Iwata eclipse vs revolution

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Looking forward to trying it out.

Eric

Eric,

Let us know what you feel as the pros and cons of the Eclipse vs. The Revolution and Eclipse share some parts but the nozzles and head system are different. You can also see wich are the best airbrush compressor guide. Anyone out there tried them both?

Eric

keilau2

Eric,

Their nozzles are not the same.

Suction feed is useful for larger volumes or covering large surfaces.

What nozzle size is best for painting miniatures?

A 0.35 mm nozzle is the most versatile for basecoats, gradients, and lining.

iwata eclipse vs revolution

Revolutions use a small screw in nozzle and the Eclipse uses a drop in nozzle with a double cone shape. I was thinking Iwata because it’s needles and nozzles may be a bit tougher: and I already have a HS Evol - little boring to have two.

You can get a gravity fed .35 nozzle in both the Iwata Revolution and Eclipse. But with so many options (Neo, Eclipse, Micron, Revolution…), it’s easy to get lost — we’re here to help you find your ideal Iwata airbrush.

Here are the best IWATA airbrushes:

TOP 1 – Iwata Eclipse HP-CS Airbrush: The Most Versatile

SEE THE AIRBRUSH

  • Dual-action with 0.35 mm nozzle
  • Gravity feed, integrated cup
  • Versatile: basecoats, lining, gradients
  • Compatible with most paints without heavy thinning
  • Easy to clean thanks to drop-in nozzle
  • Widely used, spare parts are easy to find

The Iwata Eclipse HP-CS is often the first real upgrade for painters looking for a reliable, precise airbrush that can do it all.

IWATA Airbrushes Comparison Chart

In this post I am going to give you an overall view of the full IWATA range of airbrushes and present you the complete Iwata airbrushed comparison chart.

Iwata is a Japanese leading manufacturer of high quality airbrushes  for both  professional and amateurs.

Each Iwata airbrush series have a different function, from the budget NEO  series to the absolute precision tool that is the Custom Micron (CM) series, through the more versatile Eclipse series.

Then you can see what parts they share and what is different. It requires experience, perfect dilution, and meticulous cleaning. The Revolution uses the old fashion tiny screw-on nozzle and spare is cheaper.

The Revolution 0.35 mm BR has the smaller 1/16 cc cup. The Eclipse nozzle is very similar to a Badger 105/155/360 nozzle.

It makes this airbrush the ideal airbrush for T-shirt painting, model-railroad landscapes or R/C car bodies, airplane
models and other general art, hobby and craft projects.

  • The Revolution CR is a gravity feed airbrush. Many Warhammer miniature painters use it as their main airbrush due to its performance, accessibility, and durability.

    Perfect for general-purpose art-and-craft projects, as well as model-railroad detailing, R/C car bodies, plastic kits and automotive painting

  • Iwata Revolution AR is gravity-feed airbrush designed for quick changes of custom mixed colors. They are easy to use and clean, which is what you are looking for when you start airbrushing.

    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. 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.

    Finally, if you’re looking for trigger comfort or work on large surfaces, the TRN2 or HP-TH models will meet your needs.

    The most important thing isn’t having the most expensive tool, but the one that fits your painting style best. A well-chosen IWATA airbrush will serve you faithfully for years.

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    CR doe everything i need it to do hence why i sold the CS.

    Milairjunkie7

    As has been said the main difference is the nozzle design, the Revolution using the typical Iwata type of nozzle which is more or less a small screw in tip & the Eclipse using a drop in system similar to what you are accustomed to.

    The smaller screw in nozzle design does have it’s pros + cons - it’s generally made of harder material than a drop in nozzle, so can last longer, but it is tiny making it troublesome to handle & on occasion the nozzle tip can break away leaving the threaded section behind in the airbrush.

    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 an Eclipse you can use either .35mm or .50mm nozzles and needles. With its 0.5 mm nozzle, it easily handles thicker or lightly thinned paints. Perfect for background , basing but very good also for details.