fengda airbrush question?

[Modler bob]

Hi guys/gals
Thinking it's about time I got into spraying etc.
I can't afford the top-of-the-range kits, so I noticed this on Amazon..........

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Timbertech-Airbrush-Compressor-Accessories-Nozzles/dp/B00LO4PKY2/ref=sr_1_6?crid=1MUSSHZKOZEII&keywords=SwitZer+Top+End+Airbrush+Compressor+AS18+%2B+Double+Action+Air+Brush+Kit+Ne

I'd very much appreciate your thoughts on it please?[

regards
Bob

 

[peterairfix]

Should be OK for a first timer myself I would have gone for one with a tank on it.

 

[adt70hk]

Yep. Tank is a good idea

 

[simontie]

Same one iv been using for years changed the water trap last year as i cracked it but produces a good steady pressure. Used the airbrush for a while to itwas ok for learning (i still am) but since changed it for an evolution one once i could afford it
Simon

 

[simontie]

Same one iv been using for years changed the water trap last year as i cracked it but produces a good steady pressure. Used the airbrush for a while to itwas ok for learning (i still am) but since changed it for an evolution one once i could afford it
Simon

Should say it runs all the time when spraying but it quite, quiet

 

[Modler bob]

Excuse my ignorance. But what difference does a tank on the top make?

 

[stillp]

Excuse my ignorance. But what difference does a tank on the top make?

Saves the compressor from running constantly, and delivers a more constant pressure. Perhaps also delivers cooler air to the airbrush. Whether any of that makes any practical difference I don't know!
Pete

 

[outrunner]

I have used a tankless compressor for a few years now and notice no difference between it and the one with a tank that a mate lent me to start with. Obviously the motor runs all the time when painting but it is not noisy, you pays your money etc.

Andy.

 

[Dave Ward]

This is the later version of the air compressor I've been using for many years - a fair few fellow forum members have one, or very similar..............
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Airbrush-c...1&sprefix=as186+air+compressor,aps,220&sr=8-6
Dave

 

[Tim Marlow]

As a starter kit I’m sure this will be fine…it will certainly allow you to learn the craft without too much outlay. Later you will know exactly what you want from your kit and can upgrade accordingly.

The idea of the tank is to smooth out the air delivery, eliminating pulses. However, my Iwatta compressor is tankless and runs on demand. It’s air delivery is completely pulseless.

 

[Mark1]

Ive been using a tankless one with no issues but mine has auto start/stop when i pull/let off the AB trigger

 

[Modler bob]

This is the later version of the air compressor I've been using for many years - a fair few fellow forum members have one, or very similar..............
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Airbrush-compressor-reservoir-Fengda-FD-186/dp/B019CKXBOU/ref=sr_1_6?crid=X4YN0UVVABWF&keywords=as186+air+compressor&qid=1676919356&refinements=p_36:4500-10000&rnid=118657031&sprefix=as186+air+compressor,aps,220&sr=8-6
Dave

Cheers Dave.
That's more my price range

 

[Dave Ward]

Cheers Dave.
That's more my price range

I bought mine for around the same price, but it came with two el cheapo airbrushes - ideal for learning to use the airbrush. I still use one of the Chinese airbrushes for priming & basecoats.
John has some reasonably priced quality airbrushes in the Scale Model Shop https://www.scalemodelshop.co.uk/0-3mm-double-action-airbrush-scale-model-shop-sms-200-p17352/ - don't forget as a SMF supporter you get a 5% discount in the shop. After you've become comfortable using the basic airbrush, then, you can look for more expensive & higher quality bits of kit.............
Dave

 

[langy71]

That's the same one I've been using for the past few years Dave, and I've got no complaints with it...and I still use the cheapo brushes for laying down basecoats / varnishes...

 

[stillp]

I use an AS-186S from John in the shop. That came with two cheapo airbrushes, but I couldn't get on with them and bought a Harder & Steenbeck. No problems with the compressor though.
Pete

 

[simontie]

Don's Airbrush Tips - Harder & Steenbeck Evolution Solo Review

6/2012 I got an e-mail from Anke Matthiessen, the Director of the North American Division of Harder & Steenbeck. She said she had seen my site and wondered if I would like to review an Evolution airbrush. Heck Yeah!! I wasted no time sending her my address. A few days later it was in my

sites.google.com

I found this a while back on how to take care of the air brush if you check out the menu it gives you lots of basic knowledge on air brushes also some compressors knowledge including cleaning up hope its helpful and ok to post this link
Simon

 

[Modler bob]

ah yes, The actual brushes.
I guess I'll just go with my starter question, which has a brush kit with it.
but many thanks for all the information guys.

 

[Modler bob]

Don's Airbrush Tips - Harder & Steenbeck Evolution Solo Review

6/2012 I got an e-mail from Anke Matthiessen, the Director of the North American Division of Harder & Steenbeck. She said she had seen my site and wondered if I would like to review an Evolution airbrush. Heck Yeah!! I wasted no time sending her my address. A few days later it was in my

sites.google.com

I found this a while back on how to take care of the air brush if you check out the menu it gives you lots of basic knowledge on air brushes also some compressors knowledge including cleaning up hope its helpful and ok to post this link
Simon

Thanks for that. Very interesting.

 

[Modler bob]

I see the fengda has a red on/off switch. Do they all?

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[Dave Ward]

Nope, mine has a simple black rocker switch
Dave