Tamiya Polishing Compound Sponges 87192

Name: Tamiya Polishing Compound Sponges 87192
Brand: Tamiya
SKU: 87192
Price: 5.65 USD
Availability: InStock

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Product overview

These handy sponges are designed to apply your favorite polishing compound, for a gleaming and lustrous finish! They feature a stiff central section for easy grip, with a soft applicator section on each end that poses minimal risk of surface scratches. Additionally, they allow for clean, precise application of the compound for those tough to reach spots. giving your model a gorgeous finish to its paint job. 3 sizes are included, to ensure that you have the right tool for a whole range of polishing jobs. Simply wash with detergent after use.

Contents

• Small, Medium & Large Sponges x1 each
• Sponges feature integrated grip sections, making them a breeze to handle.
• Compared to cloth, the sponges allow much more precise application of polishing compound, helping you avoid problems such as rubbing away paint from corners or edges, and accidental mixing of colors on or around borders.
• 3 different sizes included. One each of 14x14x30, 8x8x30 and 6x14x30mm sponges.
• After use, the sponges can be washed and re-used.

Notes · Q & A

What's the difference between a needle file and a sanding stick?

Needle files are steel, cut faster and hold their shape for tight spots and metal. Sanding sticks are foam or paper-backed abrasive, kinder to plastic and better for smoothing broad, flat surfaces without gouging.

Which grit should I start with on mould lines?

For plastic, start around 400 grit to knock the line back, then refine with 600–800. Coarser than 400 leaves scratches you then have to chase out, so only go lower for resin flash or heavy work.

Should I file wet or dry?

Wet sanding with a drop of water reduces dust and clogging and gives a finer finish, which matters on resin where the dust is best not inhaled. Dry filing is fine for quick metal work and steel needle files.

How do I stop a file clogging with plastic or resin?

Brush it out with a stiff brass brush along the cut direction. For sanding sticks, tap them clean often. Clogged abrasive stops cutting and starts burnishing, which just polishes the high spots rather than removing them.

Notes · Logistics

Shipping

Orders placed before 3pm (Mon–Fri) are dispatched the same day. UK delivery is by Royal Mail 24 Tracked. Free UK delivery on orders over £70. International delivery available via Royal Mail International Tracked or courier.

Returns

If you're not happy with your purchase, contact us within 30 days for a full refund or exchange. Items must be unused and in original packaging.

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