What should I use to dilute Jiangyu metallic paint? Summary of hot topics and solutions across the network
Recently, there has been a lot of discussion among model making enthusiasts about the dilution method of Takumi Metallic Paint. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the dilution scheme of Jiangyu metallic paint and provide a structured data reference.
1. Statistics of hot topics across the entire network (last 10 days)

| platform | Number of related topics | highest heat index |
|---|---|---|
| Baidu Tieba | 128 | 85.6 |
| Zhihu | 42 | 92.3 |
| Station B | 36 | 78.2 |
| 29 | 65.4 |
2. Recommended dilution scheme of Jiangyu metallic paint
According to the practical summary of model making experts and senior players, there are mainly the following methods for diluting metallic paint:
| Thinner type | Proportion recommendations | Applicable scenarios | Advantages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special thinner for craftsmanship | 1:1-1:1.5 | Conventional spraying | Best compatibility |
| Tamiya X-20A | 1:1.2 | Fine spraying | Good liquidity |
| Mr. Leveling Thinner | 1:1 | special effects | Quick drying |
| Anhydrous ethanol | 1:1.5 | emergency use | Affordable |
3. Answers to popular questions
1.Why is it recommended to use special thinner?
The formula of the special thinner is optimized to maintain the uniformity of particle distribution of metallic paint to the greatest extent and avoid precipitation or aggregation of metal particles.
2.What are the effects of different dilution ratios?
The lower ratio (1:0.8) is suitable for pen painting, the medium ratio (1:1) is suitable for ordinary spraying, and the higher ratio (1:1.5) is suitable for occasions with high atomization effect requirements.
3.How to judge whether the dilution is in place?
The ideal state is that the paint liquid can flow down from the stirring rod smoothly, forming a continuous thin line, and it can be completely leveled within 10 seconds.
4. Sharing of user practice cases
| User ID | Usage plan | Effect evaluation |
|---|---|---|
| Model enthusiast A | Craftsman Diluent 1:1.2 | Excellent metallic texture and smooth spraying |
| Painting expert B | Tamiya X-20A 1:1 | Moderate drying speed and good detail performance |
| DIY player C | Absolute ethanol 1:1.5 | Affordable, but requires more spraying skills |
5. Things to note
1. Be sure to stir the paint liquid thoroughly before use to ensure that the metal particles are evenly distributed.
2. There may be slight differences between different batches of paint. It is recommended to test on a small scale first.
3. The spraying pressure is recommended to be controlled between 15-20psi.
4. Clean the airbrush promptly after use to avoid clogging with metal particles.
6. Summary
Based on discussions across the Internet and user practices, the best dilution scheme for Jiangyu metallic paint is to useOriginal factory special diluent, the ratio is controlled between 1:1 and 1:1.2. For users looking for special effects or on a limited budget, Tamiya or Gunshi thinners may also be considered. No matter which option you choose, you must pay attention to the operating specifications to obtain the ideal metallic paint effect.
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