I know how to adjust the air pressure on my tank, but I do not know what to set it to! I was hoping to get that info but it looks some comments have addressed it- it depends.
It does depend on your own personal preference. We are all a little bit different in that realm. A good starting point is somewhere in the range of 25 to 30 psi though. I'm generally at about 25 psi for most of what I do.
Thanks Trevor for the tip..what is a good way to pick the pressure you need when using say a .20 needle vs a .35 needle? etc? You have been a big help!!! Injoy your channel!!!
Great question Richard. It also happens to be the number one question I get asked as an airbrush artist and instructor. Unfortunately, there isn't a great answer. There are so many factors involved that it is impossible to suggest a setting that is guaranteed to work flawlessly. Generally, you can use a lower pressure with a smaller needle and nozzle set (and proper paint reduction) than you can with a larger needle and nozzle set. Again, that is general advice. I know of artists that spray in single digit psi settings with a .05 mm siphon feed airbrush. In the end, it takes some experimentation on your part to find what works best for you. I plan to make a follow-up video to this one addressing this very question a little more thoroughly. That video should be uploaded in the next week or two.
Hi Trev Still watching. Good to show the pressure drop when you press the trigger. I always set the pressure with the trigger down, same as i would with a spray gun. Most companies reccomend a pressure to spray at but it is an at the gun pressure not at the compressor. It is a great place to start. You can get a guage that goes between your air line and spray gun which gives you at the gun pressure but it is always with the trigger pressed so the air flows freely. After many years of painting I mainly go feel now. You just know what is right. As with all painting be it automotive or airbrush just use whatever gives you the easiest control and your best results. You might need to play a bit with reduction or air pressure, but it's worth it. Keep up the tutorials. Looking forward to the next eagle upload. Guy
Hi Guy. I'm glad to still have you! I go by feel too when it comes to setting air pressure. It's surprising to me how many people don't realize the air needs to be flowing when they set their pressure though and that's why I thought it'd make a good topic for a video. I'll upload part three of the eagle this weekend.
Again great advice for the beginners. I would like to add that I adjust my air pressure to different colors as well , I spray white at a lower pressure because I tend to reduce it more .by doing that I reduce the amount of tip dry
You'll generally need to set the regulator after the compressor has been turned on and the tank has at least some air in it (depending on your particular compressor), otherwise there is no pressure in the system. Some pressure is required to set the regulator accurately (not to mention it's more accurate to set the regulator while consuming air from the system like I mention and demonstrate in the video which may require the compressor to be on). The regulator adjustment knob normally has a lock on it as well. You likely need to pull up on the knob to unlock it before you adjust your pressure setting. Remember to push it back down to lock the knob back in place once you're happy with the setting. Keeping the knob locked will prevent you from inadvertently changing the pressure setting. Does that make sense?
Thank you! I was curious as to whether it was set with the airbrush open or closed. I've been doing it with the airbrush open, so I've been doing it the right way. Thanks!
Yes, thanks, I made that mistake. I was thinking my compressor was broken. It didn't help everything else was leaking because they were new and might have gaskets missing, or need cleaning.
Great vid, with my compressor, it doesn't kick in until way below my working pressure, if i set my working pressure to say 25psi the compressor wont recharge the tank until its completely empty, is that normal? Thanks
I don't know what compressor you have but that is not normal based on my experience with every compressor I have ever owned. It should recharge before the tank is empty. You likely need to replace the pressure switch.
I had been having all kinds of trouble with my compressor prior to stumbling across this video; the equipment I got didn't show this, and for some reason none of the other videos I watched pointed out what you show here. I won't tell you what I was doing to be able to operate; suffice to say it was ugly - and I thought I was dealing with a broken compressor/regulator. This short little video helped me fix my problem quickly and correctly, letting me finally start to use my brushes properly - beginning with practice. Thank you *so* much for offering this how-to! ^_^
Dude!! Best video I've seen so far, and I've watched several. I'm new to understanding, not new to using the air compressor I've acquired. Ask I've been doing was turning it on and using it, thinking I knew how to set the psi, butt I was using the wedding gauge for that! Now I think I have a better understanding of how to set the PSI for a tool that requires a certain number, which hopefully in turn will make my projects more efficient and definitely more importantly safer. Just bought a spray gun and want to learn how to use it properly. Thanks so much!!
