Manufacturer
Gebr. Faller GmbH
Kreuzstrasse 9
D-78148 Gütenbach, Germany
faller.de
Comments: This handy tool for applying static grass is the latest offering from Faller. The Gras-Fix measures 91⁄2″ long and has a 3″ diameter grass hopper that’s 1-7/8″ deep. It also includes a funnel sifter for spot applications. The scenery tool is powered by a 9-volt battery.
The Gras-Fix converts power from the battery into a high-voltage electrostatic change, so use it with caution. Don’t disassemble the tool or touch the metal grate when the power is on.
Before applying the static grass, I soaked the area with Woodland Scenics Scenic Cement (Faller Colorfix or homemade matte medium will also work). Then I attached the tethered grounding clip to a panel nail and pressed the latter into the glue-soaked scenery.
I filled the hopper with the supplied 2mm static grass fibers and turned the power on. This creates a charged electrical field that helps the fibers stand on end. I held the Gras-Fix about 1 ” above the scenery and shook it lightly. The static grass stood on end as advertised.
Then I attached the funnel sifter and tried some spot applications. The 2mm fibers didn’t stand on end as well. I had better luck with 6mm fibers.
Though designed for Faller static grass, I also tested it with Busch and Woodland Scenics fibers. Both brands worked well. The Gras-Fix makes it easy to add scenery to large and small areas on your model railroad.
Where can you find articles on building a grass applicator out of an electric flyswatter??
I totally agree! The price is not war warranted.. These items should be under $50.00 so they can be sold to masses. For what you get, the selling price is ridiculous! I too am one that have checked many articles,have bought my neg. ion generator and ready to build! Most likely less than $20. come on U.S. manufacturers.
Yes. Unbelievable the price of these static grass applicators, Faller and Noch. Why aren't there any similar US made products? I have researched and found many articles on the various homemade versions including the bug zapper and the negative ion generator versions. I found an article by Kevin Rowbotham with detailed instsructions and photos for building 3 different verisions. I just purchased a bug zapper and plan to build a couple versions to try out. (Rating for the article, not the overpriced product.)
The cost seems way out of line.i agree with larry,we could make something like this here in this country cheaper and better
Suggested retail on this thing is about 280.00 with prices as low as 236.00 which is still totally out of line with what you are getting for your money.
I don't understand why we can't produce these in this country. It's no wonder why people improvise and construct these out of battery operated, hand held static bug zappers.