Ultrasonic Cleaner Test at Chadwick Model Railway | 159.
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- Can an Ultrasonic Cleaner be of any use to railway modellers? Let's see how it faired at Chadwick Model Railway. | 159.
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'and if you're into unboxings... you've got the wrong channel'. This one had me on the floor with laughter. Someone has to go through all of Chadwick's videos and but together a 'best of the one liners'!
Yes! I agree with that!
I think he's underselling himself though, I thought that unboxing was great.
Here's the box, here's what was in the box. Done.
Gosh, you are easily amused! If you went to see an actual comedian you probably suffer from a prolapse!
I’m so pleased to have you on board gentlemen, it’s comments like these that make the whole thing worthwhile. Regards Charlie
The most legendary unboxing ever!
I love this channel. I’ve never seen any entertainment value in spending 15 minutes of what is left of my life watching somebody take something out of a box.
I think we’re both singing from the same song sheet on that one David. Regards Charlie
@@ChadwickModelRailway To which model railway channel could you be referring, I wonder . . .
Really? Is this what this channel has come down to, slagging off other UA-camrs? If you think it takes 15 minutes for Sam to remove something from a box then you need your watch checking.......and he is still one of the few honest model reviewers in our hobby. I guess that's why he has over 120k subscribers.
No Steve, I have never mentioned anyone by name. UA-cam is full of unboxings reardless of topics. I simply take a lighthearted approach.
@@birtle123 Chill! I’m not slagging off anybody. I don’t particularly like avant-garde jazz, ballet or eating sea urchin. I’m not disparaging the artists or people who process sea urchins for human consumption. Luckily there are plenty of other people who do appreciate some things that I don’t. Furthermore, I don’t think “unboxing” is synonymous with “product review”.
Charlie, you are a dead set legend sir! No messing around with unboxing, just straight to the nitty gritty, never apologise for who you are, because we all love you just the way you are!! Your videos are ALWAYS informative, and i have learnt so much from your channel. Thank you.
Simon that’s very kind of you to say so mate. Regards Charlie
Hi Charlie, I have a larger one of these for cleaning engine components and other stuff, and we also use them at work in a nuclear industrial setting. My best tips: Glass is a very good conductor of ultrasonic vibration so if you have something that is particularly filthy, a funny shape, or you want to use solvent or IPA or paint stripper etc, without the cost and mess of filling your entire machine with the stuff, use old jam jars. You can keep different parts separated in the jars and you can use a smaller amount of cleaning fluid in the jar, just put the jars in the basket and fill the surrounding space with water as normal and away you go!! Also means it's easy to keep noxious/expensive cleaning fluids safe between uses because you can fit a jam jar lid when not in use, and also it makes cleaning out the machine a much easier job!! Also handy if you have a tall item as to a certain extent you can use the jar to increase the height of your machine (within reason)
At work we use glass beakers as you'd find in a science lab.
If anyone does live steam, wether it be locos or the mamod/wilesco type steam engines, these machines are fantastic at descaling, I took the sight glass off my wilesco traction engine boiler and plonked it in the ultrasonic bath in clean water and the thing was like new inside and out in less than 15 minutes. Amazing at removing limescale!!
Hope you and your viewers find this useful!!
Thanks Nat for a very useful comment. Particularly useful was the information about glass containers. Regards Charlie
I found a bit more soap to soften the water and wait until the water is up to temperature before switching on worked for me. Great machine for cleaning carburettors..
Thanks Martyn, great tip, regards Charlie
Airbrushes are like rifles in the army,cleaning before firing ,cleaning after firing and daily cleaning!
I picked up on your comments about airbrush parts. I left mine unassembled after cleaning. a year later I couldn’t for the life of me remember how it went together. Off to the Internet for an exploded parts diagram! (sheepishly).
An interesting comment Mark. Yes always put it back together while you can remember where the bits go! Regards Charlie
Thanks as always Charlie. A tool that most of us won't have thought about.
Thanks again
The jury is still out on its usage Paul, I’ve got a few more trials to do using different liquids. Regards Charlie
From across the pond, thank you for this much-needed informative product review without the unpacking.
