Arizona Hansa Brandenberg W.29 Owner's manual

N A RIZ
A
Model Aircrafters
www.arizonamodels.com
Hansa Brandenberg W.29
Assembly and Historical Information

FABRIC COVERING PROCEDURE
Optional Preparation:
The camouflage fabric is printed on Solartex fabric. The light weight of the fabric limits the optical density of
the finished print. If you want to hide the underlying wood structure prepare the model as follows.
Sand and paint all wood surfaces with white or light grey primer. Remove the protective backing on the
adhesive side of the fabric and paint with a light coat of primer (on top of the adhesive). This hides the visibility
of the wood grain through the thin fabric and increases the opacity of the material to give is a more realistic
finish. Don’t worry about covering the adhesive it will liquify and penetrate the primer when you apply the
heat.
1. Brush a thin coat of BALSALOC (or BALSARITE) with a soft brush on balsa, let it dry and sand it with 220
paper.
2. Brush a second thin coat of BALSALOC and let it dry. Do not sand.
3. Cover the bottom of the wings, fuselage…etc. first with an un-socked, well-temperature-controlled iron at
100-120 C (21 century iron is recommended). Clean the bottom of the iron often with acetone to remove
st
residual primer.
4. Refer to your scale documentation for the proper orientation of the fabric pattern. Any overlapping fabric is
about ¼” join, and BALSALOC has to be brushed on the overlapping section of the fabric and let dry before
applying iron. The iron temperature is still as shown below.
5. If wing under camber is too much, one has to glue the fabric to the lower wing rib by tiny drops of thin CA.
Otherwise, fabric may delaminate from the rib during shrinking stage.
6. Once the entire aircraft is covered, the preferred method is still the iron unless the part to be shrunk is highly
unreachable. In case of iron, an iron sock has to be used and the temperature should be kept as shown or
slightly higher if the sock is wet. This fabric shrinks very fast after a certain threshold temperature.
Therefore, once one sees the material starts shrinking he has to move to the adjacent areas and let the first
area cool before going over for a second time to shrink the fabric further. Keeping the iron on the same area
too long will cause fabric to pull off from balsa or worse, lozenge colors may start running uncontrollably.
7. The seams on the wing should be covered with either pink, light purple or light blue 21 century fabric or
st
Arizona Models Rib Tape.
8. Markings are painted on using Sig’s butyrate color dope or Krylon paint.
9. A light MIST of Sig’s butyrate clear dope is sprayed over the entire aircraft for protection against glow fuel
and also to prevent material to sag (it shrinks the fabric further when the dope dries). Too much dope will
cause the fabric colors to start running so extra care is needed here.
10.To weather the fabric small amounts of graphite powder (this material is used for lubricating keyholes…etc.
and readily available in hardware stores) is rubbed against fabric. When desired amount of grime and dirt is
achieved brush off the excess powder. One needs to spray a second MIST of dope to keep the graphite
powder on fabric, and to further protect fabric against hot glow fuel.

Important Note:
The colors used in the printing are soluble with acetone and MEK. If you are going to use a fuel
proofing or other finish check for color fastness first. If the solution you are going to use reacts with the
finish try a different brand not based with acetone or MEK. If you need to use this type of finish it can be
applied with an air brush applied with several light dusting. Do not use a heavy spray the colors will
run. We strongly suggest that you test the procedure on a scrap piece first. When your work is finished
clean your iron on an old piece of wool carpeting. Don’t panic if there seem to be too many large
creases in the material as it’s going on. Remember, the fabric is not like any other material you’ve used
before just work the iron slowly across the creases using a light but firm pressure and like magic
they will disappear.
Short Cut Tips:
*Check the direction of the pattern with your scale documentation and pre plan the
fabric layout.
*When using the fabric sock on the iron you can increase the temperature if you keep the sock very
wet. This allows a more efficient heat transfer to the fabric with out damaging the printing.
*We use only PolyTex fabrics for the camouflage base.
Fabric Opacity:
Poly Tex fabric we have found is superior to Super Coverite and other types of covering especially in the
aggressiveness of the adhesive. It is also extremely light weight however because of the thinness of the
material it does allow strong light to pass through the weave of the material. This typically is not a
problem on small scale models but does require additional preparation steps for larger scales and large
open areas. This is solved by first priming all covered wood surfaces with a coat of white or grey primer
to hide the wood grain. For wings apply the underside fabric first, for fuselages apply the top and sides
first. This will block the light from passing through the model and hide the internal structure. The
primer we use is commonly found at ACE, Home Depot or Lowes Hardware stores.
Gotha G.V 1/6 scale flying electric with 4 color night time lozenge.

