A 10 ml bottle containing high-quality acrylic hobby paint Tamiya X-23 in the Clear Blue shade. This paint is alcohol-based, ensuring good adhesion and durability of the coating on plastic model parts.
The Tamiya X-23 Clear Blue paint is designed for precise application on plastic models, particularly those assembled from kits. Tamiya colors are also used by other model manufacturers, facilitating color matching and blending according to X- and XF- color codes.
Its specialized acrylic formula allows for painting with brushes or airbrushes, ensuring a high-quality finish and durable coating.
Surface Preparation
Before painting, surfaces should be thoroughly cleaned and de-greased. Applying a primer, such as Tamiya Surface Primer, is recommended to improve paint adhesion and achieve a lasting final effect. Painting directly on plastic may result in a weaker coating, especially when using a brush.
Brush Painting
Small surfaces can be painted with undiluted paint.
For larger areas, it is recommended to lightly dilute the paint with water for better application.
Adding Tamiya Acrylic Paint Retarder extends drying time, providing greater control over application during longer painting sessions.
Airbrushing
The paint should be thinned at a 1:1 ratio with Tamiya X-20A thinner to maintain optimal viscosity and fluidity.
This mixture ensures good flow, minimizes the risk of nozzle clogging, and reduces odor intensity.
It is recommended to use respiratory protection, such as a mask and extraction chamber.
Alternatively, stronger thinners like Lacquer Thinner or Mr. Levelling Thinner can be used for better flow, though their fumes are more intense.
Color Compatibility and Blending
Tamiya paints are compatible with colors from other manufacturers that use Tamiya color codes (X- and XF- designations). Model instructions often suggest mixing specific shades, such as XF-1:2 + XF-4:1, which means blending colors in a 2 to 1 ratio to achieve the desired hue.
