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panewman83
Posts : 26
Join date : 2011-07-19
Location : Catonsville
| | Subject: Magnet advice? Sat Jul 30, 2011 1:27 am | |
| I just ordered my first batch of magnets. I'm wondering what I kind of metal should I use to sink them against, and what's the easiest form/way to get it in? | |
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glinarien
Posts : 7
Join date : 2010-06-06
| | Subject: Re: Magnet advice? Sat Jul 30, 2011 11:00 pm | |
| Using small magnets (1/16" x 1/32" discs), I place a magnet on both sides of the bond.
With a matching size drill bit, you can get a nice flush exact size matching hole really easily on plastic.
I've found drilling deeper a slotting two magnets on a heavier piece a good approach, which I just did on a heavy Myrmidon kit....for the Pheonix back pieces.
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panewman83
Posts : 26
Join date : 2011-07-19
Location : Catonsville
| | Subject: Re: Magnet advice? Mon Aug 01, 2011 11:50 am | |
| Glinarien - Thanks for the tips! | |
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John
Posts : 8
Join date : 2011-07-26
Age : 49
Location : Alexandria, VA
| | Subject: Re: Magnet advice? Mon Aug 01, 2011 12:01 pm | |
| I can show you how I magnetized some landspeeders at our game tonight. I use the magnet to magnet method with 1/8 x 1/32 and 1/16 x 1/32 magnets depending what I'm trying to connect.
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Gramps
Posts : 212
Join date : 2010-01-25
Age : 40
Location : White Marsh, MD
| | Subject: Re: Magnet advice? Tue Aug 02, 2011 10:37 am | |
| There is something great about having 2 modular Predators with easy sponson weapon swaps. And it can convert to a Rhino/Razorback by popping off the magnetized side doors.
Magnet to magnet is definitely the best way to go. Gives you a good strong bond. Just be sure that your polarity is consistent. Those small rare earth magnets can have a good strong hold. I made my brothers Dreadknight fully modular by magnetizing the shooting and close combat weapons. Takes time, but is worth it in the end.
I have also recently been using 1 magnet and a piece of paperclip for really small swaps. It is not nearly as strong, but can be good for some things.
Next time we get a game in or you see me with my army just inquire. I can show you some "what not to do" examples from when I first started using magnets. Only 3 models in my Deathwing are without magnets, so I have a good variety of examples. | |
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Martin
Posts : 558
Join date : 2009-08-12
| | Subject: Re: Magnet advice? Tue Aug 02, 2011 11:36 am | |
| Thin sheet steel is good too. 28 Guage, you can cut with shears.
Also bendable and polarity isn't an issue. | |
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panewman83
Posts : 26
Join date : 2011-07-19
Location : Catonsville
| | Subject: Re: Magnet advice? Tue Aug 02, 2011 12:20 pm | |
| I have an order of magnets on the way, so all the advice is greatly appreciated.
@ Tim - The etched Brass worked BEAUTIFULLY. I'm thinking one will be Raven Guard, the other will be a Hawk Lord. | |
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Gramps
Posts : 212
Join date : 2010-01-25
Age : 40
Location : White Marsh, MD
| | Subject: Re: Magnet advice? Tue Aug 02, 2011 12:49 pm | |
| Glad to hear. Can't wait to see what it looks like so I can attempt it when I get back to my Raven Guard. | |
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