By the way... Always love your humor. Cheers.
Thanks Dennis, so pleased that you found it interesting mate. Regards Charlie
Very interesting experiment Charlie. Thanks for doing the research for us and demonstrating it’s uses. Roy.
I’m so pleased that you found it interesting Roy. Regards Charlie
You are such a breath of fresh air and knowledge. I am always eagerly waiting for your next video (and hilarious unboxing) while I try To get a move on my own layout. Thumbs up as usual.
Thanks mate you’re too kind. Regards Charlie
Another great, glittering insight.....
Thanks Neil, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting mate. Regards Charlie
Love the unboxing Charlie, if only there were more channels like yours…. An enjoyable video which did make me laugh on more than one or two accessions. Not for me but an enjoyable interesting short video. Hope for a bonus video next time. Thanks Marc
I think the next one is going to be an epic marc. Hopefully! Regards Charlie
HI Charlie i use ultrasonic cleaners a lot of the time and one method which is us full is fill the cleaner with water and place items foe cleaning in a zip loc bag with your cleaning fluid then you have only a small amount of dirty fluid to dispose of . I would suggest that you use white vinegar on the brass wheels in a zip loc back about 10 min the brass wheels your have are mainly a zinc alloy that is where much of the black comes from. As for other cleaning solutions we use bulk WD40 for cleaning and water based de grease solution for final cleaning. great channel keep up the good work.
Thanks Ken, for some really interesting options. Regards Charlie
Hi Charlie, watch your channel every week (or 2), am subscribed as I know that not being annoys you. Anyway would like to say as always a very informative video, but you know that, what I really want to say was your two opening jokes were brilliant, perfect timing, thanks! Enjoyable Friday evening. Keep up the great work as they say over the pond.
Thanks mate, it’s great to have you on board. Regards Charlie
Very interesting video Charlie!!! Thanks for sharing. Cheers Onno.
You’re most welcome Onno, regards Charlie
Thanks Charlie and as usual brings a smile to my face. It was less expensive than I was expecting. I was most impressed with the jewelry.
It’s early days yet Don, I need to test some fluids before I could recommend it. Regards Charlie
Hi Charlie. Love the un boxing really funny.... & the shearing.... it always helps getting partner involved.... keep up the laughs mate we all need it, some more than others, for all sorts of reasons . Stay fit & healthy all, don't sit still to long. Thanks Phil
Thanks Phil, I’m pleased that you enjoy the humorous side of the videos. Our hobby can’t be taken too seriously.
Regards Charlie
I wouldn't recommend using cotton buds to clean your orifices Charlie, it only need one wayward strand to cause issues next time you use the airbrush.Use the pipecleaner style brushes specifically made for the purpose, but if you must stuff something big up your holes, use little bits of make up sponges on the end of a tweezer.
A useful tip Mike, and something I hadn’t really considered.
Regards Charlie
I love the diversity on your channel Charlie. Never afraid to go a little ‘off piste’. Following this little gadget I’m looking forward to you finding a use for the ‘sonic screwdriver’. 😉 Keep up the good work, infotainment at it’s very best.
Thanks Steve, you’re too kind mate. Regards Charlie
Always interesting, thanks Charlie.
Thanks David, I’m so pleased that you find the channel interesting mate. Regards Charles
Very diverse today Charlie. I did buy one of the “Femine Machines” and use it to clean the better half’s jewellery. However it is a blinding machine for keeping the old specs see through.
I was wondering whether I could clean my gumshield/mouthguard in it? Regards Charlie
As an old Jeweller I can tell you that the heater reading will be correct because the water is being vibrated, which in turn is generating heat. Run a "dead cold" ultrasonic without a heater & after several cycles the water will be slightly warm.
With regards to your brass wheels still being "dirty", that'll be more likely oxidisation than "dirt" so you'd be better off "dipping" the brass wheels into a "Tarn-Off" solution first.
Most Jewellers are frugal so will use a solution of water, a "squirt" of dishwashing liquid & a "splash" of ammonia because this combination will cut though most embedded muck, grease & oil.
A word of caution for all those who think that shoving the Wife's jewellery into a ultrasonic will win them "brownie points"...