I can't get max pressure to my regulator. The tank shows 150 psi (the left side of the shutoff) however the regulator only builds up to about 90 lb. I put a new regulator on and it's doing the same thing. I'm guessing there's something wrong with the shut off. Any ideas? Maybe I'll just come out the other side of the shutoff with my hose since that side shows the higher PSI.
Most regulators are preset to a maximum air pressure from the factory. 90 psi is more than enough for airbrushing. I'm curious why you need more pressure?
Hi Tim! Paint spidering is generally caused by thinning your paint too much, setting your air pressure too high or a combination of the two. It takes some practice to find a combination that works well for you.
gonna try this tomorrow on my promaster, it kept kicking back or stopping abruptly when i would airbrush and it pissed me off and i put it away bc the instructions didnt make sense. i am gonna try tomorrow and hopefully it works!! thanks for a great vid!
This is a great replacement for my old regulator/oiler that started leaking It came with brass nipples that saved me a trip to the hardware store and even came with teflon tape.
I bought a cheap air pressure regulator with a water separator. But how do I know which opening is the air inlet and which one is the air outlet? I tcame with no instructions. Yes, I’m a newbie.
Hi Ken. I apologize for the late reply. Most regulators will have an arrow molded into the plastic body near one of the fittings or on the back side that shows you which way the air is supposed to flow.
I use a Silentaire Val-Air 50-T-Air compressor in my studio. It's also known as the Terry Hill model. It's expensive, but you'll never need to purchase another compressor to run your airbrushes. I highly recommend it.
I have a linear compressor with no tank so it runs “always on”. I can set my pressure when the trigger is depressed no problem but once the trigger is released the pressure builds up again to max level. When I depress the trigger again, there’s an initial burst of higher pressure air as the needle drops to my desired level. Should I be counting on that at all times before releasing paint by pulling back on the trigger for paint?
What is max level on your compressor? A slight increase in pressure is completely normal when there's no air flowing out of the brush (as shown in the video). If the increase is significant, there may be something wrong, or perhaps that's normal for a linear driven compressor...? I'm not very familiar with those compressors.
Wicked Art Airbrush Studio Max that my compressor’s gauge reads is 0.2 MPa (29 PSI) and when I’m not depressing the trigger the needle is buried higher than that. With my 0.2mm airbrush’s trigger depressed the needle then falls to the max flow of 0.16MPa (23.20 PSI)
That really depends on your particular set up. It doesn't hurt to have one installed, but it's not always necessary either. If condensation is finding its way through your air line, into your airbrush and onto your canvas, you should use a moisture trap at minimum.
Nice 1 mate had mine some time now and only now as I'm intending on s9raying my motorcycle wheels using 2k primers/clear . I wanted to know what's shat as its more important..you explained well . Mine us not high spec but its fine and recently changed its oil. 2 dials left and right with dial knob at centre so 1 on right stays around 7/8 bar . So that's the tank pressure right? The 2 9utoet ports will be the same as the dial on the left ? I.e. say 2 bar Ty
The process is the same if you're not using a regulator on your gun. If you have a regulator on your gun, use it to set your spray pressure while the trigger is pulled. You'll also want to set your air compressor regulator to a normal "air tool" pressure... anywhere from 90 psi or higher depending on your shop setup.
Stupid question... Can a regulator like that malfunction and not work..? I bough a regulator for my compressor and the knob does NOTHING. The pressure just drops and drops and drops very slowly when i press the trigger but i cant adjust the working pressure what so ever. Should i take it back to the shop and get a new one or is there no way that think malfunctions...? Thanks in advance:/
There are no stupid questions. You don't know what you don't know. Yes, a regulator is a mechanical device that can absolutely malfunction or stop working properly. Having said that, are you aware that for most air regulators you need to pull the knob up before turning it in order to adjust the air pressure? When the knob is pushed down it will turn, but it won't actually adjust anything (it's a safety feature to keep from accidently bumping the setting one way or the other I would assume). If the knob is in the unlocked position when you're trying to adjust your pressure and it does nothing, I would definitely return it for another unit.
@@wickedartstudio Thanks for taking the time to answer.. I'm repairing my car, It's the first time I ever do that kind of thing and I couldn't figure out what was not working properly. Today I took the regulator back, got a new one and it works like a charm. Of course I was aware of pushing and pulling the safety knob but it was obviously a defective one. So, no more excuses. Applying the paint and clear coat on Tuesday when it's going to be warm and sunny here in Greece. I've put so much work on sanding, filling, sanding, priming, sanding, sanding, sanding and now it all comes down to this. I'm feeling confident. Thanks again so much for the help.