Copywrite 2006
Digital Design LLC
COMPONENTS OF THIS DESIGN GRAPHIC AND REPRESENTATION ARE REPRODUCED
WITH THE PERMISSION WW1 AEROPLANES
SHEET 1 of 3
SCALE OUTLINE DRAWINGS
ARE SHOWN AT 4:1 SCALE
ARIZONA MODEL AIRCRAFTERS
A registered tradename of Digital Design LLC
13814 N. 56th Pl. Scottsdale, AZ 85254
SCALE DETAIL REFERENCE DIAGRAM
CAMOUFLAGE PATTERNS
COLOR REFERENCES from METHUEN HANDBOOK REFERENCE LISTINGS OBTAINED FROM WW1.
AEROPLANES Number 88 Feb. 1982 PP 44-60.
NOTE: Color chips scanned with HP4C Flatbed scanner calibrated to HP250C Plotter through Corel 8.0. Colors reprinted with CMYK Process.
Use for pattern only.
4.58 inch move for repeat 12.795 inches sideways colors not overlapped.
PATTERN KEY:
A B C
REPEAT PATTERN.
TOP PATTERN COLOR 3 COLOR
A) 20E3 BLUISH GRAY B) 6E4 GREYISH BROWN C) 13E3 GREYISH MAGENTA
Hex Color Pattern
Full size trim line. Full size trim line.
Full Size Printing Pattern
Hex Detail
Material data furnished by Dan San Abbott.

Damiler Detail Photos Page 1

Damiler Detail Photos Page 2

Damiler Detail Photos Page 3

Damiler Detail Photos Page 4

Brass Washer
(optional)
Wood / Plastic Ball
Feed / Dump
parts
A B
C
D
E
F
I
G
H
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
QRS
T
U
VWXY
Z
a
b
c
d
ef
g
h
i
Aluminum Tubing or Wood Dowel CUSTOMER SUPPLIED
Parts Identification Drawing
All Scales
Page 1
N
A
RIZ
A
Model Aircrafters

SPANDAU Assembly Drawings
All Scales
Page 2
Step 1. Remove parts A, B, C, and the rectangular parts from the feed / dump assembly. Paper parts can be sprayed
with warm water to soften and help shape them. Wrap the parts around a tube or dowel for drying
before assembly.
Step 2. Assemble the lock side components as shown in the diagram. Step 3. Laminate the lock assembly to the correct thickness. Depending on the scale of the kit the number of layers will vary. You may not have 5 parts to the lock assembly. Step 4. Assemble the cooling barrel and gun site as shown. Wrap part "A" around end pieces "d" and "i" (the kit will
contain additional parts, use only one each for the construction). The seam should be to the bottom. you can use the 4 small holes in the corners of part "A" to help in securing the parts in place while the glue is drying.
Step 5. When dry wrap parts "C" and "B" around A. Take care
to align the holes as closely as possible. If necessary clear the holes with a small rat tail file of small Dremel de-burring head. Next mount the gun site and gun mount to the coolling barrel. If the gun is to be mounted on a swivel or movable mount use a piece of aluminum tubing glued between the holes of the gun mount sides (part "a") for additional strength.
A
BCFeed and dump
3x
a
I
c
K
P
Q
J
O
U
F
D
E
(Stack parts)
Place part "E" on top of part "D"
Plywood Sides
Place under part"C" sand "C" for a flat fit.
L
Rear View
C
K J
b Z
E
D*
A B
C
di
aa
f
g
Gun Mount
Components
* Note: Extra parts D are included in the kit.
Laminate Parts D to match the thickness of C. Refer to page 4 for details.
N
A
RIZ
A
Model Aircrafters

