Links to compressors we talked about in this video here! California air tools smallest compressor : amzn.to/3eJg7OW A large compressor I recommend: amzn.to/3vw70aV If silence is a must but cost is not this is one of the compressors I recommend: amzn.to/3vxlyHA You can also find some Silentaire compressors at Dick Blick's here: www.dickblick.com/?AID=121176... "and disclaimer the above are affilliate links, and I may be compensated when purchasing through said links! "

@shaimaalkamali

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great video.. which should I get if I have a business for temporary tattoos?

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

@@shaimaalkamali temp tattoos are pretty low pressure, thin paints. id guess that would depend on how busy.. Portability would be a factor. and possibly hard to get electricity to some events. Have you considered using Co2?

SIR, I want to thank you... your videos have got me back into airbrushing. i use to air brush back in the late 80s i was 20 years old, and painted in Patrick Nagel style... this video helped me so much in getting a real compressor that i don't have to stop every 30 min to let it cool down... bought a Zugzwang Silent Air Compressor Oil Free 1 HP 3 Gallon, its a bit heavy but dang does it full up fast and hold plenty... thank you. looking to learn some dif techniques from your videos... Patrick Nagel was fun but I want to try something new...

I'm one of the people who just does a few Gundams here and there, so I appreciate you pointing that out right at the start. Still gave a like just for that bit of courtesy!

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

There ya go man! And yes they have a use, and as long as you are not running them hard for long periods they are very suitable. Your welcome!

Dude, I ignored your video when initially doing research on airbrush compressors, but I ended up with the same conclusion you just explained. Brilliant.

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

ive been preaching that a while.. and again i get some mad about it. Of course a small airbrush compressor is fine if your not going to run it hard. And from a portable standpoint they can be a decent part time option as well. But if your going to paint a lot... its just better to have all the air you need :)

@kentnall7071

Жыл бұрын

I’ve had a dual compressor and and 11 gal tank one, yes it’s loud but for me to use up 11 pounds to use up before it has to turn on

@John.349

8 ай бұрын

I bought a compressor without a tank then I saw your video, and the NEVEERR stuck in my head, I returned it quickly and now I have a compressor with a tank! Thanks Buddy!😊

Man I totally agree I have an airbrush compressor sitting in my attic that has been there for who knows how long after realizing the first time I used it that there was clearly not going to be enough air so I now use my 26 gallon craftsman compressor and it’s plenty for what I need. And in the near future even that will be upgraded to a 60 gallon. This is a good video for new buyers getting into air brushing.

@rosslenoir4373

Жыл бұрын

here i was about to buy an airbrush compressor when i got and 80 shop compressor in the next room. thank you

I just picked up my first airbrush compressor. I love it because the wife don't yell at me when it kicks on. I've been painting a couple decades and have bigger compressors in the shop that run anything from big spray guns to powertools. So yeah if you have no compressor, get one that has some power. But if you're all set there, Nothing wrong with throwing a buck and a half at something for your little home studio that keep your wife happy.

@TheAIRspace

7 ай бұрын

I realize this was long ago But absolutely I got some portable small compressors I can pull around for small stuff But those definitely won’t keep up with any serious volume without creating a lot of heat moisture and eventual early failure

I went to the scrap yard and pulled three (just in case) compressor units from trashed refrigerators. All three worked, and I built silent compressors with them. Used scrapped fire extinguishers/freon tanks for the air tanks. They work amazing.

This was an excellent video that helped me to make the best decision for my business, as I have read hundreds of comments regarding the frustrations of those who purchase brand-name airbrush compressors, only to find themselves frustrated by having purchased something that either constantly runs and makes noise, doesn't supply a decent amount of pressure, or lacks the features that make airbrushing enjoyable. Well done.

@TheAIRspace

10 ай бұрын

thanks! I could not do what I do with an airbrush compressor for certain.

I'm so glad I found d this video. I'm new to airbrushing and was hesitant about purchasing the air compressor. This gave me a better understanding of what I should be looking for not just in the short term but for future projects as well. I appreciate the recommendations. Thank you for sharing 😊

I just bought my second California air tool compressor after 7 years with my first one.

@TheAIRspace

Ай бұрын

7 years is a good service life!

Hello there, 2 year airbrusher here, I am here to approve everything this guy says. I started with a cheap compressor without a tank and the most annoying thing that can only happen to you is your airbrush losing pressure over time. Please don't torture yourselves like I did, buy a decent compressor 100$ is not that much of a big deal.

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

not to mention the pulsing from not having a tank. But after airbrushing for 8 years now, and doing it professionally for 3 years I have realized a lot of things i would do different if I started over knowing what I know now :)

Thanks, this helps. I have a 250 gallon compressor in the shed. I'll be researching the fittings needed to use it for my new airbrush. Just subbed up. Appreciate the valuable information 👊

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

your welcome!

Thank you! I was puzzling over this question and came across this video. Answered my questions and then some. Thank you!

I would like to thank you for the video. I had the master's airbrush air compressor in my checkout cart and almost made the purchase until I did more research. I'm definitely going to make the purchase on the Fortress "2 Gallon" because of cost and after watching back-to-back reviews on the "2 gallon" plus the discount offered through harbor freight. From the time I'm writing this, the Master Airbrush TC-40T is $149.99 plus taxes with only a 3 Liter tank. I'm just starting to get into hobby model kits and this seems to be the best bang for your buck for an air compressor at $159.99. Besides, a $10.00 difference before taxes is a major plus because of its multi-purpose use, however, if I decide air-brushing is not my thing, I still have use for this air compressor.

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly. If airbrushing don't make ya happy, you actually have something useful. I was using mine to use an air stapler on the floors last week 🙂

I purchased a tankless compressor after watching your video the DONT EVERRRRR Buy without the tank stuck in my Head I returned it an now I have one with a tank, Thanks Buddy.

@TheAIRspace

7 ай бұрын

I might have been a little too adament about the no tank.. But not if you intend to paint anything more than the smallest simple things. There is just not enough cost difference to make it a good choice. I do have a cordless compressor i've been using to play around with temp tatoos with. and as a mobile very portable solution thats ok. But I wouldn't want it as my only option.

