The NEO for Iwata CN is a versatile dual-action gravity-feed airbrush designed to provide smooth, predictable spraying at low air pressures. With straightforward controls, interchangeable paint cups and a versatile 0.35 mm needle and nozzle, it is an excellent entry point for someone learning to airbrush while remaining capable enough for a wide range of everyday hobby painting.

The NEO CN uses a 0.35 mm N3 needle and nozzle system, providing a useful balance between controlled detail and broader coverage. It is well suited to common scale modelling and miniature painting applications including base coating, camouflage, shading, highlights, weathering and general colour application.

One of the defining characteristics of the NEO Series is its ability to achieve good atomization at relatively low air pressures. Iwata recommends an optimal working range of approximately 8–20 PSI, allowing the NEO CN to work effectively with both conventional airbrush compressors and many smaller, lower-output compressor systems.

The dual-action trigger provides independent control over air and paint. Press down to begin airflow and pull back to gradually introduce paint, allowing the user to control paint volume and spray width while working.

The NEO CN includes two removable gravity-feed paint cups. The larger 7 ml / 0.24 oz cup includes a lid and provides useful capacity for general painting and mixing colours directly in the airbrush. A smaller 3 ml / 0.10 oz cup is also included for detail work, colour changes or situations where only a small quantity of paint is required.

Its gravity-feed design allows the airbrush to spray efficiently with relatively small quantities of paint, while the removable cups make it easy to choose the capacity that best suits the job.

Iwata categorizes the NEO CN as a fine-to-wide spraying airbrush within its "Effortless Coverage" range, making it particularly suitable for painters looking for a flexible general-purpose airbrush rather than a highly specialized fine-detail tool.

Features:

• Dual-action gravity-feed airbrush

• 0.35 mm N3 needle and nozzle system

• Fine-to-wide spray capability

• Screw-on nozzle design

• Designed for effective atomization at low air pressures

• Recommended working pressure of 8–20 PSI

• Removable 3 ml / 0.10 oz gravity-feed paint cup

• Removable 7 ml / 0.24 oz gravity-feed paint cup with lid

• Standard dual-action trigger control

• Standard rear handle

• Suitable for beginners through experienced hobby painters

• Ideal for scale models, miniatures, crafts and general-purpose airbrushing

The NEO for Iwata CN is an especially practical choice for someone buying their first quality airbrush. Its 0.35 mm setup offers enough versatility for most everyday hobby painting, while its low-pressure performance makes it well suited to compact compressor systems and smaller painting setups.

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