The Iwata Eclipse Airbrush Series is celebrated for its balance of precision, versatility, and ease of use. Designed for artists, hobbyists, and professional painters. The Eclipse airbrushes are equally at home in fine detail work and broad coverage applications.
Key Features:
- Dual-action control for precise air and paint regulation
- Gravity, side, and siphon-feed models to match workflow preferences
- Large nozzle and needle setups for handling thicker paints without clogging
- Internally mixed for consistent, fine atomization
- Built for acrylics, inks, enamels, urethanes, and more
- Easy to clean and maintain for daily or high-volume use
Popular Models in the Eclipse Series:
- HP-CS – Gravity-feed, 0.35 mm nozzle combination, great all-rounder
- HP-BCS – Siphon-feed. 50mm nozzle combination for quick color changes and larger volume work
- Takumi – Side-feed for full visibility and multi-angle spraying - .35mm nozzle combination
- The G3, G5, G6 Pistol Grip for comfort and larger spray patterns
Ideal Applications:
- Miniature and scale model painting
- Automotive graphics and motorcycle tanks
- Murals and large-scale illustration
- T-shirt and textile art Body art and special effects makeup
The Eclipse Series is a true workhorse—trusted by professionals for smooth atomization, reliable performance, and easy maintenance.
Iwata Eclipse Airbrush Series – Model Comparison
Model |
Feed Type |
Nozzle Size |
Paint Cup / Bottle |
Best For |
Key Advantages |
HP-CS |
Gravity |
0.35 mm |
1/3 oz (9 ml) cup |
All-purpose detail + coverage |
Most popular Eclipse model; excellent balance of fine detail and medium coverage; handles thicker paints well. |
Kustom CS |
Gravity |
0.35 mm |
1/2 oz (14 ml) cup |
Automotive graphics, custom paint |
Part of Iwata’s Kustom line; tuned Eclipse CS with a larger cup, ergonomic trigger, and pre-set handle for precise control. |
HP-BCS |
Siphon |
0.5 mm |
2 oz (60 ml) bottle |
Large-volume work, quick color changes |
Ideal for T-shirt art, murals, and projects needing more paint capacity; easy to swap bottles for different colors. |
Eclipse Takumi |
Side |
0.35 mm |
1/4 oz (7 ml) cup |
Precision work with ergonomic feel |
Compact body design for improved control; side-feed allows better visibility and multi-angle spraying. |
G3 Pistol Grip |
Gravity |
0.35 mm |
0.44 oz (13 ml) cup |
Comfortable control, detail to medium coverage |
Pistol grip reduces fatigue; great for miniature painting, illustration, and model work. |
G5 Pistol Grip |
Gravity |
0.5 mm |
0.5 oz (15 ml) cup |
Larger surface coverage, base coating |
Wide spray pattern; faster coverage for base coats, props, and terrain. |
G6 Pistol Grip |
Siphon |
0.6 mm |
Multiple bottle sizes |
Large-scale projects, heavy coverage |
Spray gun feel with airbrush precision; perfect for props, backgrounds, and scenery work. |
How to Choose
Best All-Around → HP-CS (balance of detail & coverage)
- For Automotive & Custom Graphics → Kustom CS
- For Large Paint Capacity → HP-BCS, Kustom CS, or G6
- For Improved Visibility & Precision → Eclipse Takumi
- For Comfort & Reduced Fatigue → G3, G5, G6 Pistol Grip models
- For Large Surfaces & Base Coats → G5 (gravity) or G6 (siphon)