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I need a new compressor, I was wondering, if I get a little airbrush compressor with the tank, will I be able to use it to air up tires on the car?
I only need a compressor to do things like tires every once in a while and the airbrush too of course.
Thanks
A.K.A. Ken Making Modeling Great Again
Short answer is no. The hobby compressors won't make enough air or pressure to inflate tires, or do any other chores that one might use a compressor for in the 1:1 world. For the same money you can get a small (3HP plus or minus) with a tank that will build 100-120 psi. The down side is that the small diaphram type compressors are noisy, plus side is that the tank holds enough air that you won't be running it constantly while you use the AB. Hope this helps you to decide.
Mike
Thanks mike, yes that helps.
I've been looking at this little dewalt. Anyone know what there like? It says it's 0.33 HP. Is that enough HP?
http://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-1-gal-Portable-Electric-Trim-Air-Compressor-D55140/202019874
Actually it will work for putting air in tires, just not that quickly. They make cordless compressors that sometimes come in cordless drill kits that have next to no volume, but they still work for tires, it just takes several minutes to do so.
Jay
The Mighty Mo says no.
I have two of these. They are construction trade quality compressors. I use them when building custom cabinet work and finish trim in homes. Compact and easy to carry. Work great with Pinners, brad guns and smaller finish nailers, although I do use it on occasion with my nail gun when needed. Down side is they are a bit noisy, but they will supply all the air you need for airbrushing and then some, and will easily fill tires and do other tasks.
I am not familiar with the compressors sold with airbrush equipment, as I use a piston / tank type compressor, 1/2 HP with a 7 gallon tank. The blower on my airbrush spray boot is noisier than it is.
EJ
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You can find a compressor for less than $150 plus. I got mine for less than $100 at tcpglobal.com
Emglo is a tried and true but for less a Badger whirl wind works nice...
BlackSheepTwoOneFour You can find a compressor for less than $150 plus. I got mine for less than $100 at tcpglobal.com
I also purchased mine from TCP Global, paid less than $100 and it has a tank, is super quiet and works like a dream.
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Compressors in the $100 range have a life expectancy of about 1000 hours. I've had 4 of them. A while ago I got a compressor made by California Air. I love it. It's no where near as loud as other compressors, has a really fast recovery time and a longer longer life expectancy. The price is a little more but well worth it.
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2. NOISE
3. Pressure gauge and regulator.
I have a shop compressor for tires, tools, clean up and painting big stuff with the gun. But no way I would run that baby at night, when I model. Neighbors would KILL me.
I have a Testors compressor for the a/b's. Less than $ 150.00 and its lasted me ten years of a lot of use.
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