between coats

Thanks Foster and tho9900. I know if I searched long enough on the internet I would've found it. My surfing isn't so good though. The time that I have for modelling I want to use for modelling and as little on the net as I can. I figured this would be the best place to ask as there is a wealth of knowledge from people who like the hobby as I do.

I concur with all Foster said, and for acrylics which I use primarily, the same apllies. What I do is put a piece of Glad "Press and seal" over the cup if it is going to be more than 10 min or so till spraying next. after 20 minutes or so I clean.

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If you use acrylics: Don't build up the acrylic too thick, it will tend to pull up with tape, and if you use acrylics I definitely reccomend a primer. Even Krylons spray can primer lightly shot over th model improves the adhesion of the acrylic...

In general, yes, the time between "light coats" can be substantially reduced compared to multiple "normal" coats. Your specific time between coats depends greatly on the medium you're spraying. When I'm shooting Future, I'll wait 10 to 15 minutes between light coats. With MM enamels, I usually begin spraying a second light coat almost immediately following the completion of the first coat. I cannot speak to acrylic paints since I've never used them. However, with both the Future and enamels, I've never had a significant problem with the airbrush being affected by 10 to 15 minute pauses between coats. My general rule of thumb is if I'm not going to shot additional coats of any medium within 20 minutes maximum, the airbrush gets cleaned. That's just my rule and others may vary.

BTW, Welcome to the forums!!!