Over the past month or two, I've spent hours and hours trying to figure out which compressor I should buy - reading reviews and blogs, watching videos, etc - but I just kept flip-flopping. After watching this video and reading reviews, I'm confidently purchasing the small California Air compressor from your storefront right now. Thank you so much!

Totally agree I got one from 20 years ago.i got a refrigerator compresser motor tied to a 5 gallon air tank regulator.

Thanks, great video! I'm a mechanical engineer, this is exactly the kind of detail i look for before purchasing, it's just usually near impossible to find ! reminds me of my early days working with general contractors whose experience with tools couldn't be replicated. long way of saying i really appreciate you sharing! its clear you know what you're talking about :-) your silentaire compressor link is broken now - googling around i see them for $760 - $1300. really cool design that they're so quiet... will probably pick up the california air tools 8 gal one you recommended. 13 dB and $100 over the no name amazon brands is really not that much for longevity. seems to check all the boxes. better than what i found on home depot. also didn't know about the fortress model - harbor freight has a handful of products that are pretty good and that looks like one... alas, california air tools is only marginally more expensive now.

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I was a plumber for many years, from residential, to service, to commercial, and a project manager in commercial plumbing a bit. So we probably speak the same language. The fortress compressors are not bad. Albeit unless you purchase the warranty the factory warranty is only 90 days. I have the 4.3 gallon quiet tech from Lowes i've been running a long time. But that came down to it being locally available to me at the time. And lowes had a 3 year guarantee. I use mine a lot more than some will, i paint a ton of canvases. with a 30x40 canvas on my easel right now. So my needs are pretty high. Silentaire compressors are very durable, but definitely you pay for them. they are not high volume pumps. the other benefit is they create a lot less moisture, since they are oil filled the motors do not really get hot. But alas not enough volume for me unless i got into a very large one. Happy Spraying!

I too thought “One of those Shock value Naysayers”, but you’re right! For a bit less money I got a 2 gallon, 120 psi, 2.5cfm, quiet 60dB compressor than can run nail gun, fill tires, light duty tools, etc. Thank you!

@TheAIRspace

5 ай бұрын

Thank you! I mean i make videos, of course I hoped people would watch it and want to grab attention. However this video was brought on by people asking me a great deal what to buy. and while there are uses for airbrush compressors people really need to take stock of what will fit their needs. At the end of the day that is really what this is about. too many companies package compressors that are too small for the tasks they sell them for. Which leads to a lot of people frustrated.

I just started airbrushing and my current and first compressor is a craftsman pancake compressor. 6 gal tank 150 psi built in regulator with gauge only add on I had to buy was an air/water filter (just in case) and i was able to get it on sale for 100 bucks (normally 150) I love it, the big tank is nice I can go 10-15 minutes of working without it having to turn on. Sure it’s a little loud but that’s not really a problem for me. It never hurts to have an air compressor that can handle bigger jobs than just running your airbrush. It’s perfect for airbrushing, but I could also fill up a car tire, or even shingle a roof with it hahah

@TheAIRspace

3 жыл бұрын

if you can handle the noise they are fine.. you cannot have "too much" air. But the quiter ones are not much more expensive now. the small one gallon portable ones are used a LOT for little trim nailers. And thats another thing i have said many times.. buying a compressor that can do more than JUST airbrushing gives newcomers a MUCH better either resale value or use if airbrushing doesnt work out for them.

A very informative video and glad I watched all the way through despite my initial scepticism!

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

while I started out making just art tutorials.. before long people asked a lot of tech advice. And one of the biggest problems people encountered were moisture issues or trying to paint bigger things with small compressors. This was obviously no hollywood polished video.. just me sharing my honest opinions :) Thanks!

I remember about 30 years ago my Dad made a compressor out of an old fride motor .

Thank you so much for this info... just what I needed to hear. Great help !

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

your very welcome!

Thanks for this video. Yah I’m in need of a bigger compressor😂. Will check our the links. Just subscribed 🤙🏽

I absolutely agree with this video... I bought a very silent and quite expensive airbrush compressor, it is great for airbrushing with up to a 0.6mm needle but not much else... and it being very silent is great and all, but my extractor fan for the paintbooth is louder than the compressor you showed as an alternative!

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

and this is the reason i made this video.. is it flashy. Nope. But as I mentioned in the video, there is nothing fun about realizing you have to upgrade your air And certainly nothing fun about waiting on one to cool off.. or deal with moisture issues because you are working it too hard. I get a bit of hate for this video from time to time. But the vast majority of people watched this and realized the same thing And came to the same conclusion I did. I run a 4.3 gallon kobalt quiet tech, and to be honest i could use even more air at times. Not for the small stuff but hobbies have a way of growing.. and the projects you want to do get larger. All the Best Bill

@patb4493

2 жыл бұрын

Could you not just add a tank? (I had a small 30l (7.5gal) which had great volume output and i ended up running a 2nd 40L/10gal tank so i could use my orbital sanders & rattleguns ect) I've since upgraded to a proper industrial compressor

@TheAIRspace

Жыл бұрын

@@patb4493 Hey Pat! Yeah i could, but as long as im space constrained. with no garage i dont plan on doing any more motorcycles and such except dabbling here and there. Ill eventually move from here but there are several things that have to happen first.

Great video, I agree, an airbrush compressor is an outdated product. I'm currently running a 2 gallon dual piston C.A.T. for painting fishing lures. I hoping to upgrade to an oil filled compressor one day.

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

unless i convert to a dual stage very large compressor. I dont even use my completely silent oil filled.. i should probably sell it. it is just collecting dust :) I still see a use for airbrush compressors if your mobile moving around a lot and doing small things.. I mean if your painting a couple lures you are ok. If your batch painting well you know what I mean :)

@blainelanahan7269

2 жыл бұрын

Can I have your silent compressor?? Pleeeease

Thank you for this information. I shit you not, I bought the same set up you linked. Solid advice.

