Iwata Revolution HP-TR2

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Information

Classification:	Airbrush
Manufacturer:	Iwata
Model:	HP-TR2
Part Number:	R 5500
Suggested Retail Price:	$288.75 USD

Specifications

Paint feed System:	Side Feed
Trigger Style:	Trigger Gun
Spray Type:	Internal Mix
Spray Range:	~0.25 mm to ~1.5 inches
Cup Size:	varies
Air Consumption:	< 0.3 cfm
Pressure Tolerance:	< 100 psi
Standard Tip Size:	0.5 mm
Optional Tip Size:	0.3 mm

Matching Rules

A good fit for the TR2 is someone with previous experience with spray guns but not so much experience with airbrushes.
Someone who can't use standard airbrushes because of a physical problem can make good candidates
Or, someone who simply wants a trigger gun.

Useful Accessories

Custom Grip Handle

Of all the accessories this is probably the most useful. It really does make the trigger gun into something you can grip like a gun instead of, in my humble opinion, a little kid picking up an airbrush and pretending to shoot people with it.
Table Top Cleaning Station
External Micro Air Control Valve

Features

Teflon Needle Packing O-Ring

Since most HP-TR2s end up in automotive shops, this is a good thing. The o-ring doesn't melt in solvents.
Ergonomic Handle

Well, you don't hold a trigger gun like a normal airbrush, so this feature goes by mostly unnoticed, except if you're trying out different grips.
Pistol Grip Moisture Filter

The Pistol Grip Moisture Filter is the next best thing for airbrushing since sliced bread. Especially if you're spraying in humid climates.
1/2 oz Gravity Side Cup

This is the cup that comes standard with this airbrush. It's big, it holds a lot of paint, but you can still operate it on just a couple of drops.
Lots of Attachments

Like all side-feed airbrushes you have a multitude of attachments to choose from. Bottles and cups galore!

Notes and Opinions:

For what it is, the HP-TR2 is an excellent airbrush.
It's never my first choice when matching people up to airbrushes but I know it's quite popular in some circles, especially once you pair it up with the Custom Grip Handle.
The big difference between the HP-TR2 and other airbrushes is the motion used to spray. If you like trigger style motion, this is a great gun for you. If your hands to do or have enough strength to do double action motion then this is also a great gun for you.
The difference between the HP-TR2 and the HP-TR1 is the nozzle size and the cup size. The TR2 comes with a .5mm tip setup and a 1/2 oz side feed cup. The TR1 comes with a .3mm tip setup and a 1/3 oz side feed cup.

Cleaning Guide Links

The HP-TR2 is a side-feed airbrush. Therefore side feed cleaning guides will work. However, make sure you follow the way the TR2 actually works instead of blindly following the guide. Once I write up a cleaning guide for the TR1 and TR2 then you can blindly follow the guide!

Outstanding/Common Problems

Tip Dry

Unfortunately EVERYBODY has to deal with tip dry if they use airbrushes. Though one of my favorite methods to eliminate tip dry is to use a slow reducer (the paint won't dry as quickly and therefore won't stick to needle as much. Otherwise you'll need to check out the How to Remove Tip Dry methods in the cleaning guide section.
Bent Needles

If you take the needle cap off to try and get finer details you WILL bend your needle tip at some point. I usually suggest a Crown Cap, except of course, that Crown Caps don't fit on Revolution airbrushes.

Try this guide if you end up bending your needle and would like to try repairing it yourself.
Clogs

Clean it! Paint dislikes being sprayed and will do it's best to punish you for your outrageous actions! But don't worry, the cleaning guides will help you through these predicaments.
Breaking the Nozzle Threads Off Inside the Airbrush

You are far stronger than the nozzle. Be gentle when twist it in and out!

Try going through these instructions to remove the broken threads if you get careless and break it anyways.