28mm/30mm Scale
Cardstock Model Files
by Dave Graffam
www.davesgames.net
GLUE AND PAPER TIPS
To get the best results, you really need to
experiment with different papers and glues,
and take advantage of whatever printing
methods are available to you.
CUTTING, SCORING & FOLDING
In general, you want to print on the
heaviest paper you can find. I prefer a 110# This kit contains a selection of parts that can be assembled in lots of
(199 gsm) matte cardstock, but a good different ways. Carefully cut along the outer black lines. Score along the
matte photo stock is also a great choice. remaining lines. Fold back along the score lines, and glue the tabs in place.
The best choice of paper and glue will
depend a lot on the printing method that PRINTING TIPS DIFFERENT SCALES
you choose. Desktop ink printers will be
more likely to smear when you apply a These files are set up for the To print at a smaller scale, use the
wet paint to it, so you should look for a standard 28mm-30mm tabletop table below and change your print
low-moisture, tacky glue. I’ve found that a wargaming scale, and for US size percentage.
carpenter’s indoor wood glue works well letter-sized (8.5” x 11”) sheets.
for my projects, but there are lots of others Turn off any ‘fit to page’ options Scale %
that will work. Ordinary white school glue in your printer driver. If you are
might be just fine. printing on A4-sized sheets, you 25mm 84%
may want to reduce the print size 20mm 65%
A little bit of glue is usually all that’s to 95% of the original. Do this
required. A thin and even coat is much consistently when printing these
18mm (HO) 60%
better than a heavy glob of glue. I keep a files. 15mm 50%
supply of small squares of excess cardstock, 12mm 40%
and use the edges of those squares to Print on heavy cardstock
spread glue evenly. It’s a good idea to keep whenever possible. You can 10mm (N) 34%
some slightly-damp tissue if you need to create super-sturdy models by 8mm 27%
wipe up extra glue, but be careful about printing on plain paper and then
this is if you’re using ink-based prints. gluing this to a heavy bristol
(Z) 23%
board before cutting. 6mm 20%
David Graffam © 2010. Permission granted to print for personal use only. Distribution is prohibited.
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