Several types of precious & semi-precious stones should NEVER go into an ultrasonic, they include: Emeralds, Opals, Pearls, Amber, Turquoise, Lapis, etc... each of those WILL get damaged & immediately loose any value they had.
Also be aware that Jewellers usually check each stones mounting so as to be sure the stone wont be vibrated loose & fall out...
Unless you've got the right tools & skilled in "resetting" stones, then you've just created an expense for yourself & likely now in the "doghouse" with the Mrs...
What’s an excellent and invaluable comment Colin. Much appreciated, regards Charlie
Unsetting stones was the first thing I thought of when I heard of these people used to clean jewelry
Love Charlies Dry humour, there are a few other UA-camrs who should watch him for tips on how to present.
Another Great Video Charlie Thank you
Thank you Colin, you’re too kind mate. Regards Charlie
Love your first comment regarding unboxing.....brilliant.....Tony
I’m so pleased and it brought a smile to your face mate. Regards Charlie
Top man..
Hi Charlie we use these at work, try putting the wheels in a glass jar full of white spirit, the jar then goes in your mesh holder in the water 👍
Thanks mate, I did try it with IPA but to no avail. Regards Charlie
@@ChadwickModelRailway ah that is a shame no worries chap, love your videos and humour BTW, keep up the good work 👍👍👍
Might want to rethink that jewellery if it was already destined for scrap, Charlie.
My mum decided to get rid of a few old rings and necklaces she had sitting in a box in the wardrobe for over a decade and we were floored when she returned with a nice four-figure sum of cash in her pocket. Apparently gold is at an all-time high. You probably had close to four-figures in your hand right there. Shocking how much money we have just sat around the house!
Actually I filmed the gold segment a week or so earlier than the main video. This was because my wife was off to an antiques fair to sell the gold! She came back with a strange smile. Regards Charlie
Charlie cracking video.after showing your wife's gold you said " duel purpose " what a pun. You made me laugh. Jewel purpose....Hahaha. take care Alan.
Not a lot gets past you Alan. Regards Charlie
Love the unboxing comment. Brilliant Leave that for the nerds. 😄
It’s great to have you on side Paul, regards Charlie
Funny Charlie, cool 😎 addition on jewelry cleaning!
The jury is still out regarding its model railway uses though. Regards Charlie
Best unboxing video I've seen.
Takes a great deal of effort Bill, to embark on such a complex endeavour…!
Regards Charlie
Hi there from New Zealand once again Charlie. An interesting clip as usual, thank you. I trained as an Air Force radar tech here in the early 1970s and my first workshop/bench dedicated equipment stint (late 70s) was spent on repairing/overhauling the APN 147 navigation doppler & (I think) the ASN 53 nav "computer" components. Both systems used a number of synchros and servos which were very expensive back then and with NZ at the very bottom of the manufacturer's priority list for these items this meant very long delivery times (years!). So I was taught by my predecessor to pull the servos/synchros to pieces and put their very small bearings (with dust caps removed) into the ultrasonic cleaner (USC) which was filled with IPA. I had a chart (presumably derived from experience or "obtained" from a larger user - USAF?!) which advised how long the different bearings types were to be immersed and let to soak, then exposed to a short burst of ultrasound (we're talking the low single figure minutes here). While the USC was part of my bench equipment I usually had to track it down when required as it often "walked" to other servicing benches & bays to clean a myriad of bits and pieces, some being non-military I might add - I'd love to have access to that now. Thanks again for the clip.
Thanks Brent, for a very informative comment. The jury is still out on the usage of mine, I shall be trying it with IPA next. Regards Charlie
An interesting video looking at some technology I wouldn't have thought to use on model railway parts. I would agree with your conclusions and I don't have an airbrush at the moment so something I won't invest in yet. Thank you and I look forward to the next video.
Thanks Simon, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards Charlie
Charlie, the unboxing was classic!
It made me laugh too buddy. Regards Charlie
good vid on the channel keep up the good vid you do thanks lee
I’m so pleased that you found it interesting Lee. Regards Charlie
Hi Charlie, I have one of these for cleaning and de-greasing metal kits ready for painting. I have also been advised to use various concentrations of washing soda as a cleaning agent, but as with all things if you research long enough you can find people doing all sorts of things.