You’re right as far as airbrush compressors go without a tank. My first compressor had no tank, it was loud and it constantly ran. Not a fun situation. I finally got one with a tank and it’s so much better and quieter. I do very little airbrushing so my compressor is perfect for what I need it for.

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

i'm really not anti "airbrush compressors" I just want people to assess their needs early on. There in the airbrush world particularly, is a segmented group. for instance ask "what airbrush should I buy" and 80% of the people will answer that question without first asking what are you wanting to do with it. I have one of those little cordless airbrush compressors here. And in most of my uses, it would never work. but they do have a place :)

My current compressor is an old (circa 1995) model 600 Jun Air, which has a small air tank - about 4 litres I think. I paid the princely sum of £60 for it pre-owned; not bad when you consider how expensive these things are new; the modern version is £1,200. It works fine, but living in the UK, in a typical UK house, space is _limited._ Really limited. I can only use it in two places: The backyard, or my bedroom. It's Winter now, so there's no prospect of using it outside again until Summer next year. I've given it a trial run to see what it's like in my bedroom, but with a footprint of about 35cm x 35xcm, not to mention it being dirty, noisy, and vibrating through the floorboards like a subway train (and Jun-Airs are considered quiet), it would be nice to have something a LOT smaller. 35cm x 35cm sounds like nothing when you've got acres of floor space, but I've got so little unused floor space, I can barely see the carpet - no exaggeration. I have to pull the heater out of the way to open my dresser. I'm sure a lot of people have the same issue; when you're living in small rooms, clutter is a diabolical enemy because you've got literally nowhere to put anything and stuff ends up getting stacked and piled on other stuff. I need x4 the space just for the stuff I already have without introducing a compressor. Also, it produces a LOT of heat, which is problematic in a small room. You can see why so many people are attracted to small-form compressors.

@darthkek1953

6 ай бұрын

UK here too, Glasgow one bedroom tenement building. I have a tiny £60 compressor and tank from Amazon and it's a pride and joy, works beautifully. But I am not doing proper large art, I'm doing miniatures. Some things are overkill. I mean, I love the size and tech of backhoe loaders, diggers, dumper trucks and all the rest of it but you don't need a fleet of them for pot plants. Honestly a trowel will do you better. But you don't want to trowel a 40 acre site! ;-)

Thank you for the video. I got a brand new Rigid 6 gallon pancake for $80 off FB marketplace after watching this video. I needed one for the garage anyway.

@TheAIRspace

Жыл бұрын

well personally i wont use a really loud compressor. I did for a while. But I love my quiet tech compressor I have been using for over 3 years now. big enough to do most anything I do art wise.. quiet enough you can talk over it.

Thank you, thank you, thank you, thankyou, and thank you. For many reasons, your time, sharing your experience. Thank you.

This is exactly the conclusion i made when looking for a compressor to run my airbrush to do some modeling. Ive got a 200 litre in the garage for spray painting so im gonna go for a quiet 6 or so litre to do my in house modeling which is cheaper than a dedicated airbrush type. Will also be handy for blowing up tyres or portable if needed elsewhere. In these situations an airbrush type would become useless.. Great advice, reassured my thoughts also... As they say always look before you leap. Thanks..

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

Yup I run a 4.3 gallon, it came in handy running an air stapler among other things as well. We will try and make the best decisions. I’m just offering my reasoning.

@GroggyGreg

2 жыл бұрын

How about just running a line from the garage to your airbrush?

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

@@GroggyGreg you wouldn't be the first.. I don't have a garage and unfortunately cannot get an approval to build one at my house, so I do what i can with the limits i have here. I have set up multiple remote air lines for airbrushing stations. Last year at an event they set up multiple remote compressors and ran lines feeding dozens of airbrush setups. Its definitely been done a lot. I am considering remote mounting a 27 gallon compressor and running a few air lines to my studio and spray area now. And I think this summer will be adding a shed so likely lines to it as well. That part may be a bit harder.

@GroggyGreg

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheAIRspace Yeah... i want a bigger compressor myself but I don’t really have a good space for it. Been thinking about setting up a “doghouse” for it in the backyard, with good insulation for sound, maybe like a couple baffles in front of the door so there is no straight line for the sound to go out... then just hope the neighbors won’t be to bothered with my new pet compressor 🤣

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

@@GroggyGreg i considered the same but i was a little worried about moisture in the winter.

Thank you so much for the video and recommendations.

my compressor with tank was 89 on amazon and i have used it every day for 2 years, it has a built in fan for long term use, i owned that fortress compressor in both 1 gallon which broke in 7 months and the 2 gallon which made it a year with daily use, i will stick to my little 89 dollar compressor thanks.

Actually California Air has reduced their prices quite a bit since the Fortress brands from Harbor Freight started to offer the same type of performance and low noise levels at a lesser price point. I bought one of the 2 HP, 2 gal aluminum tank Fortress models last year and I am not a "power" user and it works very well for my needs and I am a happy consumer having bought it on sale at only $139. At my level of use this unit should last me for many years. I do agree with your assessment to "overbuy" though as the less you stress a product with constantly running at its maximum abilities the longer the average model built for average to heavy consumer use will usually last. I have never been a fan in any way of the tankless airbrushing compressor units. If the California Air Products had of been at the same price points last year as they are today I would have bought their 8 gallon model for sure. The only difference is I would spend the extra $20 and buy the 8 gallon aluminum tank model over the steel model. It is a bit lighter and you eliminate the chance of rust forming on the inside of the air tank due to moisture.

@TheAIRspace

3 жыл бұрын

exactly. I 2ish years ago bought the kobat quiet tech twin tank (whichi chose for space savings, as well as was available locally) of course i run it some days very hard.. some not so hard. And its filled a few tires for me as well.. :) The links i tossed out are hopping off points really. there are some "off brand" killer deals on amazon... and the secret is almost all of the pumps are made from just a couple manufacturers.. and each company packages their own bundle.

Thank you! Very informative.

@TheAIRspace

3 жыл бұрын

Your welcome!

From experience, words of wisdom. Thanks!

Great video, very helpful. Thank you

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

your welcome!

The California Air Tools 8010A is the way to go. The aluminum tank is a big plus in more ways than one. Not to mention it handles a HVLP no problem.

