PEELABLE ADHESIVE

UPLANDBOY · Post by **UPLANDBOY** » Thu Aug 25, 2011 6:01 pm

I have several patterns for Comet kits and I would like to temporarily stick them to sheets of balsa so I may cut them out and build ther model. Does anyone know of a peelable adhesive with which I may stick the patterns to the sheet balsa and then remove the pattern after cutting it out. I contacted 3-M and they said they did not have such an adhesive.

cordially
Dave

ADW 123 · Post by **ADW 123** » Thu Aug 25, 2011 7:58 pm

scigs had a great method for cutting out parts as i recall.

i believe that he copied the parts and printed them onto that paper with the sticky back to it. then, that is stuck on to the parts and you cut right through the paper through the part. then i think you peel the sticky paper off.

im sure the master himself has a different story but ill leave that for him to tell.

ADW 123 · Post by **ADW 123** » Thu Aug 25, 2011 8:02 pm

i forgot to mention to think sticky notes. they come off pretty easy. im afraid that sticky paper that is too sticky will break the part.

rayd · Post by **rayd** » Thu Aug 25, 2011 9:46 pm

I recall my daughter with paper doll stuff. How about copying plan(or parts), cut 'em out, and use clear thin Scotch like double stick tape to adhere pattern to balsa, eg paper cut out of wing rib stuck onto a sixteenth inch balsa. Maybe it peels off, maybe not...if not, leave it on maybe...shouldn't be too visible if you cut just within the printed lines, or use white out fluid. If you want, try mass production style with tape over much of balsa sheet Some experimentation wise. ADW method also sounds good. You need to find materials and what works for you. A resourceful hobby, this stick model "stuff"

sawingman · Post by **sawingman** » Thu Aug 25, 2011 10:56 pm

Scigs30 post is "Printing parts onto balsa". This link may work.

http://balsamodels.com/phpBB/viewtopic. ... ight=avery

Xanadu · Post by **Xanadu** » Fri Aug 26, 2011 7:15 am

Scotch makes a restickable glue stick.
http://www.amazon.com/Removable-Restick ... B001GXFB4K

3m does as well, not sure why they told you no.
http://www.staples.com/3M-Scotch-Restic ... uct_510818

ADW 123 · Post by **ADW 123** » Fri Aug 26, 2011 7:59 am

i was close...

peterc4 · Post by **peterc4** » Fri Aug 26, 2011 8:43 am

Plain old glue stick works - you can usually peel the paper off once you cut the part, if it tears, spritz it with a bit of water or alcohol - slides right off.

Steve Blanchard · Post by **Steve Blanchard** » Fri Aug 26, 2011 9:00 am

The method I use to create print wood is:
1. Make a few copies of the parts using any regular office copier (this will not work with ink jet prints)
2. Place the copy of the parts you want to transfer face down onto the balsa
3. Rub the back of the of the copy with Zylol. This is the fluid that is the base of Chartpak brand markers. Do not soak the paper. Just make it so the paper turns transparent and then rub in with the tip of your finger. To apply the Zylol you can either start out with a Blender marker from Chartpack (this is just a marker with Zylol and no color) and use a pint of Zylol from the hardware store to rejuvenate the marker when it dries up or you can just use a rag or paper towel.
4. lift the paper and you will have print-wood.

No glues to clean up. No paper to try and peel away without damaging the part. No having to cut through balsa AND paper to cut out the part. This has worked for me for many years. I hope this is helpful.

Steve

Phugoid · Post by **Phugoid** » Fri Aug 26, 2011 11:31 am

I use 3M "spray mount" in comes in rattle cans, you spray it on the back of your paper paterns and it turns it into giant post its..

Also cheap glue sticks work really well as they aren't too sticky in the first place.

Andrew

Phugoid · Post by **Phugoid** » Fri Aug 26, 2011 11:32 am

I use 3M "spray mount" in comes in rattle cans, you spray it on the back of your paper paterns and it turns it into giant post its..

Also cheap glue sticks work really well as they aren't too sticky in the first place.

Andrew

UPLANDBOY · Post by **UPLANDBOY** » Fri Aug 26, 2011 3:44 pm

TO ALL WHO RESPONDED: Thank you so much for your time and your input. I sincerely appreciate so many responses and the effort you put forth.

Cordially
Dave

scigs30 · Post by **scigs30** » Fri Aug 26, 2011 3:49 pm

This is what I use.
http://www.onlinelabels.com/Products/OL175WR.htm

Szyp · Post by **Szyp** » Fri Aug 26, 2011 4:46 pm

I have had luck using UHU with a photocopy of the part(s) I want to duplicate. I give it about a minute to get tacky, put the paper on the balsa, and cut out the part. It usually just peels right off, but if it adheres I use a damp sponge to moisten the paper that is sticking and a thumbnail to roll it right off. Works for me;l other opinions may vary.