@@scardelta You bet! I'm glad to help when I can. The foundation and all of the prep work is what really makes a good paint job. It sounds like you've put in the work. I'm sure your efforts will show in the final result!
I am still working on the Eagle picture and my air pressure is about 15Lbs, but I am still getting big splatters, I am using an Iwata H P C+ and I have cleaned the airbrush and thickened up the paint, maybe my needle is bent, or a gasket has blown.
A bent needle will create an abnormal spray pattern, but it doesn't cause big splatters in my experience. I highly doubt a blown gasket is the cause of the issue either. You could be experiencing tip dry. Be sure you are cleaning dried paint off the tip of your needle frequently. The air pressure and the paint reduction you choose to use is completely up to each individual artist. There are so many factors that affect both, the environment (temperature, humidity, etc.), the airbrush brand and needle size and brand of paint just to name a few. All of those factors make it nearly impossible to diagnose the root cause of the issue via the internet. Generally speaking, a smaller needle/nozzle set can be run at lower air pressure, but the paint must be reduced very thin as well. A larger needle/nozzle set usually runs better at higher air pressure and the paint doesn't need to be reduced as thin. Again, your environment will affect all of this to some degree. The HP C+ has a .3 mm needle and nozzle. For a needle/nozzle that size I personally prefer to run somewhere in the range of 20 to 30 psi (most of the time I'm on the lower end of that, around 20 to 25 psi). You might try raising your air pressure slightly and you'll have to play with the paint reduction to find what works for you. I will put together a more thorough video covering all of this in the next week or two. Hopefully, the above advice will help you out until then. If you have further questions please don't hesitate to ask!
Thank you for that information, I thought I was running a smaller needle, therefore, I can try another needle or airbrush, I was told that the Iwata was for fine detail, I am not a young man anymore, I am 70 and my hand shakes too. I did try changing air pressure, but it didn't help much I can google it, so Thanks again.
Hi Mate. Just try going from 100% reducer to 100% paint. You will find a place that you like to paint with. If you are getting slpatters over reduce your paint or increase the pressurre. Personnally i would over reduce the paint and adjust the the pressure till i found a mixture that works for me. Hope that helps. Guy
I'm a car guy, trying to figure out calibration for sensitive EVAP smoke testing psi limitations - your explanation of how "under draw" affects matters was most helpful - kudos to you, sir!
As someone using an airbrush for miniature painting, something that hasn't been really explained has been setting PSI while running the air- that actually helps a LOT. Thanks!
Thank you ! I was looking for explanation about the correct use of an Airbrush ... and you gave it to me ! Thanks a lot once again, very useful and to the point video. Thumbs Up !
Some of the smaller air compressors don't come with adjustable regulators. You can probably purchase an adjustable regulator to replace your existing one, or purchase a MAC valve you can attach to the end of your air hose where it connects to your brush . The MAC valve doesn't have a gauge. Adjustment with a MAC valve won't be as precise without a gauge, but at least you'd have some adjustability with air pressure. Thanks for the kind words!
Super helpful video. Thanks for putting this up. I was trying a paint project and was having problems with spattering. I think the pressure was too low. I'll set the pressure to a proper level and give it another try. This was something really important that I had no knowledge about.
The title and thumbnail do not suggest this video contains information about setting air pressure for the airbrush to function properly either. It suggests how to properly set your air pressure using a regulator. The airbrush doesn't care what the pressure is set at. It functions regardless. The artist determines if the pressure setting is suitable for their intended purpose.
Hey thanks for the video! I just bought myself a small compressor and have no clue how to set it up or work it, but thanks to you I'm on my way! I appreciate you!
Thank you. For what it's worth, I believe the issue has been resolved. I've had five various sized bottles of 4030, two of which have been opened, for more than a year now and they are all still good.
Hey, thanks for the video! One question I have - After setting my pressure I notice the regular gauge shows a big difference between static and working air pressure. I.e. I set my pressure to 25psi while air is flowing, but as soon as I release the trigger the gauge jumps up to 55psi, then back down to 25psi when I press the trigger. I also notice that the gauge seems to show a different static value (no airflow) depending on how full the tank is. So it shows around 55psi when full (Max pressure of compressor), and will drop down to about 40 psi while using, at which point the compressor kicks in and starts refilling the tank. Is that normal? For reference, this is a simple cheap mini airbrush compressor + tank with a single in-line regulator gauge / moisture trap.