@TheAIRspace

3 жыл бұрын

Its a great choice for certain. :)

Finally a guy who says it the way it is! Great video 👍🏻

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I mean it was one of the easiest videos I’ve made just turn on the camera and talk 😀. Yet one of m most popular. I’ve been a big advocate on this topic a long time 🙂

@NikkiKuehnemund

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheAIRspace Yeah, i hear you.. You can even use a garage compressor if you have one, so you don't have to buy a brand new compressor just for airbrushing.. Air is air right, just keep an eye on the pressure:) 😃

Great Video Bill!

@TheAIRspace

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tim!

I'm considering a compressor, I have found using an air tank much better for my needs. Something to consider.

I was going to purchase another compressor, until you showed the California 8-gallon, which I already have! Nice…

@TheAIRspace

7 ай бұрын

well you can ALWAYS purchase more gear.. I mean i have multiple compressors and well over 30 airbrushes. But yes the CAT 8 gallon is a good choice. If your wanting something a little more portable and quieter Then the slightly quiter 1 gallon CAT isnt bad. And if you already have a big compressor to handle heavy spraying you could then opt for an airbrush compressor depending on how much painting your doing. As I keep mentioning for miniatures and RC models where you are spraying just a couple of minutes at a time they are fine.

Got a makita 5.2 gallon 3hp at home depot on sale and it is great for the money , portable on wheels and puts out 6.5 cfm at 90psi … great for airbrush and small tasks

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

6.5 cfm at 90 you could in a pinch paint a car if you added an air tank. definitely would work with a mini lvlp for bike parts.

@gravydogg1

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheAIRspace yessir , i painted and did collision work for years so when I got this lil compressor I made sure it would be handy for my sata minijet !!

Silence is golden on matter where.😊

This all the right information i needed, thank you so much 👍👍👍👍👍

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Great info. Thank you.

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome!

Functionally operates just as it should kzread.infoUgkxiiMg_x4gIWeXMWfBnDdRnME4qJUAva4w holds pressure perfectly when not in use. Glad one of the other reviews pointed out that the bottom pressure release valve was open; thought it was defective at first.

This is a great little 57Db compressor. but for most hobbyiest people want to buy smaller and cheaper And that is to have a small item on the desk, As for the pro they would be doing it all day, so this is a good product for such. This has Good price for what you get.

@spudnickuk

Жыл бұрын

Update I ended up buying this CREWORKS Airbrush Compressor with 3L Air Tank, Aluminium Airbrushing Painting System with Pressure Gauge Moisture Filter&1.8m Air Hose for Model Painting For my CNC machine to give a water mist And it works great at 47 dB so I don't mind the humming noise But if used for air brush the the 3ltr tank is ideal for longer spreying and the price from Amazon is £79 What a bargain.

Hi thanks for the detailed explanation. I am on the look out for an airbrush + compressor for makeup, is getting a compressor with a tank an overkill for it? (for personal use) or do you still recommend getting one with a tank?

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

For only personal use makeup, you will have very low needs. In that niche you wont need a tanked compressor. The small pulsing wont matter since its very doubtful you would be trying to make very fine lines. Im assuming you would just be blending and toning mostly :)

I appreciate it, Ive always liked to buy the good stuff old habit

which of these two products do you recommend and why thank you very much ... Iwata Power Jet Pro (2x Sprint Power ^ ~ ^ Smart Technology ... Iwata Power Jet Plus Tubular Compressor

@TheAIRspace

3 жыл бұрын

i cant really say. I personally wouldnt buy either

It wasn't till the end of the video that i realised you weren't anti compressor, only recommending industrials over airbrush. I went through the video thinking you were going to suggest refillable tanks like converted scuba or fire tanks. The only problem is that bigger compressors are noisier and obviously take up a large space that many hobbyists dont have. I'm glad you recommend Sil Air as i have one in my sights !

@TheAIRspace

10 ай бұрын

co2 can be a great option for mobility.. and can even be a great option if your needs are relatively modest. If your doing small scale models, gunpla or such sure almost anything will work. Im not even anti "airbrush compressors" But i too often see folks quickly realize they cant go into larger scale art without upgrading. Sil Air generally will last a very very long time. they are also very heavy though. But they run cool because the oil. Of course that requires a little maintainence.

@Grid56

10 ай бұрын

@@TheAIRspace Thank you from the UK!

I have pancake 3g 170psi from Menards. Will it be too much? How much pressure you need for painting?

Fought a cheap airbrush compressor for two weeks then found this video. Upgraded to a quite run 2 gallon and never looking back.

@TheAIRspace

5 ай бұрын

Im sure you quickly realized how much less a 2 gallon with 125 psi stored kicks on about one tenth of the time as a 1 gallon storing 45.

@jeremysears9964

5 ай бұрын

@@TheAIRspace defiantly, that and zero moisture issues. I was fighting moisture from the small compressor not being able to handle long painting sessions. I went with the Kobalt Run Quite couldn’t be happier.

@TheAIRspace

5 ай бұрын

@@jeremysears9964 I have the 4.3 gallon kobalt And I have run it for I think 4 years now. And at times that's a pretty heavy load. i do a little less airbrushing than i was doing a couple years ago. It all depends on my workload. and I dabble in brush work as well. But at times im painting 6-8 hours a day, I can say 2 hours of medium volume spraying straight is way too much for an airbrush compressor to handle. I have an airbrush compressor I occasionally pull out to set on my table and do some smaller work. And if its small low psi work its fine. But definitely nothing heavy.. Now your set Only a few will need more than that 2 gallon will run.

Thank you! Illuminating

So the only reason I got an aircompresser in the first place is be because it isn't just for airbrushing, it's something I can use for pressure pots for epoxy or silicone, as well as sandblasting. Oh and a million reasons its useful for my motorbike What I'm trying to say is I agree, get a good one that has a high output and it'll be one of the most useful things to invest in if your a maker

@TheAIRspace

Жыл бұрын

The added value of a real compressor is very high. And those starting airbrushing, if they give it up, the resale on used airbrush compressors is pitiful. And those are two huge reasons i made this video. Even if someone never needs more air for their airbrushing, there is just a ton of other things it has uses for. Thanks!

