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Modeler#1 - I use the same thinner that is going through the airbrush with the paint, enamel - enamel,
lacquer - lacquer, etc. I don't think just spraying thinner through the airbrush when finished is sufficient for complete cleaning, a disassembly and individual parts cleaning, followed by some lube will ensure all paint is removed. That includes the needle as well. It may seem a bit much, but it really doesn't take very long and will ensure full function and long component life.
I highly recommend a look at Don's Airbrush site, really comprehensive information on all matters relating to airbrush use and care. I've been airbrushing for many years and felt comfortable with how I was caring for my equipment, I learned LOT'S 0f very valuable additional knowledge from Don's site. Some of my Badger and Paasche airbrushes are 40+ years old and work well, with good care they can last as long as you want to use them.
Let us know how you do with your brush, Patrick
For cleaning,I just use alcohol,for Vallejo,just tap water.
Forgot to add that I clean Vallejo paints with Testors Acryl thinner also.
John
I use different ones for the brand of paint. I only spray acrylics, so I can't speak to enamels or lacquers.
For all Testors Model Master I use their universal acryl cleaner. For Tamiya I use 90% IPA since I read that you can thin theirs with alcohol which I have done and it has been just fine to spray. Most folks use their thinner, but I have never had a problem with just plain IPA and it is cheaper. The only other thing I spray is Future for gloss coats and use Windex in to clean the airbursh.
Never had any issues with the airbrushes using any of these.
Yep dried paint was the problem, took it apart and gave it a extensive cleaning seems to work better now. as a side note what airbrush cleaner do you guys prefer?
On the Bench: Nothing atm
modeler#1It's a badger 150 the prices stuck is the nozzle and the pice that holds the nozzle in place.
Thats the brush I have also,If it's jammed with acrylics,then alcohol works,enamels you can soak it in thinner,it should loosen up.Take it apart and clean it well and reassemble
I have an all metal Bager and that's what works for me
What airbrush is it? Could it be old, hard, dried paint so a soak in appropriate solvent might help?
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