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Hobby shed - Modelmaking glossary
Category: Hobbies and Crafts > Modelmaking
Date & country: 12/11/2007, UK Words: 275
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AbaftTowards a ship's stern.
AbeamAt right angles to a ship's length.
AbradeTo wear down or rub away by friction; erode.
Abrasive WheelA hard abrasive wheel used for grinding, sanding, etc.
ABSA plastic polymer (acrylonitrate butadiene styrene) commonly used to make model kits.
AcceleratorA chemical agent used to speed up the drying time for super glue.
AcetateA generic term referring to a sheet of transparent plastic.
Ackermann SteeringThe basis of Ackermann's Steering is that the inner wheel turns about a smaller radius than the outer wheel.
AcrylicA water-based paint that contains acrylic resin and comes in a variety of gloss levels.
AerosolA pressurised container that can deliver a solvent, propellant and paint mix for a professional finish, or provide power to enable airbrushing of paint.
AftAt, in, toward, or close to the stern of a vessel or the rear of an aircraft or spacecraft.
After-MarketA product not included with a kit by the manufacturer but sold afterwards for use with the kit, generally by another supplier. Common after-market products include decals, photo-etched items and cast components.
AFVAbbreviation: Armoured Fighting Vehicle.
Air HoseA length of tubing used to connect an airbrush to a can of propellant or a compressor.
AirbrushAn atomizer using compressed air to spray a liquid, such as paint, onto a surface. See Choosing paint and painting tools.
AirfoilThe cross-section of a wing.
AlignTo arrange in a line or centre so as to be parallel.
AllowanceAn allowed difference in dimension of closely mating machine parts.
AlloyA metal made from a combination of other metals or non-metals to produce certain desirable quantities.
AluminiumAluminium is the basis for a number of alloys.
AnglesThe inclination of one line to another. One complete revolution equals 360°.
ApplicationMeans of applying paint to certain substrates. Brush and airbrush are the common modelmaking methods.
ApronA cloth, leather or plastic garment that is tied about the waist and worn to protect clothing.
ArmatureThe framework used to support a piece when sculpting.
Army ListSome wargame rules systems require players to keep a written record of their forces.
AtomisationA process where paint is broken into finely divided droplets and then applied onto a surface. This applies to the process of airbrushing, where paint is forced through the airbrush nozzle under pressure.
ATVAbbreviation: All Terrain Vehicle.
Authentic ColourPaint matched to original BS, FS, railway, naval and army colours.
AxisThe line, real or imaginary, passing through the center of an object about which it could rotate; a point of reference.
BallastWeight used for balancing a model, particularly nautical vessels and aircraft.
BalsaA soft wood, very light in weight, and used in the construction of motorised model airplanes and gliders.
Band SawA power saw. Its blade is a continuous, narrow, steel band with teeth on one edge. The blade passes over two large pulley wheels.
BaseMany miniature gaming rules systems require models to be mounted on a specific base or a flat surface.
Bench LatheA small lathe mounted on a bench or table.
Black LiningTo paint a dark colour in the recesses of a model to create a dramatic or comic book appearance.
BlendTo combine or mix so that the constituent parts are indistinguishable from one another.
Blind HoleA hole made in a workpiece that does not pass through it.
Blister PackCard packaging with a vac formed clear plastic bubble. Commonly used as packaging for miniatures, tools and accessories.
BloomingWhen the colour of a dried paint film looks hazy. Blooming is caused by moisture trapped in paint film and is often caused by ambient conditions. Blooming is commonly seen with decorative paints, where the surface the paint has been applied to is not fully dry, or where exterior paint has been applied in damp conditions.
BlowholeA casting defect caused by trapped steam or gas.
BlueprintConstruction plans, containing great detail about the subject.
BNIBAbbreviation: Brand New In Box.
BowThe front section of a ship or boat.
Bow ThrusterA small propeller mounted sideways in the bow of a vessel to aid maneuverability.
Box-scaleModel kits made in 'fit-the-box' size. See What exactly is a scale model?.
BrassBrass is an alloy of copper and zinc, but often other elements such as aluminium, iron, manganese, tin and lead are added.
BrushstrokeThe mark left by a loaded (filled) brush on a surface. Brushstrokes can be distinguished by their direction, thickness, texture, and quality.
BS StandardBritish Standard colours.
BuffTo achieve a smooth finish of high luster by polishing with a cloth or fabric wheel to which a compound has been added.
Burra) The sharp edge left on metal after cutting or punching. b) A rotary cutting tool designed to be attached to a drill.
CaliperA measuring instrument used to measure the distance between two points or the inside or outside dimensions of an object.
CamberUsed to define vertical alignment of wheels.
CampaignA wargaming term used to describe a series of linked battles.
CE MarkConformite Europeene (French). Symbol used to indicate that a product conforms to the relevant European health, safety and environmental quality standards. The mark is often found on product packaging.
