The alcohols for stripping the old paint. I think he said Acetone for thinning.
just got a airbrush
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The alcohols for stripping the old paint. I think he said Acetone for thinning.
Yes, I've used "normal" size spray guns including my small touch-up gun, but will need to adapt to the double action of the brushes. Will be practicing first with the coloured water trick before advancing.
I noticed that the compressor that comes with this kit delivers 20-23Ltrs (.7-.8cu ft) p/min. Is this going to be enough volume or not steady? There's no airtank. Wouldn't be any point if it can't provide an even flow and pressure.
) Non ventilated motors build up more heat, as you would expect, and may trigger thermal shutdowns. Does it have a regulator, or a pressure gauge, or just a fitting for the hose and you spray at whatever pressure the compressor puts out? What pressure does it put out? Lower pressure units may have problems with thicker mediums, so if you are one of those guys who might like to spray Floquil or Polyscale right out of the bottle, you might experience some heartburn with a low pressure unit. I have not seen this set and won't pass judgement, just remember that you get what you pay for. Experienced painters can compensate for lower quality equipment. Newbies will be punished for a poor choice and may not understand why. If you have a home compressor that you use for other things and it has a regulator, you can use it. Hobby units are nice because they are lightweight and quiet (at least the good ones are quiet). I happen to be an Iwata dealer, and have been airbrushing for over 20 years, so I've used lots of different stuff. I don't solicit business here and am not offering to sell you anything, but I'm happy to answer questions if I can help out.
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The alcohols for stripping the old paint. I think he said Acetone for thinning.
Aside from learning how actual paint reacts on actual materials you also need to learn just the handling of the tool.
For this ink or colored water as your "paint" and art board, water color paper, etc as your "material" is a good way to practice - and no worries about ventilation.
For this ink or colored water as your "paint" and art board, water color paper, etc as your "material" is a good way to practice - and no worries about ventilation.
Yes, I've used "normal" size spray guns including my small touch-up gun, but will need to adapt to the double action of the brushes. Will be practicing first with the coloured water trick before advancing.
I noticed that the compressor that comes with this kit delivers 20-23Ltrs (.7-.8cu ft) p/min. Is this going to be enough volume or not steady? There's no airtank. Wouldn't be any point if it can't provide an even flow and pressure.
Toot, the CFM will be enough, however, considering hobby type compressors, there are a few other things to think about: Is it a piston or diaphragm compressor? Modern piston types will not pulsate. Older diaphragm types will. Many say an air tank is a must, however I disagree. If the unit does not pulsate, you can get by without a tank. I used an Iwata Smart Jet for years at home in an a booth at many train shows and it worked just fine. Motors: Good compressors have fan colled motors. Cheapies have TENV motors (that's totally enclosed noon ventilated motors for you non technical types
) Non ventilated motors build up more heat, as you would expect, and may trigger thermal shutdowns. Does it have a regulator, or a pressure gauge, or just a fitting for the hose and you spray at whatever pressure the compressor puts out? What pressure does it put out? Lower pressure units may have problems with thicker mediums, so if you are one of those guys who might like to spray Floquil or Polyscale right out of the bottle, you might experience some heartburn with a low pressure unit. I have not seen this set and won't pass judgement, just remember that you get what you pay for. Experienced painters can compensate for lower quality equipment. Newbies will be punished for a poor choice and may not understand why. If you have a home compressor that you use for other things and it has a regulator, you can use it. Hobby units are nice because they are lightweight and quiet (at least the good ones are quiet). I happen to be an Iwata dealer, and have been airbrushing for over 20 years, so I've used lots of different stuff. I don't solicit business here and am not offering to sell you anything, but I'm happy to answer questions if I can help out.
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