Keep up the good work, I always enjoy your take on the world & always find something useful to take away from every video.
Cheers, Bryan
Thanks Bryan, I’m so pleased that you find the channel useful. Regards Charlie
I'd never have thought to use my ultrasonic cleaner for railway model related purposes!
Mine gets used for cleaning bicycle chains pre waxing and it also works a treat on my spectacles lol.
You're " unboxing" comment was hilarious.
Great video as always Charlie
I’m so pleased you found it interesting Steve. Regards Charlie
I got the wife one as a little Christmas present last year with a sneaky eye on using it myself! I did an old ringfield in it when i upgrade the motor (thanks one of your previous videos) and after several goes, it certainly came up quite well.
That’s interesting, what liquid did you use? Regards Charlie
@@ChadwickModelRailway Just water and a dash of fairy
I have one and I use it to clean the parts of the various kit buildings and other items I buy for my layout. One use in particular is when cleaning white metal kits and that seems to work quite well.
Thanks Richard for a useful tip. Regards Charlie
Joe Parkinson Ireland I have tried a few of of your tips
Trees I have made building's from card bord boxes
love all the utubes thanks .I am retired age 78 Joe
I’m so pleased that you enjoy the channel Joe. Regards Charlie
I do a lot of small engine carburator work for the neighbors in my area and I use my ultra sonic cleaner exclusively. However it usually takes 2 --30 min. Cycles @ 80 degrees Celsius and then blowing everything out with compressed air. I also use dishwashing detergent (cheap offbrand) , simple green, or mineral spirits in an empty peanut butter jar with small parts in it and just let it float in the tank. As I am just starting out in this very addicting hobby I truly enjoy your videos and humor and am learning from you. Thankyou Charlie!!!
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Some great suggestions there Glenn, many thanks, regards Charlie
Love the non-unboxing opening. Someone told me to use laundry detergent (low or non-foaming) as it takes off heavy deposits better, I have used it on metal watch bands, and it worked.
I think IPA will be my next choice Fred. Because Charlie
The things I didn't know I needed.....
But I didn’t say you did Paul, but you never know! Regards Charlie
Nice to have met you at Bristol I enjoy your vids
Yes Bill, it’s great to shake your hand mate. Regards Charlie
Nice item thanks for the review
You’re very welcome mate. Regards Charlie
Charlie, yet another interesting video on cleaning.
Some of the US Channels recommend an Utrasonic cleaner for your air brushes, and it is something to consider.
I am not sure about cleaning wheels yet, please keep us updated on your thoughts in a few months on how it goes.
Thank you for sharing, and take care, Michael
I’m so pleased that you found it interesting Michael. And yes I will keep the channel updated on its use. Regards Charlie
Your humour never fails to make me laugh
I’m so pleased that you find the channel entertaining mate. Regards Charlie
Once again a very useful video Charlie, as I still have not put any track down cleaning is not an issue yet :)
It will come after you one day Alan, rest assured. Regards Charlie
Wonderful video
Thanks Mels you’re too kind, regards Charlie
" If you're into unboxing.......... you've got the wrong channel" hahaha that was brilliant. A great start to the video, cheers mate.
I’m so pleased that you found it interesting Nathan and it made you smile. Regards Charlie
Upvoted for the “unboxing” comment alone!
Classic giggle I thought.
Regards Charlie
Brilliant (as usual)! Ciao from italy
Thanks Ciao, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting mate. Regards Charlie
Hi Charlie, I use Tesco or Lidl Multisurface cleaner - the Yellow Green ish colour stuff approx 1 part cleaner to 2 parts water. I don't bother heating the water up, and find 5 to 10 mins enough. A 50:50 dilution works well cleaning up brass kits.
