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Unleashing Creativity: How 3D Printing is Revolutionizing Model Railroading

April 25, 2024 by Abby Robey 2 Comments

The intersection of 3D printing-model railroad.

The model railroading scene isn’t what it used to be. Gone are the days of cardboard cutouts and simplistic skeletal frames of trains. In the current era, where design technology reigns supreme, model railroading has transformed into a fine art form. Now, with the help of 3D printing, technology is again reshaping this hobby, putting complex, custom designs literally at the fingertips of enthusiasts. This article will explore how 3D printing tools, specifically Xuron® Models 410T, 410A, and Model 450 TweezerNose™ Pliers, have become indispensable to the creative process and hobbyists at every skill level.

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Filed Under: Model Railroading Tagged With: 3D Printing, 410A, 410T, 450, Micro-Shear® Flush Cutter, Pliers, Sprue Cutter

FAQ: What Is the Warranty on Xuron® Tools?

January 15, 2024 by Abby Robey 6 Comments

What is the warranty on Xuron® brand tools.

Xuron Corporation guarantees its products to be free of defects in materials and/or workmanship providing the tool has been used as recommended by Xuron Corporation. Unless specified otherwise, Xuron® Cutters are not intended for use on any type of hardened wire.

At Xuron Corporation, we are exceptionally conscious that you have spent your hard-earned money to purchase our products and we want you to feel you have received what you’ve paid for (in quality and value). Our internal quality control process comprises multiple steps, from incoming raw material inspection to testing each tool before it leaves our factory. We are, however, human, and mistakes can be made or flaws missed. This is why all products manufactured and sold by Xuron Corporation come with our warranty.

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Filed Under: Consumer Products, Industrial Products Tagged With: Cutters, Micro-Shear® Flush Cutter, Photo-Etch, Pliers, Radio Control, Sprue Cutter, Track Cutter, Warranty, Wire Cutters, Xuron Tools

Professional Modeler’s Tool Kit to the Rescue

July 24, 2023 by Gerald Voigt 2 Comments

Professional Modelers Need this Xuron® Tool Kit.

For all hobbyists, tools are an essential part of the creative process. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced scale model builder, it’s more enjoyable when you have the right tool for the task at hand. When your basic modeling tools can be found in one Xuron® Modelers Tool Kit, that’s even better. 

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Filed Under: Scale Modeling Tagged With: 2175ET, 450, 9180ET, Pliers, Scissors, Sprue Cutter

3 Must-Have Tools for the Model Railroader

April 30, 2021 by Abby Robey 3 Comments

Xuron® Model Railroader's Tool Kit.

Three tools no model railroader should be without are a good serrated pliers, a Micro-Shear® flush cutter, and a trustworthy, precise track cutter. Wouldn’t you agree?

And there’s never been a better time to lay your hands on all three than right now!

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Filed Under: Model Railroading Tagged With: Micro-Shear® Flush Cutter, Model Railroading, Pliers, Sprue Cutter, Track Cutter

Q & A with Tony Bonti – Building Metal Earth® 3D Models using Xuron® Tools

November 27, 2020 by Abby Robey 2 Comments

Metal Earth® makes very detailed 3D etched models that are assembled using a few tools and nothing else. One of our manufacturing staff, Tony Bonti, is an avid model builder (and a member of the Southern Maine Scale Modelers) and has recently been testing a few Xuron® tools while building these models.

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Filed Under: Scale Modeling Tagged With: 450, 485FN, 9180ET, Photo-Etch, Plastic Kit Building, Pliers, Scissors, Sprue Cutter

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