Woodland Scenics Track-Bed Foam Nails - ST1432
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This guide is for model railroad enthusiasts and hobbyists who need a reliable way to temporarily secure track and foam bases for their layouts. The Woodland Scenics Track-Bed Foam Nails offer a quick and easy solution for positioning components before permanent fastening, with the main caveat being their temporary nature. This product provides 75 two-inch long nails designed to effectively pin track, foam, and other scenery elements in place, simplifying the building process for detailed model landscapes.
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| Model Part Number | ST1432 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Woodland Scenics |
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FAQs
What is the primary use for these foam nails?
Their primary use is to temporarily pin track, foam, or other lightweight scenery products to your layout base during construction and detailing.
How long are the Woodland Scenics Track-Bed Foam Nails?
Each nail is approximately two inches long.
How many nails are included in a package?
Each package contains 75 nails.
Can these nails be used for permanent fastening?
No, these nails are designed for temporary pinning. They help hold items in place for alignment and gluing, but are not intended for permanent structural support.
What types of surfaces can these nails be used on?
They are effective on foam board, cork roadbed, plywood, and other similar hobby base materials commonly used in model layouts.
Do these nails damage the foam base?
They will create small perforations, similar to any pin or nail. These are generally minor and can be hidden by ballast or other scenery elements once removed.
Are these nails reusable?
Yes, they can be removed and reused multiple times as long as they are not significantly bent or damaged.
Troubleshooting
Nail is difficult to insert.
Ensure you are pushing into a suitable base material (foam, cork, soft wood). If the material is too dense, try a different insertion point or consider a more permanent fastening method.
Nail bends during insertion.
Apply steady, direct pressure. If the nail repeatedly bends, the material may be too hard. Ensure the nail is not angled excessively when pushing.
Nails do not hold items firmly.
Ensure the nail is fully inserted into the base material. Use more nails for increased stability, especially on larger or heavier items. These are for temporary positioning, not heavy-duty fastening.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Quickly and easily secures track and foam for precise placement.
- Allows for temporary adjustments before permanent fixing.
- Provides a stable base for building detailed scenery.
- Economical supply with 75 nails per package.
- User-friendly for all skill levels in model building.
Cons
- Nails are designed for temporary use and may require removal before permanent fastening.
- Can leave small perforations in foam or base material.
- Not suitable for permanent structural support.
- Requires a firm surface to be effectively pushed into.
- May bend if forced into very dense materials.
Setup, Compatibility & Care
Setup: These nails require no setup. Simply take a nail from the package and push it through your track or foam material into the underlying base surface. Use enough nails to keep the pinned items securely in place for your desired configuration.
Compatibility: Compatible with all standard model railroad track gauges and foam-based model scenery products. They work well with foam board, cork roadbed, plywood, and other similar hobby base materials.
Care: Store nails in their original packaging or a small container to prevent loss. Keep them clean and dry. If a nail becomes bent, it may still be usable, but bent nails can be harder to insert cleanly. No maintenance is otherwise required.