Paul
Thanks for the advice Paul, it’s very much appreciated. Regards Charlie
Thanks for another interesting video Charlie. I have an ultrasonic cleaner but haven’t used it for my railway modelling. However I have used it extensively in my other hobby of radio controlled aircraft. The main use is cleaning engine parts when one is stripped down for a rebuild. To clean these parts various solvents are used and to avoid damaging/dirtying the inside of the cleaner I simply put the solvent and parts in a ziplock plastic bag. This is then put into the cleaner which has been filled with water. The vibrations are transferred to the part no problem. All the muck stays inside the plastic bag. I haven’t had any issues of the bag being dissolved yet!
By the way because of your use and videos on the Tortoise point motors I have just purchased a dozen for my new layout, tired of the bang-bang!
Cheers.
What a delightful comment Flyboy, I’m so pleased that you found my channel interesting. Regards Charlie
Hi Charlie, a very interesting and entertaining video, thank you very much!!
Perhaps wheels are harder to clean because the dirt is more encrusted, whereas the dirty jewelry is perhaps more superficial and oily.
Worth having a look at Keith Appleton's channel, he has a slightly larger ultrasonic cleaner and also a tumbler. The tumbler uses media such as walnut shells. Obviously these are sized for his type of jobs, model steam engines, but there might be smaller versions. I will post a link here (UA-cam doesn't seem to like it when I post links on my phone).
Your justification for our purchasing one of those cleaners was straight out of your library of cunning plans!!
As always good luck from Spain!!
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it David, however I think I need to try using IPA in the bath. Regards Charlie
Rule one if you are going to try and clean your airbrush in an ultrasonic cleaner. Remove the air valve from the brush. It just unscrews from the bottom.
You are going to screw up the air valves and kill the rubber o rings, they'll swell and eventually crack.
There is also the possibility that you will weaken the welds on gravity fed colour cups (rare but it does happen)
Thanks for the advice mate, much appreciated. Regards Charlie
I bought one originally for cleaning gun parts. I have found it useful for cleaning some old locomotive and freight car shells
It certainly does have its used.
Regards Charlie
As usual a very informative video Charlie. From time to time Aldi sell these. My wife bought one about ten years ago to clean......guess what: HER JEWELLERY! And it is still going strong. I will now ask her (nicely of course) if I may borrow it! Cheers, David, NSW, Aus..
It’s a win, win for you David.
Regards Charlie
I also use mine as a warm water bath to warm paints and rattle cans before spraying.
That’s an interesting use Jonathan, thank you very much. Regards Charlie
Ohh what a lad you are, i had a good laugh another great Video .
I’m glad I bring a smile to your face Ian. Regards Charlie
Thank you.
You’re most welcome mate. Regards Charlie
To keep the water in the device clean, place the items in a ziplock bag with a cleaning solution of your choice which you may dispose of or reuse later, but it keeps the main tank clean for reusing, it also allows doing different types at the same time.
I have been watching you for a while now and enjoy you videos very muchfrom over here in Wisconsin.
Thanks for the tip Hank. It’s great to have you on-board, regards Charlie
Best unboxing ever!!! 😂😂😂
I’m so pleased it made you laugh Mark. Regards Charlie
LOVE the unboxing hahaha
It made me giggle too. Regards Charlie
Hi Charlie, I have been using these little magic box’s for years. I put citric acid in mine. You can buy it in bags from chemists or eBay etc.
Thanks for the advice Dan. Regards Charlie
Looks like You got yourself a new tea strainer with the ultrasonic bath. Maybe you can make a cup of Luke tea 😂
Very good DSB, regards Charlie
nice un boxing segment , made me laugh. not a path I would have taken for cleaning parts but interesting .shocking what happened to the brass wheel
I’m so pleased you found it interesting John. Regards Charlie
It might not have worked too great on the model railway stuff but the jewellery came up lovely 😀
The jury is still out on this one mate. I’m going to try it with IPA and see how I get on then. Regards Charlie
Charlie, I bought a 3 litre unit from the same maker to clean clock parts and stationary engine parts i.e. carburettors and such, I use a gunk type degreaser for the engine parts and a clock cleaning solution for the clock items and so far I'm impressed, like yours my heater reads a few degrees above the set value but I put this down to residual heat in the element and tank base when off so now set it a few degree's below required, if that makes sense, dont stand anything on the tank base as the transducers are underneath and you will reduce their abilities to vibrate.
