Aluminum Tubing & Sheets for Scale Model Scratch Building
Build custom structures, mechanical components and detailed scale-model projects with Aluminum Tubing and Sheets from MegaHobby. Aluminum modeling materials provide a lightweight metal option for hobbyists who need to fabricate parts, reinforce assemblies or create components that are not included in a standard model kit.
Scratch building allows modelers to move beyond the original kit and create their own solutions for structural details, vehicle components, architectural features and custom projects. Aluminum sheets and tubing can be useful wherever a project calls for lightweight metal stock.
Aluminum Tubing for Model Building
Aluminum tubing can be used to fabricate cylindrical components, supports, structural elements and other custom details. Its usefulness depends on the tubing diameter, wall thickness and the requirements of the finished model.
When selecting tubing, consider the dimensions, cutting method and how the material will be attached to other components.
Aluminum Sheets for Custom Parts
Sheet aluminum provides material for fabricating panels, brackets, structural details and other flat components. Depending on thickness, sheets may be cut, shaped or formed for use in model construction.
Scratch Building for Model Cars & Trucks
Metal stock can be useful for custom automotive details and fabrication projects. Browse Model Cars and Model Trucks for related scale-model subjects.
Aircraft, Ships & Military Models
Scratch-built metal components can also support projects involving Model Aircraft, Model Ships and Military Models.
Compare Scratch Building Materials
Explore Brass Strips, Brass Tubing and Channels for additional metal and structural modeling materials.
Tools for Cutting & Shaping Aluminum
Browse Tools & Supplies for cutting, measuring, sanding and assembly equipment. Select tools appropriate to the material dimensions and follow the manufacturer's handling recommendations.
Paint & Finish Metal Parts
Visit the MegaHobby Paint Store for suitable primers, paints and finishing products. Proper surface preparation and compatible primers can help improve adhesion on metal components.
MegaHobby's Aluminum Tubing and Sheets collection gives scratch builders versatile lightweight metal materials for creating custom model components, structures and detailed fabrication projects.
