If I were to use this compressor for airbrushing, what else would I need to purchase? (ex. hose, filter/water trap, etc)
752511
Harbor Freight is definitely the way to go for air related equipment. The compressor comes with nothing, except a power cord.
752512
All you get is the compressor. Your question is not specific to a particular model and you may find better answers elsewhere.
752513
I don't have enough experience with air brushing to give an adequate response as to a materials/tools and equipment list, however I would recommend googling your question. Also, a highly rated begginger airbrush book is a good place to start.
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all you get is the compressor, i don't know a lot about airbrushing but, seems like itwould be great for that type of work.you would have to buy all the extras also. hose, filter...
752515
You would definitely need to remove the moisture/contaminants from the compressed air. I typically don't run a large trap on these small compressors unless I run them outdoors or in areas of high humidity/moisture and also drain any water after ~5 hours of use. Harbor Freight carries Inline Desiccant Dryer/Filter for the cheapest and they worked so far for me regardless of its ratings. It removes the moisture however has a huge pressure drop by the time it reaches the end of your nozzle. However since airbrushing requires little psi (10 Psi), it shouldn't be a problem. The items I would buy is listed below: Inline Desiccant Filter and the fittings so you and easily disconnect/connect to your air lines. Flexible air brush hosing, I would assume the regular air hose would make it difficult to maneuver not to mention will fatigue your arm quicker. Various fittings to adapt the hoses/filter together.
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I'm not sure I would buy a compressor for one job: they're not cheap. But if it's a big shed, and you have other future stuff in mind, OK. I would think you need a compressor that will do 2-3 scfm at 90 psi. The gun needs 80 psi or so but doesn't use much air in normal use. Depending on compressor type (oil or oil-free) you will probably need a small filter as well, not expensive. And hose fittings. All on Amazon. I spray wood finishes as well, and have a Makita 4.5 cfm, highly recommended, but more than you need.
83904
Good compressor for painting, you can adjust the pressure for different paints. I used mine to prime and paint all the exposed rafters in a catheral ceiling before I put them up. Might need a water separatot to paint cars.
936068
The Belloccio compressor comes with the hose. You must purchase your skin-toned make-up. Basically when you purchase the airbrush machine you have to purchase the compressor and make-up. I do not recommend purchasing alternative compressor for the airbrush machine because it may not be compatible or give you the outcome that you desire. Hope I was helpful.
2096322
Lisa, a two or 3 gallon pancake compressor will suit this gun fine. I'm currently using a 27 gallon,(my only compressor I own) and it's complete overkill. This gun doesn't use much air at all. Good like with your purchase David
2157590
yes you can ,air compressor is better . because you can regulate air to the air brush
1194104
My compressor is a 21gal. Unit and the line stays pretty dry. The adj regulator on the comp. works well and needs to . I blow out all debri and use 4 or 5 drops of lube per every couple hrs. Use, keep the air adjusted as needed for the size and type of nails. The Hitachi works well , but a water filter is not very costly. Type of use and care is always important.
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I don't know the answer to this question. it would depend on what your access to the water lines is. If its a normal spigot then you would want a short piece of hose with a female water fitting on one end and a pressure fit closure on the other end that you could push a normal air fitting for the air compressor. I have a nice inexpensive air fitting that has a metal tube about 1/4" in diameter that is the blower end. You could get a rubber cork to plug the hose and drill a hole that would allow you to insert the air blower tube. A lot of air blower tools are cast parts with out a nice round tube at the business end.
248980
Standard air hose quick connect works. Any compressor supply company carries it. Home Depot even has the quick connect fitting for it.
1499695
The compressor has worked well with the pneumatic tools. I found it on sale later at Lowes.
142370
you need to get a bigger compressor. To run those type of air tools I would suggest at least 33 gal for constant pressure.
1079873
The air compressor is a must. My husband has one, which I believe he bought at Sears. This thing is really big!
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I don't know anything about what is needed for model painting. However, the unit can be set down to as low as 15 psi output, or as high as 200 psi. I use it primarily for various tires and blowing dust and dirt out of my garage & hangars. I like it because it is really quiet, portable, and well made.
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any cheap 1 galon compressor will do, but if you want later to upgrade I WILL said get at lease a 2 gallon unit
344641
No, you will need an air compressor, with pressure regulator, filter and moisture trap.
82070
It's no trouble at all. I give it a quick cleaning with water and then a small amount of airbrush cleaner after each use. This process takes about a minuter and I am ready to go again. I do a deeper cleaning following the completion of a project. Hope this helps, I have had no problems with the airbrush or compressor.
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Nope, nothing. Wouldn't you think it would? Anyway, great little compressor. Just plan a trip or two to the hardware store before you can actually use it.