, metal, resin |
| Application | Soft cloth, felt, or foam applicator |
| Cleanup | Water or isopropyl alcohol |
🛠️ How to Use Fine Compound
Prepare
Clean surface after coarse polishing. Ensure it's completely dry and dust-free before proceeding.
Apply
Use soft cloth or applicator. Apply thin layer with gentle circular motions. Work in small sections.
Polish
Work surface until smooth. Add drop of water for gentler effect if needed. Less pressure than coarse stage.
Clean
Remove all residue with water or alcohol. Surface ready for Finish compound (87070)!
⚠️ Important Guidelines
✅ Best Practices:
- Always use after Coarse compound
- Work in small sections
- Use soft, lint-free cloths
- Test on hidden areas first
🚫 Avoid These Mistakes:
- Don't use on uncured paint
- Avoid excessive pressure
- Don't skip surface cleaning
- Don't use dirty applicators
❓ Common Questions
Fine compound works best after Coarse polishing. If your surface only has minor imperfections, you might skip Coarse, but results will be optimal following the complete 3-step system.
Absolutely! Fine compound is excellent for transparent parts like windows, headlights, and canopies. It removes fine scratches and restores clarity without damage.
Very little! A pea-sized amount covers a large area. The 22ml tube will last for many models - it's highly concentrated.
Fine compound creates a smooth, glossy surface, but for true mirror finish, follow with Tamiya Finish compound (87070) as the final step.
Yes, you can use Fine compound with rotary tools like Proxxon, but use low speed and light pressure. Hand polishing gives you more control for delicate work.
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🔬 Complete Specifications
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Tamiya |
| Product Code | 87069 |
| EAN | 4950344076864 |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Product Category | Polishing Compound - Fine Grade |
| Volume | 22ml tube (highly concentrated) |
| System Compatibility | Second stage (Coarse → Fine → Finish) |
| Compatible Materials | Plastic, resin, metal, clear parts |
| Application Method | Soft cloth, felt, foam applicator - circular motion |
| Working Pressure | Light to moderate - gentler than coarse stage |
| Surface Preparation | Must be clean and dry after coarse polishing |
| Coverage | Multiple models - very economical usage |
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Green Stuff stays slightly flexible and holds fine sculpted detail; Milliput cures rock-hard and sands smooth, ideal for gap filling. Many modellers mix the two.
How long does epoxy putty take to cure?
Workable for roughly 60–90 minutes, fully cured in about 24 hours at room temperature — check each product's description for exact times.
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