Good info AND entertaining,,, Thanks,,,

@TheAIRspace

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Hey Bill what is your opinion on people using aftermarket radiators or copper pipe plumbing combined with electric fans to cool the compressed air down before it gets to the airbrush ??? I have an air filter/dryer installed on my compressor. Currently I have a 2 gallon Makita quiet series compressor , and would also like to purchase the small pistol grip that attaches right to the airbrush .

@TheAIRspace

3 жыл бұрын

well obviously in a shop setting with a large compressor folks do it all the time. I think for airbrush use.. that might be a bit overkill. of course some think me using a few dollar coiled hose is overkill. cannot remember if I mentioned it in this video.. but a coiled hose is what i use. and a moisture trap filter combo .. and I ran that like that a LONG time. since the hose is tanslucent.. you can see the water formed inside of it.. so i know it condenses in there.. I actually had to take my filter off and blow it out a couple of times.. but that was largely to me being lazy and not draining my tank every day.. heck im lucky if I remember to drain it every week. I think i should put an auto drain on mine.. THAT is probably a worthy upgrade.

Thank you!

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

you are very welcome!

I have California compressor I've had it for 3 years and it is super quiet

This is good solid advice, listen

What compressor suits you recommend for shirt and clothes painting? Also, what is the best airbrush gun to cover entire shirts smoothly

I'm on full disability and I have a 3d printer also I was thinking the same I'm going to harbor fright but you answered all my question's thank you

@TheAIRspace

Жыл бұрын

your welcome!

@douglaspearce9677

Жыл бұрын

@@TheAIRspace I had a bager...I think but it was super loud so I really didn't like it but that was pre stroke and a very long time ago

@douglaspearce9677

Жыл бұрын

Also I enjoy the game War Hammer 40 k but can't afford the minis but still love painting so I'm not sure if there's legal isues but I wouldn't think so

@TheAIRspace

Жыл бұрын

@@douglaspearce9677 noone is going to come after you for painting things for yourself.. its when you go to selling stuff issues come up. :)

To stop vibration and noise, cut an mtb inner tube up, fold to desired thickness. Happy days.

thanks bro

blimely i only brought this Gohelper Automatic Shutdown Airbrush kit i hope i can do what your doing i spent so much on felting and fur kits now i into spray painting but i guess i will up grade if i can master this painting with this air brush .

@TheAIRspace

3 жыл бұрын

you will be fine.. take it slow, get those dots and lines uneder control.. keep the airbrush clean (yeah i know im horrible about letting mine be dirty) and have fun.. after a while.. it will seem the pictures start to paint themselves!

@thefeltingcritterbarn2299

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheAIRspace your a great teacher and have a passion for what you do i can see that so do i i will master this air brush thing giving a life like pet back to someome is so rewarding .

So if I buy one of the compressors you recommend, will any airbrush pen\airbrush pen cord I buy fit perfectly into it? Thanks for sharing this info

@TheAIRspace

Жыл бұрын

over here i have a video on how to adapt to a regular compressor like this :) kzread.info/dash/bejne/nHuhpZWaaLmeibQ.html

What compressor would you recommend to use both airbrush and sprayer for doing motorcycle tanks,fenders and helmets? Also if you have recommendations on an airbrush and spray gun. I’m going to be spraying clear and base coats primers and candies. I’ll probably be buying spray ready paints.

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

For Just motorcycles and helmets. **I may earn income as an affilliate if you purchase through following links** Now with legality handled, i should probably make a dedicated video, or even a blog type post about this. If doing this regular and using spray guns, id definitely want at least the 8 gallons here. this is about the sweet spot for price and performance amzn.to/3H95H8o If budget could swing it I would look at this amzn.to/3KGXv1c Even that if you wanted to graduate to full size spray guns painting large items you would run out of air quickly. For helmets and fenders and small spot repairs the LPH80 with he e4 aircap and 1.2 nozzle is widely accepted as just about the best low cfm mini spray gun. Amazon by far has the best price on them as well. amzn.to/347HyjI Ironically i JUST purchased this gun, and you can expect a review on it shortly. I actually owned the .8 version long ago and it was stolen. At just under 300 bucks US, some think that is expensive, but only if they have not priced SATA or other high end spray guns. Of course you will need good hoses, as well as at LEAST an inline moisture filter. As for airbrushes, look at the Creos line (i just reviewed the ps289 HERE kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZJmcsI-lYJabn9Y.html And the iwata eclipse is always a favorite. With that said, i started with bikes and helmets using cheap chinese made mini guns and had not too bad results. But had a much larger stronger compressor as well. But the quality of both finish and quality of the spraygun build was not even close. If you are just getting into it and doing small volume I found spraymax 2k as well as car rep spray cans to be great for small projects if you do not do a lot of volume as for a clearcoat solution. Id have no worries using these on panels, and helmets. amzn.to/33LrVPk They are unique in that you can use like a regular spray can, come back later and use the can again til its gone, unlike the spraymax 2 k cans which need to be used up within a couple of days. Best of luck on your journey!

I have a charge air pro Devilbiss compressor that is a five horsepower 20 gallon type setting in my garage. I have some questions that I want to ask: (1.) What are your thoughts about the Charge Air Pro Devilbiss compressors? (2.) Are they a great option for all kinds of airbrushing for all types from like painting all kinds of automobiles to painting things like T-shirts, or even doing designs for like food decorations & etc......? & (3.) Is there any chance you could be able to make a video tutorial about the Charge Air Pro Devilbiss compressor 5 HP 20 GALLON TYPE? Also I subscribed to your channel & I already appreciate listening to your expertise about compressors & airbrushing equipment. I love all kinds of art & this kind of airbrushing/paint spraying/food & cake designing has always been very appealing to me especially as a person who loves art although I do have to admit that I have never ever done this kind of art work before in my life. I'm just looking to find the right airbrush equipment for the compressor that I already have but at the cheapest price possible. Keep them videos coming 😊☺️👍👍.