A difference in static and working pressure is normal. I have also seen slight static pressure changes based on how much pressure is in the tank. I have never noticed a pressure swing of more than 5 or 10 psi with my set up. I would guess the reason you're seeing a bigger difference is due to it being a "simple cheap mini airbrush compressor". The manufacturer likely used a very cheap regulator/moisture trap in order to keep the cost down. It's probably not super accurate, but I wouldn't worry about it if it's not causing you any issues.
@@wickedartstudio Great, thanks for your reply! I can confirm that there are no ‘issues’ so to speak. So I’ll just leave it at that for now, and accept this as the result of buying the cheapest compressor money can buy.
To the point. Simple for beginners to understand. Which is a problem with mostly younger people. Set up, is the most important part of any project. Doing the proper set up not only assures that you have everything you need and set properly. But it insures safety for a good learning experience and quality workmanship. Thank you for a great video. Mad Mike
Wow this is a game changer! I have been setting my air pressure wrong this whole time. Thank you.
Glad to help!
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As in just beginning to learn how to airbrush...haven’t blown anything but air yet...this was a very helpful video. Thank you very much.
Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a comment!
I know how to adjust the air pressure on my tank, but I do not know what to set it to! I was hoping to get that info but it looks some comments have addressed it- it depends.
It does depend on your own personal preference. We are all a little bit different in that realm. A good starting point is somewhere in the range of 25 to 30 psi though. I'm generally at about 25 psi for most of what I do.
Why regulator did not work in india 😂
Thanks Trevor for the tip..what is a good way to pick the pressure you need when using say a .20 needle vs a .35 needle? etc?
You have been a big help!!!
Injoy your channel!!!
Great question Richard. It also happens to be the number one question I get asked as an airbrush artist and instructor. Unfortunately, there isn't a great answer. There are so many factors involved that it is impossible to suggest a setting that is guaranteed to work flawlessly. Generally, you can use a lower pressure with a smaller needle and nozzle set (and proper paint reduction) than you can with a larger needle and nozzle set. Again, that is general advice. I know of artists that spray in single digit psi settings with a .05 mm siphon feed airbrush. In the end, it takes some experimentation on your part to find what works best for you. I plan to make a follow-up video to this one addressing this very question a little more thoroughly. That video should be uploaded in the next week or two.
Thanks Trevor for your time was wondering? I usually try different different pressure & paint reducer combos
already hit the thumbs up button ..... now gonna hit the subscribe button thanks again
I appreciate the support! Thank you my friend!
Looked high and low for a good description of how to adjust psi on an air compressor. This video is definitely the best. Thank you!
Thank you!
Great tip this was something i didn't know thank you.
I'm glad it helped you out!
Great advice, really enjoy learning from you videos. Keep em coming 👍🏻
Thanks, will do!
Hi Trev
Still watching.
Good to show the pressure drop when you press the trigger. I always set the pressure with the trigger down, same as i would with a spray gun. Most companies reccomend a pressure to spray at but it is an at the gun pressure not at the compressor. It is a great place to start. You can get a guage that goes between your air line and spray gun which gives you at the gun pressure but it is always with the trigger pressed so the air flows freely. After many years of painting I mainly go feel now. You just know what is right. As with all painting be it automotive or airbrush just use whatever gives you the easiest control and your best results. You might need to play a bit with reduction or air pressure, but it's worth it.
Keep up the tutorials.
Looking forward to the next eagle upload.
Guy
Hi Guy. I'm glad to still have you! I go by feel too when it comes to setting air pressure. It's surprising to me how many people don't realize the air needs to be flowing when they set their pressure though and that's why I thought it'd make a good topic for a video. I'll upload part three of the eagle this weekend.
Again great advice for the beginners. I would like to add that I adjust my air pressure to different colors as well , I spray white at a lower pressure because I tend to reduce it more .by doing that I reduce the amount of tip dry
Thanks for the kind words and the additional tip Adam!
Did u set the regulator while the compressor is off or not? Why is the arrow of my regulator gauge not moving when I'm turning it.?