A very useful comment mate.Regards Charlie
Good for bicycle parts too
I thought for a moment you were going to ferment the murky liquid to produce a few pints of Chadwick Ale. A rather pleasant beverage for some thirsty travelers down from Tony North Eastern at South Shields.
Chadwick ale, now there’s a thought. Regards Charlie
Great video Charlie. Interesting little device. Seems like a good investment too considering you can clean multiple things at one time! it's a bit of a time saver really. - Nicholas.
I think the next thing Nicholas, is to try a different liquids such as IPA. Regards Charlie
Nice video Charlie
Thanks MF, regards Charlie
Great video , what are you like at Christmas unboxing. Am seriously thinking of offering this video up for a bafta award. Thanks again Howard (SDR)
Thanks Howard, I’m so pleased that you find the channel both interesting and amusing. Regards Charlie
Great video once again Charlie, wagon wheels, I’d be a bit worried about continually removing them from the axle boxes.
I understand your point calling but they seem okay up to now. Regards Charlie
Ultrasonic cleaners can vary from really cheap, single frequency to hugely expensive, variable frequency devices. I have found, even the cheapest ones, tend to do a better job than just water and soap alone. I would always recommend one with a heater and timer integrated. I've used ultrasonic cleaning even on electronic circuits, which is fine as long as they are thoroughly dried prior to powering up again. They are good at getting rid of dirt, but not damaging paint that is in good condition, even if the original paint job is a bit rubbish.
Demineralised water is absolutely the best option as it leaves very little residue on the items cleaned, though with electronics I tend to give them a final spray over with Isopropyl Alcohol justto disperse any remaining water.
I did love the way the included a tea leaf ball for the fine items :). Thanks for a great video again. Really enjoyed your review/analysis of this cleaning method.
Thanks for your very useful comment Brendan. Regards Charlie
what works perfect for cleaning wheels for me is a 5€ fibeglass pen. Works also well on all kinds of corroded metal like old circuit boards
Yes I agree, I’ve used one myself. However, those wheels were absolutely caked in carbon. And I needed to find another method, regards Charlie
Just information I work at a jewelry store and we used ammonia with just a little water and it cleans excellent with no damage
Thanks Scott, much appreciated. Regards Charlie
Ha, my plastic oval one has been going for years and does a wonderful job.
I’m glad to hear it, big Duke, regards, Charlie
Stand a jar of thinners in the water put items for degreasing in jar worked wonders on my jammed freehub of my bike and no gunk left in the ultra sonic bath , I use one at work for removing silver solder flux from brass which glazes over goes rock hard and sticks like crazy to surface , five mins in ultrasonic and it crumbles ! Love the channel !
So the Ultrasound effect works through the glass jar? Regards Charlie
@@ChadwickModelRailway yes sure does !
If you get a chance I, like many other commentors, would be grateful for a comparison of various specialised cleaning solutions rather than just water and detergent. On "The Repair Shop" there's usually a reference to brass cleaning solution for clock parts and a quick online search turns up suggestions for citric acid or vinegar with respect to brass bullet cases.
At £50 I think it might be well worth our model railway club investing in one of these but here again cleaning solution suggestions for different tasks would be really useful.
Hi Chris, yes the jury is still out on this, I do need to test a few cleaning solutions. Regards Charlie
I’ve have purpose ultrasound cleaning fluid that I use in my machine. After cleaning I filter the used solution so I can use it a few times. I find the machine has numerous uses on items around the house.
Thanks Stuart, I think I shall first try it with IPA. Regards Charlie
"and if you're into unboxings...(ker-thunk)...you've got the wrong channel."
bloody brilliant.
Thanks Jeff’, I’m so pleased it made you smile. Regards Charlie
some of the train unboxers here in the US are particularly adept at making a broadway production out of it :)
The ultrasonic cleaner will remove paint, but you will require something stronger than water and a bit of washing up liquid.
A lot of wargame painters use them for stripping models. They typically use a detergent (most on UA-cam are typically American so use something called LAs totally awesome or simply green). But some use isopropyl alcohol in them, which would work, but be a potential fire hazard! So some experiments with different grades of detergent might be worthwhile.