@TheAIRspace

3 жыл бұрын

I am not at all familiar.. however thats enough air to paint just about anything you can imagine. a couple things if you are not aware. You need to cool and dry the air. Some shops split air into two parts.. one for tires and air tools, and one for painting. the Painting air needs to be filtered. A good dryer / filter and a cooling loop of some sort or an air dryer. is best. and search DIY air dryer solutions etc. You cannot have "too much air" regardless and can easily pull off your paint lines to run an airbrush. The good news is 5 horses your set to paint with big boy spray guns when your ready. I know a few people who plumb in a line from their garage to their indoor paint area.. which means all the noise is contained in the garage. Depends on your logistics. It will be a long time before I get back to a bigger paint area, im gonna be staying where im at with no garage for 2 more years. ThenI intend to move and should be building out a nice little shop space.

@mikiejohnson7118

3 жыл бұрын

I also have another question that I forgot to ask & that is: Which airbrush air hose is the best one for the compressor that I have in my garage? Is it the 6ft, 10ft, or any other longer kind just out of curiosity? Are there any really good brands that you know of?

Wow, great video!! -- and you're so kind to take the time to offer help comment by comment here I actually ended up here because I'm an artist and am trying to figure out what kind of spray gun setup I might need to prime and paint some plywood wall sculptures I'm working on. The pieces range in size from 12" to about 48" across. If you have any recommendations, I'd love to hear them. Thanks and very much appreciated!

@TheAIRspace

Жыл бұрын

thats a really tricky question.. because it takes a lot of compressor to do large spray gun work. and if you are not getting into automotive painting or need sanders and stuff there is no need to get setup for that. If it is just wood sculptures, and waterbased paints I would lean towards an inexpensive turbine HVLP sprayer. while many would scoff at that idea, that is the tool of choice for many cabinet and furniture builders. There is a learning curve, but there is a learning curve with conventional spray equipment as well. I would say conventional is a steeper learning curve. do some research on tip size and your use case, but if you are using waterbased and house type paints with no intention on doing metal and automotive work id lean towards something like this amzn.to/40dpvQk ++as an Amazon Associate and a member of other affiliate programs, I may earn a small compensation from qualifying purchases. All opinions and recommendations are my own++.

I brought a 20 pound co2 tank and used the crap out of it. Bought it cause I work nights and didnt want to wake up the kids and wife. Silent and portable $100 and $20 to fill

Thank you so much, I really want an airbrush, even tho I want one for painting models, I still watched your whole video, because what if at some point I wanna do more, would you reccomend the spray gunner no name compressor??

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help! Spraygunner is awesome, im still not a big fan of airbrush compressors regardless of where they come from. but they are reasonably priced and comparable with other better airbrush compressors. Again it all depends on what you might want to do in the future. For instance when i started airbrushing, i was planning on stenciling some names on a project for a business of my wifes And painting a few hobby pieces... that was 8 years ago and now I make a living with my airbrush :)

@blainelanahan7269

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheAIRspace got anything laying around you might wanna part with? I'm in the market!

I had a JET AIR compressor for 10 years and did not use it much, but the tank rusted out, and you can't get a replacement tank. So, to add to your thoughts, make sure you get one with a stainless tank for aluminum tank if you can.

@TheAIRspace

2 ай бұрын

not sure size and capacity of that compressor. But you can get replacement tanks. The question comes down to is it cost effective. If you can swing an aluminum tank thats great. there are not that many of them out there Definitely not in the very small compressor sizes.

@RideShareConfessions

2 ай бұрын

@@TheAIRspace is a 1 gal. The tank is welded to the housing. I can take the pump and everything off and fit a new tank to it, but it will not fit in the case it comes in. I was thinking about welding a new tank. I use my airbrush 3 times a year for touch-ups. I have a Dewalt 200 SPI 30 gal. It is just so loud to use at night

Very glad that I bought your recommended compressor from my local mini mall for $25. I couldn't believe it. Thanks. Saved me from thinking I needed something specific for airbrushing.

@TheAIRspace

9 ай бұрын

$25 is dirt cheap for anything!

Where would I purchase a Silent Air? I didn’t see the link. Thank you for this video as I would like a good compressor and this was very helpful.

@TheAIRspace

3 жыл бұрын

sorry i swore I responded to this question. The description has some links in it.. comments are acting weird., .. Both Amazon and Blicks for silentaire compressors.

Hello Sir, I’m completely new to airbrushing, but I do know that I want to paint big canvases. I currently have a 2.5 gallon Dewalt 60 V cordless compressor. Do you think this compressor would be sufficient for what I want to do or do I need the 8 gallon California compressor?

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

Is that a cordless compressor? I really couldn't be sure. I mean air is air, and I'm positive it would run an airbrush, I just can't speak to the duty cycle and recovery rate let alone the noise.

Question- Do you have to buy a cord separately, or does it automatically come with the iwata airbrush pen?

@TheAIRspace

Жыл бұрын

some airbrushes will ship with an airbrush hose, some wont.

Question what do you think about this one? Stealth Ultra Quiet Air Compressor, 64 Decibel 4.5 Gallon Peak 1.3 HP Max 150 PSI, Oil-Free Air Pump, 3 CFM @ 90 PSI Portable Air Compressor W/Wheel for Garage, Workshop, Jobsite SAQ-1413 would that work just as well as the ones you recommended?

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

it is very nearly identical mechanically. So yes, i cant speak for their customer service. But they are built almost identically to the CAT.

I need a compressor for both air brush and pressure pot for resin casting - will I need anything extra to do both (besides the pressure pot and actual brush)?

@TheAIRspace

4 ай бұрын

well some way to split the air lines will be handy. And you will need a moisture filter/ regulator I have a video oh how to hook up the airbrush to your shop type compressor which you will be using for the pressure pot.