You'll generally need to set the regulator after the compressor has been turned on and the tank has at least some air in it (depending on your particular compressor), otherwise there is no pressure in the system. Some pressure is required to set the regulator accurately (not to mention it's more accurate to set the regulator while consuming air from the system like I mention and demonstrate in the video which may require the compressor to be on).
The regulator adjustment knob normally has a lock on it as well. You likely need to pull up on the knob to unlock it before you adjust your pressure setting. Remember to push it back down to lock the knob back in place once you're happy with the setting. Keeping the knob locked will prevent you from inadvertently changing the pressure setting. Does that make sense?
Thank you! I was curious as to whether it was set with the airbrush open or closed. I've been doing it with the airbrush open, so I've been doing it the right way. Thanks!
Glad I could help!
Yes, thanks, I made that mistake. I was thinking my compressor was broken. It didn't help everything else was leaking because they were new and might have gaskets missing, or need cleaning.
Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a comment!
Great vid, with my compressor, it doesn't kick in until way below my working pressure, if i set my working pressure to say 25psi the compressor wont recharge the tank until its completely empty, is that normal? Thanks
I don't know what compressor you have but that is not normal based on my experience with every compressor I have ever owned. It should recharge before the tank is empty. You likely need to replace the pressure switch.
I had been having all kinds of trouble with my compressor prior to stumbling across this video; the equipment I got didn't show this, and for some reason none of the other videos I watched pointed out what you show here. I won't tell you what I was doing to be able to operate; suffice to say it was ugly - and I thought I was dealing with a broken compressor/regulator. This short little video helped me fix my problem quickly and correctly, letting me finally start to use my brushes properly - beginning with practice. Thank you *so* much for offering this how-to! ^_^
I'm glad you found my video helpful and are on the right track now!
I never knew that.Thanks for the very useful information.That difference in pressure would sure make a difference when spraying. a automobile
Thank you! And it sure does!
Thanks so much , very simple explaining and helpful
Thank you!
Excellent video and a definite must for beginner airbrush artists like me ! Thank U !
Thank you!
Dude!! Best video I've seen so far, and I've watched several. I'm new to understanding, not new to using the air compressor I've acquired. Ask I've been doing was turning it on and using it, thinking I knew how to set the psi, butt I was using the wedding gauge for that! Now I think I have a better understanding of how to set the PSI for a tool that requires a certain number, which hopefully in turn will make my projects more efficient and definitely more importantly safer. Just bought a spray gun and want to learn how to use it properly. Thanks so much!!
I appreciate the kind words! Thank you!
One of the problems is the crappy operating instructions included with new equipment.
Agreed.
I can't get max pressure to my regulator. The tank shows 150 psi (the left side of the shutoff) however the regulator only builds up to about 90 lb. I put a new regulator on and it's doing the same thing. I'm guessing there's something wrong with the shut off. Any ideas? Maybe I'll just come out the other side of the shutoff with my hose since that side shows the higher PSI.
Most regulators are preset to a maximum air pressure from the factory. 90 psi is more than enough for airbrushing. I'm curious why you need more pressure?
the person that didnt know any better was me until i watched this video ....... thanks for the tip..... big thumbs up
We were all that person at some point. Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a comment!
This is exactly the information I need. Thanks for your help.
Thank you!
I would like to now what causes spider web/ webbing I have that problem a lot I was using lacquer paint for cars Thank you Tim
Hi Tim! Paint spidering is generally caused by thinning your paint too much, setting your air pressure too high or a combination of the two. It takes some practice to find a combination that works well for you.
Thanks for another great tip, (watching from New Zealand.) You mention when the compressor is dry. What do you mean by that?
Thanks for watching! When I said my compressor was dry I meant the air tank and hose were empty. It was not pressurized at all.
gonna try this tomorrow on my promaster, it kept kicking back or stopping abruptly when i would airbrush and it pissed me off and i put it away bc the instructions didnt make sense. i am gonna try tomorrow and hopefully it works!! thanks for a great vid!
I hope you get it figured out and I appreciate the kind words!
I had forgotten how to do this or where I saw it, typed in "how to set air pressure" and found your video again! Cool. Thanks,
Thanks Keith!
OMG I am so glad I watched this video before I crank the knob with Chanel locks 😂
Thanks.
A lot of help for me who is just now getting into airbrushing. Thank you for this detailed video.
Thank you for the kind words!