Simply green, is the commodity that I’m trying to track down. Regards Charlie
You should use other solvent/cleaner than water and soap. I use isopropyl alcohol to remove paint from models with the ultrasonic cleaner. Degreasers diluted in water such as Super Clean (and equivalent in your country) works well to remove dirt, gunk and paint too. You would be surprised of the result. A very versatile tool.
Thanks mate I shall certainly try IPA and something called simple Green which has been recommended. Regards Charlie
That was like Blue Peter! Here's one I prepared earlier. Purple Charlie perhaps?..........maybe not
You’re getting too excited Davie .
Regards Charlie
Great video once again.
I was always told NOT to pull the needle backwards out of the airbrush, but to push it forwards out. Otherwise you leave a lot of paint inside.
I’m a little confused Tomas because my needles only come out from the rear. Regards Charlie
@@ChadwickModelRailway the nozzle and air cap thingy on my airbrush are removable so the needle will in fact come out both ways.
@@ChadwickModelRailway I need to remove the tip first to get the needle out the front. Regards Tomas
Another great video Charlie, just caught me in time before I took the Dremel wire brush to my models wheels. Here's a thought on something I don't think you've covered before. How do you store your beloved Locos & rolling stock? I know like me you're a fan of the Really Useful storage boxes any thoughts on using them and making/buying suitable rubber/protective inserts. With a view to keeping cost down as internet items tend to be expensive. Again love your enthusiasm and delivery style, thanks
Hi PP. yes I’ll look into the storage subjects and review of my methods. Regards Charlie
LORD SAKES CHARLIE please be CAREFUL the inox MX3 DOES leave a residue on the track and will affect your inclines and wheels over a period of time. I realise it will take time but I started investigating on some test track I will shoot a video about it in the next couple of years demonstrating long term effect. Yes ULTRA SONICS are cheap and cheerful as long as the water is changed regularly. As you know nothing is simple and easy when cleaning no matter what those infomercials proclaim. Always a quality watch I salute your dedication and make mention to you in almost all my videos stay safe.
Great comment JB, and I am eternally grateful. Regards Charlie
I have one of those "girly" ones. My wife got it as an xmas giftand never used it. I found it works best cleaning the airbrush with a big of brush cleaning fluid or even just some IPA. Also i heard you can remove paint if you use IPA in there, although i have not tried it. Good show.
A great comment, and I shall certainly try IPA in the future. Regards Charlie
Charlie, for parts and pieces that can tolerate it, try using lacquer thinner. You can also use Mineral Spirits. I have used these devices for years in the aviation industry.
Thanks Ernest, great tip. Regards Charlie
That was very interesting Charlie. I've imagined those baths are somehow "magical" but perhaps they do indeed only really work for glasses (my optician uses one) and jewellery. I do deep cleans of my airbrush by soaking bits in a little bit of acetone, which even smells like it is doing some good. I seem to spend more time cleaning my airbrush than painting with the wretched thing!
I think the time “In use ratio” for airbrushes is appalling Chris, you are pushing on an open door. Regards Charlie
@@ChadwickModelRailway I've reverted to using Tamiya primers from rattle cans, as I can pick them up from a local Hobbycraft. Zero faff and great results.
I have been thinking about one of these for years, honest! I did use one at work in the 60's but that was filled with Dry Cleaning Fluid (not sure of its correct name). Do the instructions indicate if you can use IPA (possibly at room temperature though...).
I don't need to bribe my wife to buy one but to clean her inherited jewelry would give me a whole lot of brownie points 🙂
You can get alternative liquids Paul, but I’m not sure that I would put an inflammable one into this machine. Take care mate, regards Charlie
Cool!
Thanks Scott, regards Charlie
Always interesting and usually a little different.
Look forward to Thursdays.
Does it have to be water? Maybe some sort of cleaning fluid?
