Miniatures and wargames
Technology for producing miniatures with precision and a high level of detail.
Materials for making metal miniatures and game figures
The miniatures and wargames sector requires pieces with a high level of detail, capable of accurately reproducing armour, faces, textures and scenery elements. These types of products, used in board games, model-making and collecting, demand manufacturing processes that ensure a high degree of fidelity to the original design, even at very small scales.
At Coniex, we supply technical materials that help manufacturers produce metal miniatures, figures for strategy games, scenery pieces and model-making components with a high degree of precision.
Our materials are used in the manufacture of various types of components, such as:
- miniatures for board games
- wargame miniatures
- characters for role-playing games
- set pieces and scenery
- small-format collectables
The combination of casting, enamelling and finishing techniques produces pieces with well-defined details, which are then prepared for painting or assembly.
SILCODISC silicone moulds for high-definition miniatures
The manufacture of metal miniatures requires moulds capable of reproducing very fine details and complex geometries. The centrifugal casting process is commonly used for this type of application, as it enables the production of multiple parts with good repeatability.
For this technique, Coniex offers SILCODISC, a range of technical silicones designed for the manufacture of moulds for centrifugal casting.
SILCODISC silicones enable the production of moulds with a high capacity for reproducing fine details, which is particularly important for small figurines.
Its key features include:
- high precision in the reproduction of details
- stable behaviour during metal casting
- resistance to multiple production cycles
- sufficient elasticity to release parts with complex geometries
These properties make it possible to produce metal miniatures with well-defined reliefs and surfaces that are ready for subsequent finishing or painting processes.
👉 Find out more about SILCODISC silicone moulds for centrifugal casting
Applying colour and decorative effects with ESMALTEX
Some metal parts intended for the model-making and board game sectors incorporate coloured elements to highlight symbols, crests or graphic details.
For these applications, Coniex offers ESMALTEX, a range of epoxy resins used for decorative cold enamelling on metal.
These glazes allow engraved areas or raised sections of the piece to be filled in, creating visual contrasts that highlight certain elements of the design.
ESMALTEX enamels feature:
- good colour fastness
- glossy or translucent finishes
- adhesion to metal surfaces
- wear resistance
- bisphenol A-free (BPA-free) formulation
These properties make it possible to use ESMALTEX enamels on metal components that require decorative details or distinctive graphic elements.
👉 Discover the ESMALTEX range of epoxy coatings
Surface preparation for model-making parts
To ensure high-quality parts, the metal surface must be properly prepared before any decorative treatment or subsequent finish is applied.
Coniex’s Surface division offers solutions designed to improve the cleaning and preparation of metal parts prior to processes such as enamelling, polishing or painting.
A properly prepared surface helps the materials to adhere and improves the final result of the miniatures.
👉 Find out about our surface treatment and finishing solutions
Technical training in casting and enamelling processes
Coniex also offers training programmes aimed at professionals and manufacturers who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the production processes involved in making ornamental metal parts.
These training courses provide a better understanding of how materials behave and help to optimise production process parameters.
The courses include:
Centrifugal casting courses
which explains mould-making techniques and control of the casting process
Decorative enamelling courses
specialising in the application of ESMALTEX epoxy resins
👉 Find out more about training courses in casting and enamelling
Ejemplos de aplicaciones en miniaturas y wargames
This section features images generated using artificial intelligence, depicting various types of miniatures and figures used in board games and model-making.
These images are for illustrative purposes and show the different styles of components that can be produced using metal casting techniques.
These visual examples help to illustrate the manufacturing possibilities within the sector of metal miniatures and board game figures.
Coniex, materials for miniature manufacturers
Coniex supplies technical materials used in various sectors involved in the manufacture of ornamental metal parts.
Our expertise in moulds, casting and finishing solutions enables us to provide useful tools for manufacturers who produce metal miniatures, gaming figures and model-making components.
