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PHOTO-ETCHING

For those unfamiliar with photo-etch, also known as photochemical etching or photochemical machining, is a manufacturing process used to produce precision metal parts and components for various applications, including scale models in the context of model making and miniature engineering. This technique can be brought to plastic kits to improve kit components. Your ship model kits may be a historically accurate replica of a legendary warship or your personal design, and photo etching offers a splendid possibility to feature fine details that might be tough or maybe impossible to reproduce with other different methods.

This accurate and versatile method has gained a sizable reputation among model-makers for its capacity to transform ordinary models into authentic-to-life creations. It is an extensively favored technique in scale model-making for several reasons. Firstly, photo etching lets in for the creation of quite fine and intricate elements, making it possible to duplicate complex features, textures, and small details with a high level of accuracy. Reason number two is that photo-etched elements are frequently very skinny and flat, making them best for adding real elements without including excessive bulk to the model. This is especially crucial for keeping the right scale and proportions of the model. Parts made with this technique are generally long-lasting and resistant to wear and tear, making them suitable for models that can be handled or displayed over time.

One of the most important factors of photo etching for ships is the addition of railings and pallets. They play a key position in supplying balance to the ship and permitting it to stay at the surface of the water. Railings and pallets are vital additives of a ship's structure, giving the ship the capability to sail as it should be even in the maximum tough situations, along with storms and waves.

In addition, important details for ship models include ladders and fins. Stairs permit crew and passengers to get entry to all levels of the ship, adding functionality and realism to the model. Fins, in turn, are essential to ensure the protection of the ship and its capacity to float even in the event of harm. During such work, it is usually necessary to use tweezers to separate small parts from the workpiece or other parts of the material. This process can be difficult at times and requires a lot of attention and care. However, the result is worth all the effort. Photo etching allows you to create realistic details that perfectly correspond to actual objects.

When selecting photo-etching parts in your model project, it is critical to not forget diverse factors to gain a satisfactory end result. First, decide the scope and scale of your project. This will help decide precisely where you need to apply the image-printed parts and how large they have to be.

Do some studies on your model's topic. This will let you understand exactly which components need to be reproduced with the help of photo-printed parts and how they look in reality.

Next, check in case your modeling kit includes photo-printed components. Some high-end kits may already include these details. Find out if there are third-party photo-printed parts available for your specific kit or theme. Many producers offer general and specialized sets of photo-printed elements. Choose parts that match the scale of your project and the level of detail you want to achieve. Check that you have the necessary tools and adhesives for working, along with precision tweezers and SA glue. With practice and the right approach, you can achieve impressive results.

The Plastic Models Store offers a wide selection of ship photo-etched kits that contain all the essential components to create the maximum real miniart models. It has to be stated that we provide photo etching kits for diverse varieties of ships, which include warships, merchant ships, historic ships, and many others. You can also locate photo-etched kits in a variety of scales, permitting you to choose the size that best suits your desires and needs. You will discover both massive model kits and compact kits for smaller ships.

Uncover a vast array of photo-etched parts and a multitude of upgrades to enhance your model kit, elevating its realism and detail to a whole new level!