This is a great replacement for my old regulator/oiler that started leaking It came with brass nipples that saved me a trip to the hardware store and even came with teflon tape.
Awesome!
Just earned my Subscription. Thanks, very helpful
Awesome! Glad to have you and thank you for the kind words!
I bought a cheap air pressure regulator with a water separator. But how do I know which opening is the air inlet and which one is the air outlet? I tcame with no instructions. Yes, I’m a newbie.
Hi Ken. I apologize for the late reply. Most regulators will have an arrow molded into the plastic body near one of the fittings or on the back side that shows you which way the air is supposed to flow.
Thank you - you were correct. I did not know this thumbs up 👍
Hi Kenny! I'm glad this video helped you out my friend!
What brand air compressor are you using. I didn’t hear any noise when you turned it on.
Silentaire
Thank you very helpful I subscribed
Awesome! Glad to have you on the team!
Why is my regulator pressure is just following my tank pressure when I turn it all the way on or off ?
Do you have two regulators, one at the compressor and another at your workstation, or just one?
Thank you bro for this video. We all love it. Very helpful 😁
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Great tips. Thank You very much..
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Definietly clear review:)👍
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Can i ask what compressor that is? My iwata is about to die and looking for something with a tank
I use a Silentaire Val-Air 50-T-Air compressor in my studio. It's also known as the Terry Hill model. It's expensive, but you'll never need to purchase another compressor to run your airbrushes. I highly recommend it.
Sir thank you! Love from Singapore!
Thank you my friend!
Thank you for the info last one I watched didn’t go into that much info
Thank you and I'm glad you found my video helpful!
I have a linear compressor with no tank so it runs “always on”. I can set my pressure when the trigger is depressed no problem but once the trigger is released the pressure builds up again to max level. When I depress the trigger again, there’s an initial burst of higher pressure air as the needle drops to my desired level. Should I be counting on that at all times before releasing paint by pulling back on the trigger for paint?
What is max level on your compressor? A slight increase in pressure is completely normal when there's no air flowing out of the brush (as shown in the video). If the increase is significant, there may be something wrong, or perhaps that's normal for a linear driven compressor...? I'm not very familiar with those compressors.
Wicked Art Airbrush Studio Max that my compressor’s gauge reads is 0.2 MPa (29 PSI) and when I’m not depressing the trigger the needle is buried higher than that. With my 0.2mm airbrush’s trigger depressed the needle then falls to the max flow of 0.16MPa (23.20 PSI)
Very clear and helpful!! Thanks!!!
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GREAT ADVICE ...THANKS KINDLY
Glad it was helpful!
How important is it to have an oil and water separator trap
on the air regulator?
That really depends on your particular set up. It doesn't hurt to have one installed, but it's not always necessary either. If condensation is finding its way through your air line, into your airbrush and onto your canvas, you should use a moisture trap at minimum.
Really helped thank you for your knowledge
Awesome! Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a comment!
Nice 1 mate had mine some time now and only now as I'm intending on s9raying my motorcycle wheels using 2k primers/clear . I wanted to know what's shat as its more important..you explained well . Mine us not high spec but its fine and recently changed its oil.
2 dials left and right with dial knob at centre so 1 on right stays around 7/8 bar . So that's the tank pressure right?
The 2 9utoet ports will be the same as the dial on the left ? I.e. say 2 bar
Ty
I would assume you're correct because the tank pressure will not change when adjusting the regulator, provided there's no load on the compressor.
@wickedartstudio regulator ? Sorry I'm.onky familiar with condensor and compressor..I'm aware it compresses the gases into liquid etc
@@kevinhancock4064 I apologize. I was referring to the knob that changes the pressure.
thank you I am just starting out and this helps alot.
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thank you. very helpful.
Thank you!
haha I have been doing it wrong all this time :)
If it's any consolation, I did it wrong for a long time too.
How about if you are using a spraygun.?
The process is the same if you're not using a regulator on your gun. If you have a regulator on your gun, use it to set your spray pressure while the trigger is pulled. You'll also want to set your air compressor regulator to a normal "air tool" pressure... anywhere from 90 psi or higher depending on your shop setup.
