How to Magnetize Halo Flashpoint Bases Without Drilling (Easy Peel & Stick Method)

The Easiest Way to Magnetize Your Halo Flashpoint Miniatures

Magnetizing your Halo Flashpoint miniatures doesn't have to involve drilling, super glue, or complicated tools. With self-adhesive basing magnets, you can secure your models to magnetic transport cases in seconds—no mess, no permanent modifications, and no risk of damaging your painted miniatures.

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Why Use Self-Adhesive Magnets for Halo Flashpoint?

Halo Flashpoint features detailed miniatures that deserve safe transport and storage. Traditional magnetization methods require drilling into bases, which can:

  • Damage scenic bases or pre-painted models
  • Require specialized tools and steady hands
  • Create permanent modifications you can't undo
  • Take significant time for large armies

Peel-and-stick magnets solve all these problems. Simply peel the backing, press onto your base, and you're done. Your models will stay secure in magnetic cases during transport while remaining easy to remove for gameplay.

Step-by-Step: Magnetizing Halo Flashpoint Bases

What You'll Need

  • Self-adhesive basing magnets (sized to match your bases)
  • Magnetic transport case or steel sheet
  • Clean, dry miniature bases

Installation Process

Step 1: Clean the bottom of your miniature base with a dry cloth to remove any dust or oils. The adhesive works best on clean surfaces.

Step 2: Select the correct magnet size for your base. Most Halo Flashpoint infantry use 25mm or 32mm round bases, while vehicles may use larger sizes.

Step 3: Peel the protective backing from your self-adhesive magnet.

Step 4: Center the magnet on the bottom of your base and press firmly for 5-10 seconds to ensure good adhesion.

Step 5: Wait 24 hours for the adhesive to fully cure before placing models in your transport case for maximum hold strength.

Choosing the Right Magnet Size

Match your magnet diameter to your base size for optimal coverage and holding power:

  • 25mm bases: Use 25mm round magnets (standard infantry)
  • 32mm bases: Use 32mm round magnets (larger infantry, heroes)
  • 40mm bases: Use 40mm round magnets (elite units)
  • Larger bases: Use corresponding sizes up to 160mm for vehicles

Benefits of the Peel & Stick Method

No drilling required – Preserve scenic bases and avoid damage
No glue mess – Clean, professional results every time
Reversible – Remove magnets if needed without permanent changes
Fast application – Magnetize entire armies in minutes
Strong hold – Keeps models secure during transport
Works with painted models – Safe for finished miniatures

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Pro Tips for Best Results

Surface preparation matters: Wipe bases with isopropyl alcohol for maximum adhesion on plastic or resin bases.

Test your case: Ensure your transport case has a steel sheet or magnetic surface. The magnets need direct contact with ferrous metal to work properly.

Consider weight: Heavier models (metal miniatures or large vehicles) may benefit from using the largest magnet that fits your base for extra holding power.

Storage tip: Store unused magnets in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve adhesive quality.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Will these work on textured or scenic bases?
A: Yes! As long as the bottom of the base is relatively flat, the adhesive will bond securely. The flat-bottomed design ensures maximum contact area.

Q: Can I remove and reposition the magnet?
A: You can carefully remove magnets shortly after application, but adhesive strength increases over 24 hours. For best results, position correctly the first time.

Q: How strong is the hold?
A: Our self-adhesive magnets provide excellent holding power for standard gaming miniatures when used with proper magnetic cases. They're designed specifically for tabletop wargaming transport.

Start magnetizing your Halo Flashpoint army the easy way—shop self-adhesive basing magnets now and protect your investment in minutes, not hours.

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Super Glues

A variety of super glues for a variety of reasons. Here's a quick overview about the specific uses of each of our super glues.

 

Before getting to any one adhesive, we chose to carry this glue brand for a reason. It is the only one that can hold the strongest N52 Neodymium Super Magnets that we carry reliably. We could have gone with a number of different brands but this one worked better.

 

Maxi-Cure Plus Super Glue

This is a standard super glue with reasonable work and cure times. A little bit of gap filling goes a long way when magnetizing.

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Insta-Set Accelerant

Not an adhesive, this is a spray that cures the Maxi-Cure within a few seconds.

Not compatible with Super Gold, and Insta-Cure contains some Insta-Set already.

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Insta-Cure

This is a super quick cure time, it has some of the accelerant in the formula so it is a little looser but quick incredibly fast.

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Super Gold

Colorless, odorless, and a little slower to cure, this CA glue is just as strong as the others but is the best for clear plastics and glass for a no-fog super glue. This is a premium glue and is a little slower to cure than the others. Not compatible with Insta-Set, it will heat up, still take a while to cure, and then fog. If you want fast acting go with the other glues we carry.

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Epoxy

This is a 2-part epoxy adhesive, best for when you have big magnets in big projects. Think 18mm magnets or larger.

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Super Glue Caps

These are compatible with any of the 1/2oz, 1oz, or 2oz bottles but not the 8oz or Epoxy bottles of glue, not compatible with Insta-Set.

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Good Magnet Gluing Practices:

If you are gluing a magnet into a hole there should be plenty of surface area to hold it in with glue.

If you are gluing a magnet to a smooth surface, very lightly sand or scuff the surface of the magnet and the gluing surface.

Try to keep finger oils to a minimum on the magnets and destination surfaces as these can reduce the effectiveness of adhesives.

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