Mainline Railways was a British model railway brand that operated between 1976 and 1983, introduced by Palitoy, the...
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Mainline Railways was a British model railway brand that operated between 1976 and 1983, introduced by Palitoy, the...
A Wickham Trolley is a small railway maintenance vehicle once widely used across Britain's railways. Built by D...
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Ejector pin marks are small depressions or marks left on a model part after it has been ejected from the mould during the manufacturing process. These marks are generally circular and are caused by the ejector pins, which are used to push the part out of the mould.
Most manufacturers try to hide ejector pin marks on the inside of parts or on other locations where they won't be so obvious but this is not always possible. Removing ejector pin marks can be done using a few different methods, depending on the material and complexity of the part. Here are a few techniques that can be effective:
Remember to always test any method on a scrap piece or inconspicuous area before applying it to a model. This will help determine the best approach and avoid any potential damage.
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