Stupid question... Can a regulator like that malfunction and not work..? I bough a regulator for my compressor and the knob does NOTHING. The pressure just drops and drops and drops very slowly when i press the trigger but i cant adjust the working pressure what so ever. Should i take it back to the shop and get a new one or is there no way that think malfunctions...? Thanks in advance:/
There are no stupid questions. You don't know what you don't know. Yes, a regulator is a mechanical device that can absolutely malfunction or stop working properly. Having said that, are you aware that for most air regulators you need to pull the knob up before turning it in order to adjust the air pressure? When the knob is pushed down it will turn, but it won't actually adjust anything (it's a safety feature to keep from accidently bumping the setting one way or the other I would assume). If the knob is in the unlocked position when you're trying to adjust your pressure and it does nothing, I would definitely return it for another unit.
@@wickedartstudio Thanks for taking the time to answer.. I'm repairing my car, It's the first time I ever do that kind of thing and I couldn't figure out what was not working properly. Today I took the regulator back, got a new one and it works like a charm. Of course I was aware of pushing and pulling the safety knob but it was obviously a defective one. So, no more excuses. Applying the paint and clear coat on Tuesday when it's going to be warm and sunny here in Greece. I've put so much work on sanding, filling, sanding, priming, sanding, sanding, sanding and now it all comes down to this. I'm feeling confident. Thanks again so much for the help.
@@scardelta You bet! I'm glad to help when I can. The foundation and all of the prep work is what really makes a good paint job. It sounds like you've put in the work. I'm sure your efforts will show in the final result!
@@wickedartstudio Let's hope so.. We will know tomorrow. Thanks again.
Very helpful thanks man!
You're welcome! Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a comment!
What e Compressor ist That Oné ?
That is a Silentaire VAL-Air 50-T.
I havent even blown any air, it stops
Due to the compressor or a problem with your airbrush?
Thank you very helpful
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I am still working on the Eagle picture and my air pressure is about 15Lbs, but I am still getting big splatters, I am using an Iwata H P C+ and I have cleaned the airbrush and thickened up the paint, maybe my needle is bent, or a gasket has blown.
A bent needle will create an abnormal spray pattern, but it doesn't cause big splatters in my experience. I highly doubt a blown gasket is the cause of the issue either. You could be experiencing tip dry. Be sure you are cleaning dried paint off the tip of your needle frequently. The air pressure and the paint reduction you choose to use is completely up to each individual artist. There are so many factors that affect both, the environment (temperature, humidity, etc.), the airbrush brand and needle size and brand of paint just to name a few. All of those factors make it nearly impossible to diagnose the root cause of the issue via the internet. Generally speaking, a smaller needle/nozzle set can be run at lower air pressure, but the paint must be reduced very thin as well. A larger needle/nozzle set usually runs better at higher air pressure and the paint doesn't need to be reduced as thin. Again, your environment will affect all of this to some degree. The HP C+ has a .3 mm needle and nozzle. For a needle/nozzle that size I personally prefer to run somewhere in the range of 20 to 30 psi (most of the time I'm on the lower end of that, around 20 to 25 psi). You might try raising your air pressure slightly and you'll have to play with the paint reduction to find what works for you. I will put together a more thorough video covering all of this in the next week or two. Hopefully, the above advice will help you out until then. If you have further questions please don't hesitate to ask!
Thank you for that information, I thought I was running a smaller needle, therefore, I can try another needle or airbrush, I was told that the Iwata was for fine detail, I am not a young man anymore, I am 70 and my hand shakes too. I did try changing air pressure, but it didn't help much I can google it, so Thanks again.
Hi Mate. Just try going from 100% reducer to 100% paint. You will find a place that you like to paint with. If you are getting slpatters over reduce your paint or increase the pressurre. Personnally i would over reduce the paint and adjust the the pressure till i found a mixture that works for me.
Hope that helps.
Guy
@@guyverney3606 OK Guy, Thanks again.
i shake like an idiot to so dont worry.What paint are tou using?
Thanks. Great video.
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is that a Silent Air compressor
Yes sir.
Very informative video
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Great video thanks
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I'm a car guy, trying to figure out calibration for sensitive EVAP smoke testing psi limitations - your explanation of how "under draw" affects matters was most helpful - kudos to you, sir!
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Thanks brother. 🙏🙏🥰
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Something I forgot about. Good point. Make sure you adjust for when the airbrush is in operation and not when it is static. Thank You.
Yes sir. Thank you!
Thank you very much for your time invested in creating this tutorial. Much appreciated!
