ECL4500 · gravity feedWORKBENCH PICKCraft tools
One airbrush, broad possibilities.
Iwata Eclipse HP-CS
ECL4500 · gravity feed
Buyer feedback ↓A gravity-feed airbrush for switching between base coats and controlled details. Its drop-in nozzle makes deep cleaning less fiddly than a tiny threaded nozzle.
- 7 mLPaint cupFixed gravity-feed cup with lid≈ 1.4 US teaspoons
- E3Head systemCompression-fit nozzle
- Dual actionTriggerPress for air; pull back for paint
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THE QUICK TAKE
Is it right for you?
Choose it for one main airbrush for models and miniatures. The cup suits more than a few drops of paint, and the drop-in nozzle is useful when a quick rinse is not enough. The cutaway handle gives access to the needle chuck.
Look elsewhere if you want a complete starter setup in one box. This listing is the airbrush, not a compressor kit. It also lacks a preset trigger stop, so careful paint control still comes from practice.
01 / BUYING NOTES
Before you buy.
02 / AMAZON REVIEWS
The buyers’ view.
Owners upgrading from cheaper airbrushes describe the Eclipse as easier to use, with easier cleaning and maintenance also reported. A first-time airbrush user found it straightforward to learn, while an owner painting model cars and boats particularly valued the simpler cleanup after switching from a no-name brush.
What buyers like
- quality183
- airbrush quality92
- Value for money73
- ease of cleaning47
- ease of use47
- versatility31
- spray performance23
- enjoyment16
The small numbers are review mentions. Topics and sentiment are from Amazon’s customer-review overview.
Amazon US · Checked . Ratings may include other colors and sizes.
View source ↗03 / REVIEWS & VIDEO
See it in use.
See how it works, then read the findings behind the buying advice.
Iwata Eclipse HP.CS Spray Test & Unboxing
See broad spraying, fine lines and the cutaway handle in use. The creator describes the paint and setup in the video.
Watch on YouTube ↗Video and written sources are labeled by creator and tested scope. Manufacturer demonstrations explain use; they are not independent tests. No in-house hands-on testing is claimed.
Read 2 written sources Product scope is labeled · key findings in bold
The reviewer found the Eclipse versatile for miniature work and straightforward to maintain. They liked the range of control, while noting the missing trigger lock and cardboard storage box.
Iwata specifies a fixed paint cup, a compression-fit E3 nozzle and a quick-flush cutaway handle. This is the HP-CS airbrush; hoses and a compressor are separate purchases.
04 / COMPARE
Different priorities.
Choose the tradeoff that fits how you will use it.
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THIS GUIDEIwata Eclipse HP-CSECL4500 · gravity feed |  ALTERNATIVEIwata Neo CNN4500 · gravity feed |  ALTERNATIVEIwata Revolution CRR4500 · gravity feed | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon price | $174.00 | $69.99 | $110.00 |
| Best for | General model painting with one brush | A smaller initial airbrush purchase | General coverage with a larger nozzle |
| How it works | Fixed cup; drop-in E3 nozzle | Two removable cups; threaded N3 nozzle | Fixed cup; threaded R5 nozzle |
| Before buying | Compressor and hose are separate | Different nozzle parts and cleaning procedure | Less focused on tiny detail |
| Explore | Read buying guide →Source ↗ | Read buying guide →Source ↗ | Read buying guide →Source ↗ |
About these everyday comparisons
Approximate comparisons to familiar objects: a bank card’s 3.37-inch long edge, a Letter sheet’s 11-inch long edge, or a US nickel’s 21.21 mm diameter / 5 g weight. Water comparisons exclude the container’s weight. Capacity comparisons describe volume, not exterior size or how food fits. Reference pictures identify the object; use the labeled ratio for the comparison.
05 / PRICE HISTORY
The price over time.
Iwata Eclipse HP-CS · ECL4500 · gravity feed · Amazon US
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06 / RELATED FINDS
A few useful extras.
For the way you plan to use it.
Connect to a suitable compressor.
Iwata Braided Air Hose
The Iwata end fits the HP-CS. Check the compressor outlet against the hose’s separate compressor fitting.
Catch cleaning spray.
Iwata Universal Spray Out Pot
Rest the airbrush at the inlet and flush into the glass jar during color changes.