I wish I would have watched this video before I ordered the master eco kit-17. The compressor burned out in less than a week. 😔

I have painted plastic models in the past and used a 15 gallon portable tank that I filled with the large compressor in my garage. That worked very well for a long time but I got tired of refilling the stupid thing. Not because it ran out of air to fast, I was just lazy…lol.. anyways I eventually took the compressor out of an old RV roof air conditioner and mounted it to my tank inside of a plywood box.. A pressure switch, moisture separator and manifold was all it took. Maybe $75 invested. Of course this won’t keep up with the demand for t shirts.

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

thats how the silent compressors work basically. with refrigeration compressors. Of course now there are many more options than were avaiable even a few years ago.. of course inflation is hitting everything these days :/

My ears loves my Sil-Air compressor! 😎

@TheAIRspace

3 жыл бұрын

They are pretty cool

I appreciate your guidance on this. Switched my plan from a "kit" to getting separate components. The problem now is that the compressor seems to have a Quick Release 1/4" female and the hose is a 1/8" BSP Female. I can't seem to find an adapter to make that connection work.

@TheAIRspace

Жыл бұрын

you just need the 1/4 inch NPT to BSP adapter. There is a link in the description . And if you have a local store they should have the quick connector to NPT adapter. If you have a harbour freight they carry a hose with the adapter to NPT and the quick connector. The hose I linked SHOULD have the NPT to BSP adapter then you just need to quick connect (you can get local as well)

@TheAIRspace

Жыл бұрын

Sorry there is another video showing what you need to connect a compressor up. kzread.info/dash/bejne/nHuhpZWaaLmeibQ.html Just know I listed BSB and not BSP. But dont get hung up BSP is the right nomenclature in the US.

@notme222

Жыл бұрын

@@TheAIRspace Thanks a lot! I'll go watch that other one now.

You answered a question for me. I always wondered if I could use a stronger air compressor. I have a pancake craftsman. You think it might be okay for modeling.

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

other than it being really loud. Yes put a moisture trap and external regulator on it. To be honest I started with what i had which was a small loud air compressor. And i went a long time like that. :)

what setup would you recommend for varnish on small instruments...mandolins and ukuleles? I know big question.

@TheAIRspace

Жыл бұрын

an LPH 80 and a little bigger compressor than this.. along with a good inline filter for moisture in the lines. Even as small as those instruments are, to get a really good clear you are definitely going to want to spray. Being they are hollow body you really want to use thinner finishes that allow some flexibility.

Here in the UK I've been looking at the Bambi BB24V model. It's an oil compressor like in your vid. Would that be good enough for working on larger illustration like you mentioned for multiple hours at a time, with an Iwata HP-C & water based acrylic? Is there any worry with a 50% duty cycle, and for what I'll be using? Thanks

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

Those bambi compressors are very durable. And they can run a long time. It should be absolutely fine. Those oil filled compressors last decades usually. If you were going to do textiles at higher pressures I would say no you need more power. :)

@DscruGaming

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheAIRspaceThanks for the advice. I'll just be airbrushing with liquitex acrylic on sizes no larger than 40x30in. Think of Drew Struzan or Sorayama style illustration. Not really traditional airbrushing, but maybe more like tinting I think. Don't think I'd ever need to go over 30psi.

Well, I was lucky to get an airbrush compressor for my 0.2&0.3mm. But last Saturday I bought a PS290 0.5mm trigger type airbrush, as I understand this AB needs 3.5-4.5Bar stable pressure. From that day I'm looking for a new compressor. First I checked Airbrush compressors with a tank, I found only 1.5L and 3L variants, price 400-600 PLN (92$ - 150$), well then I searched for normal compressors and found a very good choice (no sponsoring only my opinion) Neo Tools 12K020, 12L tank, 8Bar, 10Bar max, not oil compressor. It is bigger than regular airbr. compressor but from 1 tank we will receive much more time for painting. The price for it is 650-700PLN (150$ - 162$). It might be a little louder but it won't compressing air all the time. 1-2 times per painting session (might be 1time) And the weight - 18kilos😅😅😅😅😅

@TheAIRspace

Жыл бұрын

The one I normally use is about 25 kilos I think.. 50 some odd pounds. And yeah its a lot louder than a small compressor but it does not run that much.. its not as loud as an old big pancake compressor however. so useable indoors.

Kind of mixed feelings on this video Bill. As one of your late Patreon clients I looked to you earlier in my “airbrush career” for sound advice etc. I spent a lot of good cash on my kit choices for a starter only buying the best at your guidance. That’s how I came to have two compressors. 1) my workshop air tool compressor . 2) my Iwata studio compressor . Both by the way having air tanks. I had appreciated that my Iwata would never meet my air tool needs. However neVer did I realise my workshop compressor would be able to run my airbrush. I suppose it’s common sense duh! 😳 . Oh well at least I got a back up, just wish I had put 2 and 2 together sooner

@TheAIRspace

3 жыл бұрын

I try and put out info as fast as I can 😊. I’ve not used an airbrush compressor in years

@TheAIRspace

3 жыл бұрын

Well actually I used one today, but it’s not mine !

Hi. Thanks for this video. Does this fortress compressor have the same connector for the airbrush hose or will I need an adapter? Thanks.

@TheAIRspace

Жыл бұрын

you will need the adapter from the compressor to a 1/4 inch NPT connection and then 1/4npt to 1/8 inch BSP However I strongly recomend an external regulator and hose between them. Here is a video about that :) kzread.info/dash/bejne/nHuhpZWaaLmeibQ.html Thanks!

@jjlbridge7877

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

I have a Sparmax TC-610H. And it's now sitting inside my closet as a backup. Coz now I'm using a rebranded California Air Compressor with a 25 liter tank. And I have 2. One for my airbrush set and one for my mini Hvlp Spray gun. For the price of one sparmax compressor. I got me 2 compressor with a big tank. And you right. Airbrush specific compressor are not worth it any more. I rather spend it more on a quality airbrush.

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

There ya go, the big compressor will run less and create less moisture as well.

I know this vid has been up a while but I have to ask - is that a Pro Silent compressor that Golden Depot was clearing out on eBay a few years back? Sure looks like the one I bought. Just curious how it has performed for you. I love mine, albeit it has gotten pretty light usage thus far. For what they were selling for, if I can expect it to really last, it was the steal of the century! The only thing I don't like is the pffftt it makes when it comes to pressure, but that's easy enough to overlook. Keep the vids coming, I appreciate your no nonsense approach!

