Air tank for air brush?
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dogcatcher
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I have some that Harbor Freight used to sell, one has WD40 in it, I buy the WD40 by the gallon and refill the canister as needed. Another I keep ATF in for when I am drilling acrylic. Never tried to paint with one of them, because I have an air brush set up.
I looked on their website, HF no longer sells them.
I looked on their website, HF no longer sells them.
Woodchipper
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I have everything but need an adapter to go from my compressor to the airbrush hose. Where can I get one? Thought this might take the place of the compressor as it would be more portable.
jttheclockman
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Seems awful small Depending on how much you are using it. A small air compressor is the way to go. They are super quiet and never run out of air in the middle of a job. You will need a filter as well as a pressure gauge. It has been done but not by me. I use a compressor.
Woodchipper
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Compressor is out of the budget right now. Thanks for the info. I think that HF has a compressor- will check price and reviews.
Curly
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Would be better off with one of the portable air tanks. Then you have a decent amount of air for airbrushing.
https://www.harborfreight.com/11-gallon-portable-air-tank-65595.html
https://www.harborfreight.com/5-gallon-portable-air-tank-65594.html
https://www.harborfreight.com/7-gallon-aluminum-air-tank-94801.html
https://www.harborfreight.com/11-gallon-portable-air-tank-65595.html
https://www.harborfreight.com/5-gallon-portable-air-tank-65594.html
https://www.harborfreight.com/7-gallon-aluminum-air-tank-94801.html
dogcatcher
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I saw the HF compressors yesterday, figure on $70 to $90 for their mini air brush rig. I would step up to at least a small pancake size, they were a little cheaper. The small tank on a pancake will not cycle continuously like the air brush compressor.
stonepecker
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I have used an air tank for filling car tires. simple quick connections. Enough air to run an air brush all day. Free air from the gas stations.
I also have several compressors. When I want quiet, I use the tank. simple way to go and easy on the budget.
I also have several compressors. When I want quiet, I use the tank. simple way to go and easy on the budget.
Woodchipper
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Still need an adapter for 1/8-1/4 for the AB hose. Have a compressor so I don't think I need the tank.
Here is an option for fittings...
https://www.amazon.com/KKmoon-Profe...*R*I*D*=*M*3*G*M*5*1*W*G*B*8*A*A*5*F*W*K*8P8S
https://www.amazon.com/KKmoon-Profe...*R*I*D*=*M*3*G*M*5*1*W*G*B*8*A*A*5*F*W*K*8P8S
dogcatcher
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If your town is big enough, grab the 2 parts that you need to connect and go to the local hardware store, Ace or True Value or a non chain if you have one. They should be able to fix you up. Or check a local air compressor repair shop.
There is not that much pressure used with an air brush, you rig it up by using mix and match with hose sizes and wire clamps. I have done similar by wrapping tape on the small piece until it was the size of the large hole and the inserted it and clamped it down.
There is not that much pressure used with an air brush, you rig it up by using mix and match with hose sizes and wire clamps. I have done similar by wrapping tape on the small piece until it was the size of the large hole and the inserted it and clamped it down.
Woodchipper
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One end is the 1/4 fitting on the compressor hose and the other end is the 1/8 fitting for the air brush hose. Both ends of the adapter would be male. If I had male and female fittings, I could raise my own litter.
Wouldn't need all those with the Amazon kit.
Wouldn't need all those with the Amazon kit.
Curly
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dogcatcher
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I would get a 1/4" fitting with a 1/8 barb fitting on the other end, Cut the 1/8 fitting off of the sprayer hose and stick the barb in it and use a clamp to hold it in place.
Then I would add a quick disconnect between the 2 hoses.
Then I would add a quick disconnect between the 2 hoses.
Woodchipper
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Curly, that's it. I have some relatives that buy a lot from Amazon. Will get them to order it with some other things I need.
Dogcatcher, I've done what you suggest and had it come back to haunt me later when I needed the original setup. Thanks.
Dogcatcher, I've done what you suggest and had it come back to haunt me later when I needed the original setup. Thanks.
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Curly
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If you have a place of some kind in town that has hydraulic fittings and hoses they may have the fitting or pieces to make the equivalent. Take the air brush with you because the hoes fitting may not be npt, it might be metric. If they can't help you then order off the web.
Bob in SF
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Hi John - Here's another reliable adapter (and general airbrush-related) source:
https://www.midwestairbrush.com/aihoad.html
Wrap your connections with teflon tape for best pneumatic seal - same website, here:
https://www.midwestairbrush.com/iwteta1x26.html
Have fun!
- Bob
https://www.midwestairbrush.com/aihoad.html
Wrap your connections with teflon tape for best pneumatic seal - same website, here:
https://www.midwestairbrush.com/iwteta1x26.html
Have fun!
- Bob
Woodchipper
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Bob, Teflon tape is a must for hose connections. Thanks for the links.
BTW, was in SF several years ago in June. Chilly while Modesto was in the 90s.
BTW, was in SF several years ago in June. Chilly while Modesto was in the 90s.
First, remember that there are generally 2 different airbrush threads... Paasche, and everything else.
Second, I bought my airbrush compressor on ebay for about $40 shipped. They can be found cheaper. Most of the "economy" compressors are all from the same Chinese factory, and branded differently. Mine's been getting quite a bit of use in the last 6-ish months, and still works perfectly, after I re-sealed all the connections. I don't know your budget, but between changing colors, testing spray patterns, cleaning etc, I think you'll be refilling that little canister a LOT.
I bought something almost identical to this. Search for "used", and you'll find PLENTY of new/open box deals. Save yourself a headache.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/OPEN-BOX-T...k:4:pf:1&LH_ItemCondition=3000&frcectupt=true
Second, I bought my airbrush compressor on ebay for about $40 shipped. They can be found cheaper. Most of the "economy" compressors are all from the same Chinese factory, and branded differently. Mine's been getting quite a bit of use in the last 6-ish months, and still works perfectly, after I re-sealed all the connections. I don't know your budget, but between changing colors, testing spray patterns, cleaning etc, I think you'll be refilling that little canister a LOT.
I bought something almost identical to this. Search for "used", and you'll find PLENTY of new/open box deals. Save yourself a headache.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/OPEN-BOX-T...k:4:pf:1&LH_ItemCondition=3000&frcectupt=true
Woodchipper
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MiteyF, I could use the tank or hook directly to the compressor.
I guess if you can hook directly to the compressor, I just don't see the point in a low capacity air tank. Also, with an air brush you'll want a very specific pressure, which means you'll need a regulator on the tank. Add that to the cost as well.
Woodchipper
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I agree. Just need to find the adapter. Amazon had several hoses with the adapter. Just my luck, I got a hose without the adapter. Regulator should be available at several places here. Any recommendations as to brand?
Woodchipper
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Just bit the bullet and used some of my birthday money to order a Master TC-20 compressor from TCP Global. Decent reviews and two year warranty. Another iron in the fire!