Thin, easily shaped metal foil used to model a variety of subjects, from rifle slings to damaged fenders. Often found atop wine bottles.
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6 terms starting with ‘L‘:
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LEDs
Light-emitting diodes; electronic diodes that light up when current is applied.
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LINER BRUSH
A paintbrush with long bristles and a fine point used for detail painting.
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LINK AND LENGTH TRACKS
Tracks for tanks and other tracked vehicles that are made of both individual track links and sections of of prejoined links. Usually, joined sections are longer for the top and bottom sections and the individual links are wrapped around the drive sprockets and idler wheels, joining the lengths together.
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LIQUID MASKING AGENT
Applied with a brush, this liquid solidifies when it dries and masks parts for painting. Especially helpful for oddly shaped parts, the masks are peeled off after painting.
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LIQUID SPRUE
Sprue from a model kit cut into small pieces and dissolved in liquid model cement. Used as a filler.