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- From: Roanoke Virginia
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Airbrush Compressor Pressure Gauge Tip
Posted by Strongeagle
on Monday, August 12, 2019 9:03 AM
I bought a Paasche D3000r compressor/tank several years ago. Its a nice compact unit, doesn't make too much noise, the compressor sits on top of a small tank, and the unit sits on the floor by my workbench. The specs say it puts out 0 to 40 psi, auto shut-off is at 50 psi, and that's OK because I use 10 to 25 psi consistently in my painting. HOWEVER: The gauge that came with the unit reads from 0 to 150 psi! The increments are so small I can hardly see them, let alone get an accurate reading. I went on ebay and for less than $10, bought a pressure gauge that reads 0 to 30 psi and replaced the one that came with the compressor. I can see the readings now without having to bend down for a closer look and can make mico-fine pressure adjustments.
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