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I have BR and CR Revolutions but not an Eclipse. Very versatile airbrush with a .5 mm nozzle and needle combination. With an Eclipse you can use either .35mm or .50mm nozzles and needles. But, you don’t have to take the tip out of the cone to clean it, you just unscrew the head and the cone will drop out.
It handles paints like Citadel or Vallejo Model Air (slightly thinned) well and doesn’t require a high-end compressor. The Eclipse also has a cutaway handle so you can pull the needle all the way open in case of a clog.
You can go to Coast Airbrush and look under Airbrush Parts to see an exploded view. In a Revolution the .30mm and .50mm needles are a different diameter so you have to change the fluid seal or needle bearing to switch from .30 to .50.
With its fine 0.2 mm nozzle and integrated MAC valve, it lets you fine-tune flow and pressure on the fly to handle very smooth transitions, blending effects, or sharp lines. Others, like the Micron or Eclipse, need a more stable and powerful compressor.
Should beginners buy a high-end airbrush?
No. Every component is calibrated to provide the finest and most controlled spray possible.
I like them, they spray pretty well. Every Iwata airbrush comes with a 5 Year Limited Warranty.
You will definitely find find one model that suits you needs and your budget.
Iwata airbrush
This is the Iwata airbrushes range:
- NEO for Iwata: design for beginners on a budget
- Iwata Revolution Series: Quality, Performance
and Value.
- Iwata Eclipse Series:Versatility, reliability and performance.
- Iwata High Performance Plus Series:High-Precision,High-Detail Work.
- Iwata Hi-Line Series:Hi-Control of Hi-Precision Work
If you are a beginner on a budget, rather than going for a 30 $ low quality build airbrush, I would suggest to go for one of the NEO for Iwata airbrushes.
Its design makes it quick to clean between colors, making it a trusted choice for long sessions or batch painting. The Eclipse has the self center design. With its 0.35 mm nozzle, it covers a wide range of uses: priming, basecoating, gradients, shading, fine lining.
I clean my brushes a lot and one thing I really like about the HS is the ease with which you can get the nozzle free for a quick check. Cosmetics aren’t a big deal but if the Eclipse has some qualitative edge it would be worth it. Those nozzles are pretty small.
| Pros + | Cons – |
|---|---|
| Sprays most paints without thinning | Less suited for ultra-fine lines |
| Easy to maintain, tool-free nozzle | Needs a slightly more powerful compressor |
| Large user community = tutorials, spare parts | Fixed cup, longer cleaning when changing paint types |
| Highly versatile | More expensive than entry-level models |
Our opinion: An excellent all-purpose main airbrush with no fuss.
Conclusion: 4.8/5
TOP 2 – Iwata Neo CN Airbrush: The Best for Beginners
SEE THE AIRBRUSH
- Dual-action with 0.35 mm nozzle
- Gravity feed, two interchangeable cups
- Low pressure operation, ideal with a small compressor
- Affordable price, perfect for beginners
- Good precision for detailed work
- Compatible with thinned acrylic paints
The Neo CN is the recommended airbrush for those who want to start without breaking the bank.