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Iwata Studio Series Smart Jet Pro compressor

Manufacturer: Iwata
UK Distributor: The Airbrush Company
UK Price: £309.00

Iwata Studio Series Smart Jet Pro compressor
Iwata Studio Series Smart Jet Pro compressor Iwata Studio Series Smart Jet Pro compressor Iwata Studio Series Smart Jet Pro compressor Iwata Studio Series Smart Jet Pro compressor
This is the updated Smart Jet Pro compressor, which is like the previous version, but with a more compact size. It features an oil-less piston motor, that are thus low maintenance and they are perfect for use with any of the Iwata airbrush range.
The Smart Technology automatically turns the compressor on when you press your airbrush trigger, providing instant air at the pressure you have set it to, and turns the compressor off again when the airbrush is not in use. The whole unit is wrapped in a metal protective case and comes with integral regulator and pressure gauge.

The smaller Smart Jet Pro's new features:
• Smaller size compressor case: L 25.7 x W 14 x H 24.1 cm (approx. excluding handle and fittings)
• Lighter Weight: 5.9kg
• Relocated air outlet
• New style of filter/regulator (the same as the Smart Jet Plus Handle-Tank compressor)

It also retains the following features:
• Low maintenance, oil-less single piston air compressor
• Quiet running 1/8 HP induction motor
• Air flow: 0.64 CFM (12 lpm) at open flow
• Working pressure from 0 psi to 35 psi
• Smart Technology automatic switching reduces running time and motor wear (30 psi on / 50 psi off)
• Protective outer case
• Cooling hose and moisture filter inside case, which remove the moisture and prevent pulsing
• Mounted pressure gauge
• Air regulator for precise air pressure adjustment
• Comes with a 3 metre (10') vinyl hose
• One 1/4 BSP outlet
• Built in airbrush holder
• On/off switch
• Voltage: 220-240V 50Hz
• Noise level: 50 decibels
• Duty cycle: 60 minutes continuous use. Then allow the motor to rest for at least 20 minutes after each cycle of continuous use.

It comes well packed in a sturdy box and inside you will find extras in the shape of airline adaptors for Aztek, Badger and Paasche, whilst the supplied line itself of course accepts Iwata airbrushes (and thus also the likes of H&S). A spare airbrush holder is also included, should you wish to screw that directly to your work surface.

Conclusion
This is an excellent compressor, that is well made and will last for years. It is not intended or suitable for those of you doing long extended periods of work (there are other compressors out there for that, although these tend to be very expensive), but for the moderate user, it will suit all your needs, and then some.
It is available for £309.00 plus P&P from The Airbrush Company, so visit them here for more details.