Paasche D500 Air Compressor

Tools, Techniques, and Reference Materials Painting and airbrushing
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I’m looking for a new air compressor. I only have a big one that delivers 30-180 psi (a little much maybe). My LHS has a Paashe D500 w. R75 Regulator for $140.00.

This is a Paasche D500 Compressor w/R75 Regulator. This 1/8HP Compressor is economical and suitable for all airbrushes spraying properly thinned fluids. It is capable of delivering 20 - 40 P.S.I. operating pressure depending on airbrush being used. The Paasche D500SR is an oil-less piston unit and comes with the R-75 Regulator/Filter with gauge.

It operates on 110-120 Volt, 1 phase, 60Hz, and delivers .4 C.F.M. @ 20 P.S.I. R75 Regulator will regulate up to 40 P.S.I. depending on usage (intermittent or constant) and size of airbrush being used.

Is this any good?

2

What about the Hobbico R4051 for $130?

This is the CP101A Mini Air Compressor with Regulator from Model Maker.

FEATURES:

Quiet diaphragm-type compact design

Durable cast aluminum body

All moving parts use sealed oil-less bearings

Maintenance-free operation

Cushioned handle

Manual ON/OFF switch

suitable for use with all airbrushes

Filters dirt and grime from air source

INCLUDES:

One CP101A compressor

One Regulator w/Filter & Water Trap

One 1/8" to 1/4" adapter (male threads)

One 1/4" to 1/4" adapter (male threads)

One instruction sheet.

SPECS:

Horsepower: 1/8 HP

Input power: 110volt/60Hz

Amps: 1.0A

RPM: 1700 rpm

Air Displacment: 0.90CFM (25L/min)

Max Pressure: 50psi (345kP)

Power Cable: 68" (1.7m)

Weight: 9.5lbs (4.3kg).

3

I wore out a D500 in a couple of years. Disposable compressor, methinks.

4

see the old Passche 200R and compare with Hobbico.

I do not consider compressor without auto-on-off acceptable in today’s market,

5

I actually have a 1.5 gallon compressor that goes up to 180 PSI that I could probably work with. The only problem is that I can’t get any replacement parts for it as the manufacturer went out of business. Not a big deal but my wife thoughtlessly broke off the air filter when I left the compressor out in the middle of the floor and she was carrying my laundry to the machine. If I could replace the piece she broke I could use this one.

Other than that, Canadian Tire has a 2 gallon one that goes to 125 psi that goes on sale for $50.00 from time to time.

6

Griffin,

Did you consider the possibility that your lovely wife is sending you a signal that such noisy machine has no place in the living area of a home?

7

In my defense, it was in the middle of the floor in the basement by my work bench. And, yes, I did consider her insidious ulterior motives. [blkeye]

8

I use a reasonably quiet Paasche DA400 for airbrushing in the basement workbench.

I keep my Sears 1-HP oil lubricated tools compresssor in the garage and bring it inside only when repair/remodeling work requires it. The Sears compressor is a bit less noisy than most low cost oilless compressors, but I still found it too intrusive in enclosed quarters.

I am on her side. [H]

9

The part she broke was the both that holds the Air Filter and connects it to the motor. I can’t find a replacement anywhere. [:'(]

10

Quick Update - I finally got my filter assembly back on using MacGyver-like ingenuity. Once that was done, I took everything apart and re-teflon-taped it. She doesn’t leak anymore.

Now I have to build a spray booth so I can actually try this airbrushing-thing out. [:O]

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Wonderful!! Nothing sweeter than fixing your own tools. Hat off to you. [t$t]