Water Splodges from airbrush.

[Guest]

Thanks to all you lads who replied to my plea for help on the water splodge problem. I have taken all your accounts of problems associated with airbrushes and compressors, and I have found that all these symtems do occure on and off during my airbrushing. I did notice that the compressor did get rather warm when I had the worse day with this. I have a duel airbrush so I let air out every now and then and this seemed to help , I also switched off the compressor. The compressor that I have says on the instructions that it will auto-stop and auto-start, this has never happened yet could the compressor be at fault?. When I airbrush and do not get water I do get a really good finish and I am happy with the result. I have another Airbrush that I have not used yet still new in its box,this has a thicker rubber braided hose attachment would this be any better?.

Thanks again for all your help.

[Guest]

Do you have an inline water separator? It's just a little clear bowl that won't let the water in the line pass thru to the airbrush! Every spray painter uses one. Check your hobby shop, or automotive paint store and see if they have a very small one for airbrush compressors. See if there is a REAL signwriter in your area, not a fast sign shop, give him a call and see if he uses an airbrush and find where he gets his airbrush supplies. If he doesn't want to deal with you, try till you get one. You will make a good friend when you do, I used to do signwriting. Good luck with it. cheers, Bill

[stona]

Not sure what compressor you are using but it sounds like it should turn off when it reaches the recquired pressure. If it runs continuously it either has a fault or you have a leak somewhere causing it to run in an effort to maintain pressure. If it's running all the time and you have no leak where is the air going?

An inline water trap is essential IMHO, as is a good regulator. A resevoir is desirable but not essential.

Not sure that the heavier hose will make a significant difference.

Here's hoping you get it sorted,you are obviously getting good results, it just sounds like it's a bit of a battle!

Cheers

Steve