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Posted by scaler on Saturday, July 18, 2020 5:07 PM

Vett

I think I may have found the problem, when I took it apart I think the nozzle was cracked bucause when I went to put it back it fell apart an i didn't tighten it at all so I guess I need a new airbrush.

 
The same thing happened to me many years ago, when I bought my first AB used from some dude. Big Smile I tried everything, taking it apart, sealing and re-sealing. Even Iwata's customer support was puzzled. The reason: a tiny lengthwise crack in the nozzle which was hard to spot. A simple nozzle replacement solved it. I think they added that issue in their troubleshooting section since then.
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Posted by oldermodelguy on Sunday, July 12, 2020 11:38 AM

Vett

I think I may have found the problem, when I took it apart I think the nozzle was cracked bucause when I went to put it back it fell apart an i didn't tighten it at all so I guess I need a new airbrush.

 

Sorry to hear that, those tips are very fragile on the Chinese airbrushes. You just kind of snug them down holding your breath lol. But I think you can buy a needle and tip set for those, I know I saw them someplace ( Ebay, TCP Global or Amazon maybe).  Course there are way more reliable airbrushes out there you could get started with.

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Posted by gregbale on Sunday, July 12, 2020 11:26 AM

Glad you found the problem.Big Smile

Greg

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Posted by Vett on Sunday, July 12, 2020 10:39 AM

I think I may have found the problem, when I took it apart I think the nozzle was cracked bucause when I went to put it back it fell apart an i didn't tighten it at all so I guess I need a new airbrush.

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Posted by Vett on Sunday, July 12, 2020 10:08 AM

I'll give it a try, thanks

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Posted by oldermodelguy on Saturday, July 11, 2020 1:43 PM

Vett

It's a zeny same as master. I just took it apart the o ring is there so I took elec. Tape and wrapped it around the two front joints so no air could be sucked in and still the same thing. As for the paint it was thin I even tried spraying windex still bubbles 

 

It's most likely a seal leak at the nozzle tip ( the tiny little tip the needle protrudes out through. Take it off, wax the seal and thread with bees wax or lip balm, put it back together and try it then with just plain water or something thin. That would be the typical culprit on most airbrushes including yours. On those China made jobbers some folks toss that tiny O ring in there and just go with bees wax, works great.

A tune up tip on that brush is to also polish the needles. I did that on a Ganzton which is just another iteration a bit more fancy. It does refine the atomization, fwiw, and so simple to do.

 

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  • From: Carmel, ny
Posted by Vett on Saturday, July 11, 2020 12:36 PM

It's a zeny same as master. I just took it apart the o ring is there so I took elec. Tape and wrapped it around the two front joints so no air could be sucked in and still the same thing. As for the paint it was thin I even tried spraying windex still bubbles 

 

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Posted by oldermodelguy on Saturday, July 11, 2020 12:10 PM

I agree with Greg. So let us know the make and model you have, that we can better help you.

Often paint spatter is too thick a paint mix though.

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  • From: Towson MD
Posted by gregbale on Saturday, July 11, 2020 10:53 AM

Vett

Hi I am new to airbrushing and just can't get it right. First why am I getting bubbles in my cup when I try to spray, the sir rush is clean but I get bubbles in my paint cup and the paint just splatters. 

If you're getting bubbles in your cup, you're getting backflow from a leak somewhere. Check to make sure the head/nozzle assemblies are tight with no obstructions, and that you're not missing an o-ring or seal that's supposed to be in place.

Just as a friendly suggestion...any time you raise an equipment issue such as this, it helps if you outline what brand/model of equipment you're using. That way those with direct experience of the type may be able to offer more useful suggestions and advice.

Greg

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"Every time you correct me on my grammar I love you a little fewer."
 
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New need help
Posted by Vett on Saturday, July 11, 2020 10:25 AM

Hi I am new to airbrushing and just can't get it right. First why am I getting bubbles in my cup when I try to spray, the sir rush is clean but I get bubbles in my paint cup and the paint just splatters. 

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