Step 6. Attach the cooling barrel to the lock assembly. Note: some scales will have a notch for mounting the gun barrel make sure to align the holes.
Use the aluminum tube to help in the mounting after cutting the tube to the proper length. Refer to the scale reference for the proper length. Next attach the parts to the lock assembly as shown in the diagram below.
Step 7. Assemble the cocking lever as shown. Mount parts "Y" and "T" as shown. Clip a brass pin to help in securing the ball to the lever.
Step 8. Mount the lever assembly in position using a brass pin to help in securing to the lock assembly. As you place the assembly in
position space the lever off of parts "X " by placing the brass washer underneath.
N
V
W
X
Brass Pin
T
Y
R
S
Wood
Ball
G
MH
Rear Site components Cut part "H" as shown (Green Line) and fold up at 90 degrees. Attach
parts "M" as shown.
Using a pin inserted from the back side through part "W" insert into a section of aluminum tubing. See the Scale reference sheet for dimensions.
SPANDAU Assembly Drawings
All Scales
Page 3
N
A
RIZ
A
Model Aircrafters

MAXIM (SPANDAU) SCALE REFERENCE
Page 4
FRONT
LEFT SIDE LOCK
REAR
RIGHT SIDE FULL VIEW
TOP VIEW LOCK BOTTOM VIEW LOCK
N
A
RIZ
A
ARIZONA MODEL AIRCRAFTERS
A registered tradename of Prototype Production and Engineering inc.
14795 North 78th Way Unit 800, Scottsdale Arizona 85260.
Arizona Model Aircrafters
Maxim ( Spandau )
Part e & h
Part e & h

LEFT SIDE GUN PLACEMENT
FOKKER D-VII
RIGHT SIDE GUN PLACEMENT
FOKKER D-VII
Shown in the photos are typical gun placements as installed on a Fokker D-VII. Notice the open ammo feed chute on the right side photos, parts are included in the kit to build the feed as shown or fully enclosed. refer to your specific planes documentation. The feed chute sides will require some shaping prior to mounting
depending on the model of plane.
Photographs courtesy of
The Champlin Fighter Museum, Mesa Arizona
SPANDAU Assembly Drawings
All Scales
Page 5
N
A
RIZ
A
Model Aircrafters

ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS SHOWN AT 1 / 6 SCALE
Cooling Barrel
Mount inside Tube
Mount outside
Insert the aluminum tube through the holes and bond in place. Leave 1 /2 inch extra tubing at each end to be trimmed as necessary during the final assembly
Step 1 Assemble the cooling barrel
Mount two pieces of wire inside the site ring to simulate the cross hairs.
Complete the assembly by lightly sanding all parts and seal with primer or white glue and set aside to dry.
Detail Note
Round site can be trimmed off and replaces with rectangle site as shown in the cover sheet photo. Site can be made from brass wire.
Roll paper tube around the two end caps and metal tube section. Make sure the seam is centered at the bottom.
Assembly Tip:
Soak the paper in warm water to make rolling the cooling barrels easier Wrap around a dowel and let dry into shape.
1
2
3
4
or
ARIZONA MODEL AIRCRAFTERS
A registered tradename of Digital Design LLC
13814 N. 56th Place, Scottsdale Arizona 85254
ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
Copywrite 2006 by Arizona Model Aircrafters a registered tradename of Digital Design LLC
Parabellum Machine Gun
SHEET 1 of 5
N
A
RIZ
A
Model Aircrafters
www.arizonamodels.com

ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS SHOWN AT 1 / 6 SCALE
Step 2 Assemble the Lock and Stock Laminate all parts in order as shown in the diagram.
Left Side
Right Side
Bottom
Top
ARIZONA MODEL AIRCRAFTERS
A registered tradename of Digital Design LLC
13814 N. 56th Place, Scottsdale Arizona 85254
ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
Copywrite 2006 by Arizona Model Aircrafters a registered tradename of Digital Design LLC
Parabellum Machine Gun
SHEET 2 of 5
N
A
RIZ
A
Model Aircrafters
www.arizonamodels.com