Description
Obechi Strip
SLEC Obechi Strip is premium-quality, lightweight timber with a fine, even grain, making it an excellent choice for model making, woodworking and craft projects. Easy to machine and finish, obechi is widely used wherever a smooth, lightweight construction material is required.
Ideal for planking, framing, stringers, edging and general construction, obechi strip is easy to cut, sand, shape and glue. Its fine texture provides an excellent surface for painting, covering or varnishing, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced model makers.
Each strip is accurately machined from quality obechi timber to provide consistent dimensions throughout its length. Available in a comprehensive range of sizes, SLEC Obechi Strip is perfect for model aircraft, model boats, architectural models and many other woodworking applications.
Available Sizes
| Part Number | Imperial Size | Metric Size |
| 4OB220 | 1/16″ × 1/16″ × 48″ | 1.5mm × 1.5mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB221 | 1/16″ × 1/8″ × 48″ | 1.5mm × 3.2mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB222 | 1/16″ × 3/16″ × 48″ | 1.5mm × 5.0mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB223 | 1/16″ × 1/4″ × 48″ | 1.5mm × 6.5mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB224 | 1/16″ × 3/8″ × 48″ | 1.5mm × 9.5mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB225 | 1/16″ × 1/2″ × 48″ | 1.5mm × 12.5mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB230 | 3/32″ × 3/32″ × 48″ | 2.4mm × 2.4mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB233 | 3/32″ × 1/4″ × 48″ | 2.4mm × 6.5mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB234 | 3/32″ × 3/8″ × 48″ | 2.4mm × 9.5mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB235 | 3/32″ × 1/2″ × 48″ | 2.4mm × 12.5mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB240 | 1/8″ × 1/8″ × 48″ | 3.2mm × 3.2mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB243 | 1/8″ × 1/4″ × 48″ | 3.2mm × 6.5mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB244 | 1/8″ × 3/8″ × 48″ | 3.2mm × 9.5mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB245 | 1/8″ × 1/2″ × 48″ | 3.2mm × 12.5mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB250 | 3/16″ × 3/16″ × 48″ | 5.0mm × 5.0mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB253 | 3/16″ × 1/4″ × 48″ | 5.0mm × 6.5mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB254 | 3/16″ × 3/8″ × 48″ | 5.0mm × 9.5mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB255 | 3/16″ × 1/2″ × 48″ | 5.0mm × 12.5mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB260 | 1/4″ × 1/4″ × 48″ | 6.5mm × 6.5mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB264 | 1/4″ × 3/8″ × 48″ | 6.5mm × 9.5mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB265 | 1/4″ × 1/2″ × 48″ | 6.5mm × 12.5mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB266 | 5/16″ × 5/16″ × 48″ | 8.0mm × 8.0mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB280 | 3/8″ × 3/8″ × 48″ | 9.5mm × 9.5mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB285 | 3/8″ × 1/2″ × 48″ | 9.5mm × 12.5mm × 1220mm |
| 4OB290 | 1/2″ × 1/2″ × 48″ | 12.5mm × 12.5mm × 1220mm |
Specifications
- Material: Obechi
- Length: 48″ (1220mm)
- Profile: Square and rectangular strip
- Available Sizes: From 1/16″ × 1/16″ to 1/2″ × 1/2″
Features
- Premium quality obechi timber
- Lightweight with a fine, even grain
- Smooth surface for easy finishing
- Easy to cut, sand, shape and glue
- Ideal for planking, framing, stringers and edging
- Perfect for model boats, model aircraft and scratch-built projects
- Suitable for hobby, craft and general woodworking applications
- Available in a comprehensive range of sizes

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