Shopping for Airbrush and Compressor. What is preferred for Railroad Modeling?

[Greazback]

Hello, I would like some input as to what kind of Airbrush and compressor are best suited for Model Railroading? I would like to use the Airbrush and compressor in an extra office that is approximately 15X15ft that has a window that will open for ventilation. Thank you for your help.

[SilverSpike]

 to the forum! 

Okay, I'll do a little searching for you!

But first, my short answer for what I have: The Badger Model 175 "Crescendo" airbrush.  It has dual action, internal mix, siphon feed. I picked it up at Michael's Arts and Crafts store and used one of their 40% off coupons that come in the mail ad flyer every week. I also have the Badger Diaphragm compressor, 1/10 hp, 30 psi, portable at 9 pounds and it operates one airbrush.

I have used both acrylic and enamal paints with great success.

Here are a few previous posts on this very subject;

What is the best airbrush for new user? -  http://www.trains.com/trccs/forums/506671/ShowPost.aspx

Looking for an Airbrush - http://www.trains.com/trccs/forums/545088/ShowPost.aspx

What airbrush do you recommend? (part 1, airbrush) - http://www.trains.com/trccs/forums/589094/ShowPost.aspx

Cheers,

Ryan

 

[tomkat-13]

 to the forum! 

Okay, I'll do a little searching for you!

But first, my short answer for what I have: The Badger Model 175 "Crescendo" airbrush.  It has dual action, internal mix, siphon feed. I picked it up at Michael's Arts and Crafts store and used one of their 40% off coupons that come in the mail ad flyer every week. I also have the Badger Diaphragm compressor, 1/10 hp, 30 psi, portable at 9 pounds and it operates one airbrush.

I have used both acrylic and enamal paints with great success.

Here are a few previous posts on this very subject;

What is the best airbrush for new user? -  http://www.trains.com/trccs/forums/506671/ShowPost.aspx

Looking for an Airbrush - http://www.trains.com/trccs/forums/545088/ShowPost.aspx

What airbrush do you recommend? (part 1, airbrush) - http://www.trains.com/trccs/forums/589094/ShowPost.aspx

Cheers,

Ryan

 

I also have a crescendo dual action by badger ....... I also got it at the MICHAELS art and craft store.....they have an ad flyer in the Sunday newspaper here in St Louis with a coupon for 40% off any one item not on sale......but every now and then they have one for 50% off.....thats when I bought my air brush......they had it at full price of $99.00....and I got it for 50% off that price.....the cheapest I could find at the time on ebay was about $69.00.....it came with the hose ....bowls....bottle etc.....

[Texas Zepher]

This is definitely in the top 10 of most common questions asked on this forum.  This forum really really needs a FAQ.  As silver spike noted there are many thread out there, and I've posted page long responses in several of them.  Summary: Paasche - yes,  Aztech - no.   So instead the whole thing of reposting I've also done a bit of research for you.: 

need advice on selecting an airbrush - http://www.trains.com/trccs/forums/1240757/ShowPost.aspx

compressor for airbrush - http://www.trains.com/trccs/forums/623219/ShowPost.aspx

airbrush questions - http://www.trains.com/trccs/forums/1315210/ShowPost.aspx

airbrush recomendations please - http://www.trains.com/trccs/forums/876095/ShowPost.aspx

I need advice selecting an airbrush - http://www.trains.com/trccs/forums/921362/ShowPost.aspx

airbrush info please - http://www.trains.com/trccs/forums/808398/ShowPost.aspx

airbrush recommendations for a beginner - http://www.trains.com/trccs/forums/699118/ShowPost.aspx

airbrush or spray can - http://www.trains.com/trccs/forums/607120/ShowPost.aspx

airbrush experience - http://www.trains.com/trccs/forums/802214/ShowPost.aspx

which model airbrush - http://www.trains.com/trccs/forums/1305589/ShowPost.aspx

[Greazback]

Thank you very much for your help. 

[dand200]

Greazback, I have a Paasche and am very happy with it.  As for compresors, if you can afford it try and get one with an air tank (reservoir).  In my opinion the air pressure is delivered more consistently than a motor trying to keep up with the air brush(of course this may be because my compresor isn't that good).  Also a moisture trap is a good feature. 

 

I'm going to be in Long Beach in August 2009 for an FOP conference.  Any suggestions like places to visit or places stay away from??

Dan

[loathar]

As far as compressors go, get as big a one as you can afford. Largest tank+regulator. You WILL use it for more than just your airbrush. If you get a small 1 gallon, you will over work it and wear it out faster. I wore out a Campbell Hausfeld 1 gallon after only 1 year.