Pater Practicus

Practical maker channel focused on hands‑on model railway projects and related hobby electronics. Videos regularly show scale modelling techniques (dioramas, detailing, glazing), electronics and Raspberry Pi projects for layouts (controllers, lights, sensors), plus household repair and small workshop builds that support modelling and DIY maintenance.

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Calculated from videos published in the last 12 months

1 video every 26 days
Publishing pace
Irregular
Publishing regularity
15 min
Average video duration
17 min
Published time per month

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Latest videos

Automated Level Crossing Gates – Part 2: First Installation. #raspberrypi #modelrailway
May 23, 2026
Fully automated level crossing lights with break-beam sensors + Raspberry Pi Pico #modelrailway
March 21, 2026
Easy-fit thermometer for 3D Printers to ensure ideal resin temperature
March 14, 2026
Modelling one of Marie Curie's WW1 x-ray trucks, with 3D printed parts and DIY decals. Part 3
March 7, 2026
Scale model replica of a Marie Curie X-ray truck – Part 2: construction with 3D printed resin parts
February 6, 2026
Realistic resin 3D printed tyres for scale model 'Petite Curie' WW1 x-ray truck conversion (Part 1)
January 24, 2026
Realistic model diorama with 3D printed terrain PLUS flickering LED embers
January 11, 2026
Detailing a scale model fire truck kit with a bespoke resin 3D printed interior
December 14, 2025
Model railway level-crossing light controller – Raspberry Pi Pico
November 29, 2025
Scratch-built level-crossing signs – with working lights – for your model railway.
November 15, 2025