Connecting an airbrush to a full size compressor.

[Skyedriver]

I started this on the bodywork forum but wonder if I'm not better off here.
I was given some advice but still cannot find what I'm looking for.
I have an airbrush with what I understand to be a "Badger" hose fitting (M5x50?)/ The compressor has modern quick release fittings but I believe I can unscrew one if necessary. I'm guessing you guys don't use pressurised cans to power your airbrushes, how do you connect to a full size compressor?




Thanks in advance

[Red Firecracker]

I did exactly that.

From the big compressor, using the quick release pipe, I plugged it into a pressure gauge/water trap such as this:



Then, on the outlet side, I had a screw in adaptor to the airbrush hose. The water trap is normally 1/4 BSP, so you'd need a male quick release with male thread



or depending on the end on the hose you are using



and a 1/4 BSP male to 1/8 BSP male for the airbrush hose.



I did find that a quick release on the airbush side was more beneficial than the screw on hoses though, but that was purely an ergonomic benefit for my workshop layout.

Edited by Red Firecracker on Tuesday 24th August 22:30

[Skyedriver]

Thanks for that info, spent ages looking for a place that sold all bits but think I'm there now.

[Skyedriver]

Just to add, it seems the air brush line is M5 not 1/8th BSP
Just waiting for the colourant now...