737 Master Caution & Fire Warning Lens Creation

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  • Опубліковано 28 чер 2023
  • Frequently, I am requested to demonstrate the process of making annunciator lenses in a video. In this tutorial, I will guide you on the swift creation of Fire Warning and Master Caution lenses utilizing a laser and a Liberon wax stick.
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  • @khertler
    @khertler Рік тому +5

    This wax technique is brilliant.

    • @helimech8152
      @helimech8152  Рік тому +2

      I have to thank Mickeys flight deck for this one!

    • @SimonSmolders
      @SimonSmolders 2 місяці тому

      Silicon glue also works fine! No clearcoat needed!

  • @SWAFanPilot
    @SWAFanPilot 4 місяці тому

    You're so lucky! Something I might recommend is a genuine aural warning module. Real fire bell, takeoff config, and overspeed sounds.

    • @helimech8152
      @helimech8152  3 місяці тому

      Thank you, I will have to look into these.

  • @CaptainBobSim
    @CaptainBobSim Рік тому +1

    You I love that you share all of your building techniques! It's really interesting to see how it's done, and your v5 looks spot on. I can't wait for V6!

    • @helimech8152
      @helimech8152  Рік тому

      Hello! It's nice to hear from you again. Did you have a good time at the expo? Sharing these videos should reduce the emails asking me how to do it. The problem with demo videos is that its my way of doing things and not necessarily the correct way!

    • @CaptainBobSim
      @CaptainBobSim Рік тому

      ​@@helimech8152 The expo was great! It was fun to have the build workshops to get people into flight sim building. Everyone has their ways of doing things - and the results you're getting says something!

  • @PilotUFO
    @PilotUFO Рік тому

    Hello Karl! As always, everything is very good!

    • @helimech8152
      @helimech8152  Рік тому

      Woohoo! Thank you! Im trying to improve the videos all the time!

  • @B747-4OO
    @B747-4OO Рік тому +1

    Cool - looks great! 👍😎

  • @garyfly8244
    @garyfly8244 Рік тому

    Great work as always thanks for sharing!

  • @KN1GHTY
    @KN1GHTY Рік тому

    I build 3D printed sim racing wheels and thanks to you I will be using the wax method on the text from now on. Thankyou. Videos are always awesome. Sims look great

    • @helimech8152
      @helimech8152  Рік тому

      Cheers! thats fanattsic to hear the vid was of some use!

  • @tomhofmann5277
    @tomhofmann5277 Рік тому

    Great job, as usual!

  • @tseckwr3783
    @tseckwr3783 Рік тому +1

    very cool. Thanks for sharing your techniques ...

    • @helimech8152
      @helimech8152  Рік тому

      Cheers! Thanks for taking the time to comment!

  • @hydrolisk1792
    @hydrolisk1792 Рік тому

    So simple yet such great results!! Sim On!!

    • @helimech8152
      @helimech8152  Рік тому

      It is simple when you know how. It still took a while to get that method nailed and achieve a quick work flow for each part.Thank you!

    • @hydrolisk1792
      @hydrolisk1792 Рік тому

      @helimech8152 research and development does take time but well worth it in the end

  • @michaeltietzyou
    @michaeltietzyou Рік тому

    you hellhound - great job

  • @Plutouz
    @Plutouz Рік тому

    looks like a similar technique to Mickey’s, great work as always!

    • @helimech8152
      @helimech8152  Рік тому

      Thats where the idea came from a couple of years ago. He told me about the method when i tried to paint some knobs.

  • @nathanwildthorn6919
    @nathanwildthorn6919 Рік тому

    Wow, if I had your knowledge, skill and tools! Your videos are always educational and informative. ❤

    • @helimech8152
      @helimech8152  Рік тому +1

      The tools i have to admit are a huge advantage! I waited 7 years to get a laser!

    • @nathanwildthorn6919
      @nathanwildthorn6919 Рік тому

      @@helimech8152 I believe it! I worked in aerospace for 30 years and higher-end precision gear isn't easy to come by. Love your videos. Cheers! 😃

  • @BatLuis
    @BatLuis 23 дні тому

    Hello, that’s amazing, but which sort of wax do you use for the ink fill process ?

  • @12345678Borris
    @12345678Borris Рік тому +1

    Any Updates soon on the Apache Stuff ? Really looking forward to that stuff especially the Collective Grip

    • @helimech8152
      @helimech8152  Рік тому +1

      Hello, i have had to put the apache on the back bunner right now. My patreons have waited long enough for the 737SS and i need to get that finished ASAP! Then its onto the Apache.

  • @AntennaRex
    @AntennaRex Рік тому +2

    With all the fun tools you have, I was wondering what took you so long to get a laser cutter! 😀 If you can source it, there's acrylic available that uses protective paper in lieu of plastic that I find is much easier to work with. It has the added benefit of providing a very clean edge if you use it for masking a partially painted acrylic piece.

    • @helimech8152
      @helimech8152  Рік тому +2

      Thanks for the idea! After living abroad in Brunei for 10 years, a laser machine was imposible to find. It wasnt until we returned to the UK, I managed to get hold of one. Infact i had it waiting for me on the drive before i even arrived in the UK. Love it though as its a great tool.

  • @yorgle
    @yorgle Рік тому +1

    I've got some acrylic which I bought at a hardware store that i've been using in a laser cutter (glowforge). The thin protective covering that came on it was very problematic with the lasering process.
    (1) I found that it burned really stinky, which makes me think it's not safe for lasering.
    (2) it would sometimes melt and fuse itself to the acrylic, making it impossible to remove.
    The solution that I found was to remove the protective sheet covering, and put down some blue painter's tape instead. It comes right off with no issues, and protects the acrylic surface from smolder marks, etc.

    • @helimech8152
      @helimech8152  Рік тому

      Thank you for the tips! I do actually use painter tape at times. Great for spraying dediacted lines etc on the panels after cutting or etching.

  • @wimvanertvelde
    @wimvanertvelde 8 місяців тому

    I apply painters tape and engrave through it, then spraypaint with white or black paint. I hate cleaning the wax off

    • @helimech8152
      @helimech8152  8 місяців тому

      I too tried that last week, but my paint lines around the tiny text looked rubbish compared to the wax infill. You probably have the technique dialed in.

  • @buckrodgers770
    @buckrodgers770 Рік тому

    Great video Karl. Do you think a paint pen would work instead of the wax method?

    • @helimech8152
      @helimech8152  Рік тому +1

      Hello Mick, I tried using regular acrylic paint but it took a long time to dry and needed multiple coats. However, I found that using wax was quick and gave a great result.

  • @Steenos
    @Steenos Рік тому +1

    Karl, what program are you running with your laser? Makes it look super easy. I have a k40.

    • @helimech8152
      @helimech8152  Рік тому +1

      Greetings, the lase software is Lightburn. It's fantastic and straightforward to use. It's one bit of software I would happily recommend.

    • @Steenos
      @Steenos Рік тому

      Thank you sir! Long time fan. Enjoy all of your videos.

  • @contentgaming1270
    @contentgaming1270 Рік тому +1

    What laser a you using?