Brand: OREL Model: OREL324/1
Manufacturer: OREL (Ukraine)Code: 324/1Scale: 1:200Condition: NewContains 1 plate of pieces (72mm x 46mm, 0.16mm thick) which are the hardest pieces to cut out of cardboard. The parts should be carefully separated from the plate. Photograss will help to significantly enhance the effect of the model ..
$18.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL351/1
Photo-Etched for Missouri river ironclad America 1863, 1/200Manufacturer: Orel (Ukraine) Scale: 1/200 Condition: New Type: Missouri river ironclad AmericaCountry: America 1863..
$16.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL350/1
Photo-Etched for Le Redoutable Ironclad, France 1878, 1/200Manufacturer: Orel (Ukraine) Scale: 1/200 Condition: New Type: Le Redoutable IroncladCountry: France 1878..
$35.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL348/1
Photo-Etched for Kometa-17 Hydrofoll project 342M Ukraine 1992 1/100Manufacturer: Orel (Ukraine) Scale: 1/100 Condition: New Type: Kometa-17 Hydrofoll project 342MCountry: Ukraine 1992..
$16.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL343/1
Photo-Etched for Pascal protected cruiser, France 1895, 1/200Manufacturer: Orel (Ukraine) Scale: 1/200 Condition: New Type: Pascal protected cruiserCountry: France 1895..
$35.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL334/1
Type: Ship of the LineSeries: NavyCountry: Russia, 1712Scale: 1: 100Contains 1 plate with parts (73 mm x 63 mm, 0.3 mm thick), which are most difficult to cut from cardboard. To use them, the parts must be carefully separated from the plate. Photo-etching will help you greatly enhance the effect of ..
$9.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL333/1
Type: TugSeries: NavyCountry: USSR, 1977Scale: 1: 200Contains 2 plates with parts (145 mm x 47 mm, 0.16 mm thick), which are the most difficult to cut from cardboard. To use them, the parts must be carefully separated from the plate. Photo-etching will help you greatly enhance the effect of your mod..
$24.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL332/1
Type: Tug boatSeries: Civilian NavyCountry: USSR, 1974Scale: 1:50Contains 1 plate with parts (145 mm x 47 mm, 0.16 mm thick), which are most difficult to cut from cardboard. To use them, the parts must be carefully separated from the plate. Photo-etching will help you greatly enhance the effect of y..
$12.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL330/1
Type: Ship of the LineSeries: NavyCountry: Sweden, 1628Scale: 1: 100Contains 1 plate with parts (73 mm x 63 mm, 0.3 mm thick), which are most difficult to cut from cardboard. To use them, the parts must be carefully separated from the plate. Photo-etching will help you greatly enhance the effect of ..
$9.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL326/1
Photo Etching Orel 326/1 to Orel 326 Destroyer leader Tashkent, USSR, 1942 Type: LeaderSeries: NavyCountry: USSR, 1942Scale: 1: 200Photo Etching The ship's project was developed and implemented in Livorno (Italy) by order of the Soviet government. Laid down on September 9, 1935, launched on December..
$43.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL325/1
Photo Etching Orel 325/1 to Orel 325 Virginia II, Battleship, Conf. St. America Type: Battleship Series: NavyCountry: Confederate States of America, 1864Scale: 1: 200Photo Etching Virginia II is a casemate battleship built in Richmond for the fleet of the Confederate States of America. It was named ..
$8.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL322/1
Photo Etching Orel 322/1 to model Orel 322 "Raketa" pr.340P, Civilian USSR, 1969 Type: motor shipSeries: Civilian fleetCountry: USSR, 1969Scale: 1: 100Photo Etching Contains 1 plate with parts (190 mm x 48 mm, 0.16 mm thick), which are most difficult to cut from cardboard. To use them, the parts mus..
$15.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL321/1
Photo Etching Orel 321/1 to model Orel 321 "Raketa" pr.340E, Civilian USSR, 1957 Type: motor shipSeries: Civilian fleetCountry: USSR, 1957Scale: 1: 100Photo Etching Contains 1 plate with parts (190 mm x 36 mm, 0.16 mm thick), which are most difficult to cut from cardboard. To use them, the parts mus..
$12.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL320/1
Photo Etching Orel 320/1 to model Orel 320 SMS Albatross, Navy, Germany, 1908 Type: MinefellerSeries: NavyCountry: Germany 1908Scale: 1: 200Volume: Photo Etching Contains 1 plate with parts (144 mm x 63 mm, 0.16 mm thick), which are most difficult to cut from cardboard. To use them, the parts must b..
$15.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL318/1
Photo Etching Orel 318/1 to Orel 318 River motor ship pr. 301 "Vladimir Ilyich" Type: motor shipSeries: Civilian fleetCountry: USSR, 1975Scale: 1: 200Photo Etching Contains 1 plate with parts (290 mm x 97 mm, 0.16 mm thick), which are most difficult to cut from cardboard. To use them, the parts must..
$43.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL316/1
Photo Etching Orel 316/1 to model Orel 316 Self-propelled barge T-36, USSR, 1960Type:  bargeSeries: NavyCountry: USSR, 1960Scale: 1: 100Photo Etching Contains 1 plate with parts (46 mm x 95 mm, 0.16 mm thick), which are most difficult to cut from cardboard. To use them, the parts must be carefully s..
$10.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL313/1
Photo Etching Orel 313/1 to model Orel 313 Trawler "Navena", Great Britain, 1959 Type: TrawlerSeries: Civilian fleetCountry: Great Britain, 1959Scale: 1: 100Photo Etching Contains 1 plate with parts (72 mm x 187 mm, 0.16 mm thick), which are most difficult to cut from cardboard. To use them, the par..
$24.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL312/1
Photo Etching Orel 312/1 to model Orel 312 Galleon "Roter Löwe", Holland, 1597 Type: GalleonSeries: NavyCountry: Holland, 1597Scale: 1: 100Photo Etching Contains 1 plate with parts (46 mm x 72 mm, 0.3 mm thick), which are most difficult to cut from cardboard. To use them, the parts must be carefull..
$8.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL310/1
Photo Etching Orel 310/1 to model Orel 310 Steamer "Saginaw", Navy, USA, 1860 Type: Steamer Series: NavyCountry: USA, 1860Scale: 1: 200Photo Etching Contains 2 plates with parts (142 mm x 62 mm, 0.16 mm thick), which are most difficult to cut from cardboard. To use them, the parts must be carefully ..
$34.99
Brand: OREL Model: OREL307/1
Photo Etching Orel 307/1 to model Orel 307 Frigate "Eagle", Navy, Russia, 1669 Type: FrigateSeries: NavyCountry: Russia, 1669Scale: 1: 100Material: Photo etching Contains 1 plate with parts (46 mm x 72 mm, 0.3 mm thick), which are most difficult to cut from cardboard. To use them, the parts must be ..
$8.99
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