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As someone using an airbrush for miniature painting, something that hasn't been really explained has been setting PSI while running the air- that actually helps a LOT. Thanks!
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I knew nothing about this so no wonder I found difficulty in controlling spray pressure. Many thanks.
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Excellent video. I thank you very much.
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Thank you ! I was looking for explanation about the correct use of an Airbrush ... and you gave it to me !
Thanks a lot once again, very useful and to the point video. Thumbs Up !
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😀Cool video...I can't turn my regulator knob🙄🔧Thanks for sharing😊👍
Some of the smaller air compressors don't come with adjustable regulators. You can probably purchase an adjustable regulator to replace your existing one, or purchase a MAC valve you can attach to the end of your air hose where it connects to your brush . The MAC valve doesn't have a gauge. Adjustment with a MAC valve won't be as precise without a gauge, but at least you'd have some adjustability with air pressure. Thanks for the kind words!
Super helpful video. Thanks for putting this up. I was trying a paint project and was having problems with spattering. I think the pressure was too low. I'll set the pressure to a proper level and give it another try. This was something really important that I had no knowledge about.
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This helped me out quite a bit. Was double guessing myself, now I know for sure thanks
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Nice post thanks 👍
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a better title would have been "How Compressor Regulator Works" - No info on how to set the pressure for the airbrush to function properly
The title and thumbnail do not suggest this video contains information about setting air pressure for the airbrush to function properly either. It suggests how to properly set your air pressure using a regulator. The airbrush doesn't care what the pressure is set at. It functions regardless. The artist determines if the pressure setting is suitable for their intended purpose.
Hey thanks for the video! I just bought myself a small compressor and have no clue how to set it up or work it, but thanks to you I'm on my way! I appreciate you!
Hi Carrie! I'm glad you found the information helpful, and I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment! Thank you!
Thanks I am just starting out, I was unsure about this, now I know I’m doing it correctly.
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This helped a great deal. I appreciate it. My Compressor was on 60 PSI..
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Great video! Very helpful. Thank you for posting.
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Thanks for sharing
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Thanks for a well explained tutorial, Cheers from Oz.
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Very useful, vedio
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Thank you! I finally found someone who explains the proper steps setting the regulator.
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Great video, very clear way of explaining too, thanks!
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I am glad to learn this because this same thing happened to me. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you. For what it's worth, I believe the issue has been resolved. I've had five various sized bottles of 4030, two of which have been opened, for more than a year now and they are all still good.
its amazing how hard it is to find this information, thank you so much for this video :)
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Hey, thanks for the video!
One question I have - After setting my pressure I notice the regular gauge shows a big difference between static and working air pressure. I.e. I set my pressure to 25psi while air is flowing, but as soon as I release the trigger the gauge jumps up to 55psi, then back down to 25psi when I press the trigger.
I also notice that the gauge seems to show a different static value (no airflow) depending on how full the tank is. So it shows around 55psi when full (Max pressure of compressor), and will drop down to about 40 psi while using, at which point the compressor kicks in and starts refilling the tank.
Is that normal?
For reference, this is a simple cheap mini airbrush compressor + tank with a single in-line regulator gauge / moisture trap.
A difference in static and working pressure is normal. I have also seen slight static pressure changes based on how much pressure is in the tank. I have never noticed a pressure swing of more than 5 or 10 psi with my set up. I would guess the reason you're seeing a bigger difference is due to it being a "simple cheap mini airbrush compressor". The manufacturer likely used a very cheap regulator/moisture trap in order to keep the cost down. It's probably not super accurate, but I wouldn't worry about it if it's not causing you any issues.
@@wickedartstudio Great, thanks for your reply! I can confirm that there are no ‘issues’ so to speak. So I’ll just leave it at that for now, and accept this as the result of buying the cheapest compressor money can buy.
Merci pour cette astuce.
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Wasn’t sure if to set static, or with air flowing. 😊
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Súper útil muchas gracias Master!!!!
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Great explanation, no more paint all over me, the wall and other nearby projects I hope.
lol! I hope so too my friend!
To the point. Simple for beginners to understand. Which is a problem with mostly younger people. Set up, is the most important part of any project. Doing the proper set up not only assures that you have everything you need and set properly. But it insures safety for a good learning experience and quality workmanship.
Thank you for a great video.
Mad Mike
I appreciate the kind words Mike, and I couldn't agree with your comment more!