My old compressor just recently died and I am now in the market for a new one. I am thinking of purchasing a more powerful compressor to run other tools but my problem is I don’t airbrush in the garage, and lugging the compressor in to the basement (workshop) is out of the question. So my though was to purchase those storage tanks from sears ( I think they are like 10 gallons) I wonder how long I can run on 10 gallons? Has anyone tried this?
Just a suggestion but, why not run an extra hose down to the basement OR plumb it in permenant with PVC or black pipe. PVC would be a lot easier in my opinion. AND!!! Don’t forget the water trap!!!
Ditto the long hose or plumbing method. I used the long hose method for a while until I placed my spray booth in a more permanent location. A couple of quick connects, the appropriate length of hose and a couple minutes of time to roll out/roll up the hose each session and voila, a steady air supply! Place the water trap at the “business” end just before the airbrush gets connected and you’re done.
I agree about running a long airhose to the basement if possible.
If you can’t then that 10 gallon tank will work but your air supply will be limited depending on what you are painting. At 20 psi I would guess you could easily spray a 1/48 scale model no problem and may even have enough air left over for cleaning, but that depends on how long you spray.
I like the hose suggestion as well. for some reason I didn;t think of that. The hose will probably be about as expensive as the extra tank. Thanks guys!
Be careful…You airtool compressor could be operating at a max of around 150psi, and PVC (especially old and/or cracked pipes) might not like so much pressure. Also, make sure any airbrush regulators you have can operate at 150psi…
From my garage to my work area in the basement it is about 20’. All it would take would be two holes in the wall and a 20’ airhose.