Thanks again Charlie
Stay safe
Howard
Yes Howard, you can use various liquids. I’m a little cautious about using kerosene inside a heated cleaner! Regards Charlie
@@ChadwickModelRailway the watch restoration world is a great place to explore cleaning fluids and options. They get a bit obsessive about everything being spotless before assembly with is quite useful
Charlie a witty entertaining video 👍
Thanks Jeff, regards Charlie
Hi Charlie, not convinced but I guess your not either. Interesting video and you are of course very fair and honest in your review. Do wonder if maybe you should do some 'unboxing videos' as I'm sure you would be very fair. Especially pulling power of locos up your helix.
Hi Richard, the jury is still out regarding the cleaner, I shall try in the future using IPA etc. Regards Charlie
Hello Charlie. Very Interesting video. I watched a video on Wallsrail UA-cam channel and he uses a water-based solution involving Dettol to remove paint from plastic. Seems to work a treat but it's time sensitive so you have to be careful how long you leave the items concerned in the solution (he does explain in detail). Apparently it varies from manufacturer to manufacturer as to how easy it is to get the paint off. His weathering techniques are exceptional and he says he learns a lot of it from model aircraft builders. He has a fantastic layout and is incredibly modest considering the standard he's at. Hope this helps. Best wishes as always from Slovenija. 🍻🍻😎👍
An excellent comment Martin, and I shall certainly check out his channel. Regards Charlie
@@ChadwickModelRailway No problem Charlie. Here's where I first saw this.
ua-cam.com/video/-wV6c6kFExQ/v-deo.html
You'll see what I mean when you delve a little deeper. 🍻👍
Ha!!! Bravo! I like how you do unboxing. I did chuckle at that one. I always have wondered how many of the Lionel guys unbox their stuff to see if it is what they ordered and that is in good shape, then pack it all back up and seal it to make an unboxing video? I got one of the longer sonic cleaners so I could drop old used turnouts/switches in to clean those up. If you use the right solution it will strip paint from plastic shells. No, it is not industrial looking like yours. By the way your viewers should know to never touch the solution with the unit powered up. Even water can get driven into your skin by a sonic cleaner. You can get wooden tongs with rubber tips for retrieving items from the cleaner. Charlie, try that old hopper again with something like Simple Green and as soon as you get it out try a stiff toothbrush on it to clean off the paint.
Great advice DKA, much appreciated, regards Charlie
I use Simple Green in my ultrasonic cleaner to strip paint off of models all the time. I also use the same combination to clean out one- and-two ounce airbrush paint bottles. It works for acrylic and enamel paints. I recycle food bottles for use as paint brush or hobby tool holders routinely. The ultrasonic cleaner is one of my most used hobby tools. I will now clean wheel sets, too. Thanks
I've also used Simple Green in one, albeit for automotive parts rather than hobby stuff. It worked quite well and did a particularly amazing job of cleaning up nuts and bolts that had spent a decade or more on the bottom of a car, what wasn't removed was loosened up to the point that it could be easily wiped off.
Excellent comments gentlemen. Will using simple green have an effect on rubber items? Or even insulating plastic on the wheel sets. Regards Charlie
@@ChadwickModelRailway I’ve not had problems with Simple Green and rubber items. Take a replacement O-ring for air brush and put it in the Tea Basket. Immerse that in Simple Green and operate it at elevated temperature for 30 minutes and check it afterwards. Better yet, use an O-Ring that you are removing and do the test. There are Simple Green knock offs out there, but I find that Simple Green works better. One reason I like Simple Green is that it is biodegradable and water soluble. It’s easy to rinse off the cleaned items. I use the Simple Green Concentrate and use it a long time before replacing it. Good luck. Sincerely, Kennedy
Thanks Kennedy, some great advice. Regards Charlie
Loved the unboxing.
FYI there are different fluids with different purposes for ultrasonic cleaners. You won't be able to strip paint with just water and dishwasher soap.
Dishwasher soap is a degreaser so that'll get rid of all the greasy gunk and whatever isn't stuck.
Thanks mate, it seems that IPA is the liquid to go for. Regards Charlie
@@ChadwickModelRailway IPA is a great for removing stress induced wear and tear from certain objects. Works best a bit later on in the day.
I myself prefer the darker variants from the same category.
@@Consequator Speaking of IPA do not to forget the 'concentrated' version sold by Jameson