@TheAIRspace

Жыл бұрын

That is a pro silent. I had an issue with a relay that was hard to find. But otherwise they are solid. Too small for what I do mostly. So I’ve never run mine long and hard. But I fully expect it to last a long time. I keep thinking I’ll sell mine off but I tend to collect more than sell off 😅

@scottkoster2015

Жыл бұрын

@@TheAIRspace I know what you mean when it comes to collecting rather than selling!😅 Thanks for the info, much appreciated.

I thought I did okay I got a kit off Amazon came with a Master airbrush that was $150 and the tank and compressor were about $89 so I think I did okay for starting out but yes I would be more useful having a longer run time without kicking in

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

as mentioned very early in the video.. they can have a place. But it is very dependant on what you want to do. its very common for people to want to progress to doing more and more and unfortunately find what they bought wont suit their needs. When you see companies packaging bottle feed airbrushes with small airbrush compressors that should be a clear warning sign they don't care if its suitable for your needs.

I need your advice if you dont mind. I recently bought a creos ps 290 bc it has a wider spray and also comes with fan cap for even more coverage ect. Bc I will be spraying ombre colors on the bottoms of wedding dresses. I'm having a hard time finding a compressor that is compatible with the creos ps 290. The creos compressors are like $500! Lol. And someone recommended the iwata jet which is $400. I was old I need a compressor with a moist trap/ regulate if I'm using an airbrush. ( new to this so dont understand all these parts. What do you recommend? Something that already had all I need for my airbrush. Hose, and all. I wont be using it every single day or hours a day. Just whenever I get a wedding dress and want to color it up. The fortress? The 8 gallon california one ? Not sure what's beat since i wont be doing it often and cant afford a super pricey one. Thanks!!!!

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

See this video. For textiles as I mentioned you are going to need a bit of power. So I HIGHLY recommend one of the CAT or similar compressors i linked in the description. The accessories will be linked in the video I am linking to here. You could for a time skip the moisture filter But it will become necessary as you go further. The 290 itself isn't crazy needy in air. However pushing paints into textiles IS going to take a bit of air. Especially doing large blends on wedding dresses. That is a lot of size to cover. If you are going to be doing this regularly, you definitely want to move up to a fairly good size compressor, like the larger 6 gallon CAT I talked about. Good news that's gonna be less than 400 bucks even with the moisture filter. Bad news is its gonna be a little bit heavy and semi loud. You will have to determine how much portability you need. and balance that with the demand you expect to place on the compressor. Ombre on a wedding dress will likely take a lot of air in comparison to most other things you would use an airbrush for.

@xxMyztikxx

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I just may go ahead and go with the CAT 8 gallon like u mentioned just In case the smaller CAT wont work well with my brush ( tho I did want to go with the smalle one). I see I'll need to get a moisture trap for it. I wont be spraying dresses all the time. Takes time to find a nice bargain for them so itll be once in awhile BUT I will be practicing in the meantime with the blending. If you wanna see what I mean, if u look up Taylor anne wedding dresses she airbrushes hers and they just look pretty cool. Tried finding and artist near me to do mine but I gave up and decided to try it myself. Use to airbrush in high school but stopped when my instructor died of cancer. So here I am. Lol. Thanks again!

Where do you get the hose? I have a binks.

Bill, please blow some paint on those orange walls! Seriously... 🤣🤣🤣

@TheAIRspace

Жыл бұрын

Oh that was long ago done. It’s all grey and white now new floors most of the house remodeled

Im looking around for a compressor to start airbrushing my 1/35 scale armour models, im not sure if a full sized all purpose compressor is overkill, I dont have a lot of room but I would like a compressor that wont inconveniance me. All I need one for is airbrushing model kits. Do you think I should stick with an airbrush compressor?

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

The biggest issue with airbrush compressors is finding a good brand at a reasonable price. Many many of the small tanked single airbrush compressors are all rebadged made basically the same. The higher quality ones like sparmax and Iwata exceed the cost of small quiet type compressors. No question an airbrush compressor will be smaller and a little quieter (although they run a lot more so that's relative) Just do some research and even looked to a used market and for your needs yes an airbrush compressor likely will do everything you need. Provided it has a tank. Bill

@leonardwhite2708

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheAIRspace Thanks for the reply mate :) Very helpful.

Who makes a great airbrush kit. Looking for quality quality quality.

Hey, I have a 200 psi Husky air compressor. Is that fine as well ? Its pretty loud but I dont mind the loud… just making sure I can use it

@BigPlayaa2

16 күн бұрын

For airbrush usage? Even if its for small work

@TheAIRspace

16 күн бұрын

@@BigPlayaa2 You will just need to Adapt to an airbrush. ANd at the least you should put a moisture filter in if you dont have an air dryer. Id personally run a line off it and use a moisture filter regulator at point of use. And one at the airbrush. I have a video about converting a compressor to the 1/8inch BSP for an airbrush

@BigPlayaa2

16 күн бұрын

@@TheAIRspaceThanks man, ill check out that video right now. So as long as I have a moisture filter ill be able to freely use the airbrush with the compressor?

@TheAIRspace

16 күн бұрын

@@BigPlayaa2 yeah there is no such thing as too much air, you would always just turn the regulator down at the compressor. But ive found having a second regulator near your work is way easier than walking back and forth to your compressor when you want to adjust things. I use a 4.5 gallon compressor set at 90 PSI for my daily work. and my second regulator gets adjusted from anywhere between 15 and 60 depending on what im working on.

Is the fortress 135 good for latex Halloween masks and t-shirts? I watched twice. Sorry if I missed. Just getting into airbrushing

@TheAIRspace

2 жыл бұрын

For t shirts.. id really suggest going a bit larger. The larger 2 gallon version would be ok for some t shirt work. Personally if I was going back into textiles id be looking at the 6 gallon cat I linked. Or the aluminum tank version if I needed to move around with it a lot.

@jaxonv2098

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheAIRspace thank you