Cellulose ThinnersA blend of solvents that are very good for removing paint from certain surfaces.
CentresThe centre of rotation of an object.
ChineThe line where the side and bottom of a v-bottomed boat meet.
Circle CutterA tool for cutting circles in sheet plastic. Designed like a pair of mathematical compasses with a blade on one arm and a needle point on the other.
ClampAny of various devices used to join, grip, support, or compress parts.
Clay GunAn extruding tool made from die-cast steel. Interchangeable discs provide a simple way to make textural details such as leaves, rope, bricks and tubes from modelling putty or polymer clay.
Clean-upThe final, often routine tasks that complete a project.
Close CombatWargaming term used to describe fighting at close range.
ColorantConcentrated colour (dyes or pigments) that can be added to paints to make specific colours.
Colour MatchingAdjusting paint composition so that it conforms to an agreed standard.
Colour RenderingHow a particular colour looks in specific lighting conditions. Different types of light render colour differently. For example, natural sunlight contains more blue light, whereas artificial lights contain more orange. Thus blues will appear more intense in daylight than artificial light. See also metamerism.
Colour WashWatering down paint to reduce its opacity and give a 'washed' appearance.
Colour WheelA circular diagram in which primary and usually intermediate colours are arranged sequentially so that related colours are next to each other and complementary colors are opposite.
Command ControlA way of controlling trains by sending electronic messages through the rails.
ComponentOne part of an unassembled model kit.
ConversionTo change the appearance of a standard model by adding or removing elements, manipulating components or by altering pose.
Conversion of UnitsConversion factors from Imperial to Metric to Imperial for length, area, volume or mass.
CoverageThe spreading rate of a paint or coating, usually expressed in metres squared per litre.
CrackleA paint effect where a surface is covered with a network of fine cracks similar to crazing.
CrazingDried paint that has developed lines resembling crazy paving. Causes include incomplete drying of the paint film below when recoating, where the solvent in the topcoat re-dissolves the first coat, or by an aggressive solvent in the topcoat attacking the first coat. If using different types of paint in successive coats you should always do a test area on some excess plastic or cardboard first.
Cross-sectionA view of the interior of an object as it is sliced along a plane.
CurbsideTerm used to describe an automotive kit that does not include engine detail.
CuringAllowing a paint to fully dry. Curing is the chemical reaction with atmospheric oxygen that dries solvent-based paints. It is also responsible for skins appearing in paint cans, caused by the can not being fully airtight when closed.
CyanoacrylateMore commonly known as 'Super Glue'.
Daylight Simulation BulbA bulb that mimics natural light.
Dead CentreThe exact centre of an object.
Decal FixativeA water-based solution for softening decals and securing them into position.
DeckThe flat surface topping a ship's hull. Also describes the 'levels' of a ships' hull.
Diea) A metal block containing small conical holes through which plastic, metal, or other ductile material is extruded or drawn. b) A device used for cutting out, forming, or stamping material.
DiecastA part formed by forcing molten metal into a die.
DioramaA scale model scene made up from models set in a realistic background.
Display CaseA display case gives the finishing touch to a model and keeps it clean and free from dust.
DopeA type of lacquer used to protect, waterproof, and tighten the cloth surfaces of airplane wings.
DraughtThe amount of water required to float a vessel.
Drill BitsNormally made of hardened or high speed steel with two cutting edges on the conical end with two helical flutes that act to move material away from the cutting edges.
Dry FittingThe assembling of a model without glue to check that parts fit together. Dry fitting can prevent time-consuming and costly mistakes later in the build process.
DrybrushA technique used to simulate wear and tear on a model. A brush that's almost free of paint is run across an edge or raised area to give a weathered or worn look. Drybrushing can ruin a brush quickly, so it can be advisable to use an older brush.
Ear PlugsDevice which go in the ear. Designed to protect hearing from noise produced by loud machinery.
EarthworksSculptural representation of earth, rocks or plants.
EggshellA gloss level lying between semi-gloss and flat matt. Eggshell is very similar to satin finish.
Ejector Pin MarksSmall round impressions usually found on the back of plastic parts.
Electro-platingThe coating of an electrically conductive item with a layer of metal using electrical current. The result is a thin, smooth, even coat of metal on the object.
EnamelSolvent-based paint that comes in a variety of gloss levels. It can be applied by brush or airbrush, or sometimes both, depending on product specification.
Epoxy PuttyA two-part putty which can be kneaded together and used in a variety of ways. Epoxy putty can be thinned and smoothed with water and it hardens to a rock-hard state in several hours. See Model Compound.
Evaporation RateThe rate at which solvent or water evaporates from an applied film. Ambient temperature and humidity can greatly affect this and increase drying time.
FeatheringThe painting process of merging borders, or softening the edge around a mask.