Wires & Cables

What are wires and cables used for in modeling?

Wires and cables are fundamental materials used for super-detailing, which means increasing the level of detail in models. They allow you to easily add realistic details that significantly enhance the final appearance of a miniature. This category features a variety of products for recreating wiring, hydraulic lines, antennas, or rigging on models of vehicles, aircraft, and ships. Whether you're building a tank, a modern jet, or a sailing ship, properly selected wires will help you achieve an authentic look.

The applications for wires are very broad. They are most commonly used to create elements such as: brake and fuel lines in car models, ignition wires in engines, wiring in aircraft cockpits and armored vehicle interiors, antennas on tank turrets, and rigging on ship models. Our offer includes wires made from various materials, such as copper (easy to shape), lead (excellent at holding its shape), and steel (ideal for rigid structures). The variety of diameters, from tenths of a millimeter upwards, allows for precise matching of the wire thickness to the model's scale and the specific detail being replicated.

How to choose the right modeling wire?

The choice of the right product should primarily be dictated by its intended use and the scale of the model you are building. For creating thin antennas, a rigid, small-diameter steel wire is the best choice. On the other hand, to imitate hydraulic lines in an aircraft's undercarriage, it's best to use a soft lead or tin wire that can be easily positioned and shaped. Before purchasing, it's a good idea to check photographic references or blueprints of the real object to select a wire diameter as close to the original as possible. Using even just a few extra cables or lines can dramatically change the model's appearance, adding a new level of realism.