SManMTB

I've got a Paasche Millenium double action airbrush and like to get started ASAP.

I've got an oil-free compressor with a nice big tank. It doesn't have any filters on it.
Do I need a moisture trap or can I do without?
Where can I get a good one?


What paint type do you recommend? Water based or thinner?

michelob78

I wouldn't paint anything real important or nice without one, all compressors create moisture. I use compressed CO2 so I have no idea what traps are better than others. For paints, my favorite are the Parma brand, they are water based so cleanup is a breeze. I would stick with water based at first..... When you get something painted let us see..

SManMTB

What's the deal with water based paints? Do they need to be 'sealed' to withstand fuel and regular cleaning?
Can a water based paint be removed easily in case I goof up?

I think I saw a moisture trap at Sears for $25 or so. Maybe that will work.

I plan on doing some practice runs on sheets of plastic if I can find some.

-Inverted-

Use old CD cases or soda bottles, that way you can practice effects and painting.

SManMTB

Good idea. I was thinking about using transparent printer 'paper' to practice on.

jonmills

i had a small compressor recently for a short while untill it broke n i wanted a moisture trap for it aswell.
since then ive bought a big compressor n noticed it doesnt collect moisture like the other one did. but id like to get one just to be safe.
im still new to this but have been using faskolor n createx n my first shell i did recently i used faskoat to seal it and its held out alright.
i wouldnt mind tryin some laquer based paints tho, i wouldve thought ud get a more realistic finish with em... but like i said my first shell didnt look to bad( or so i thought) n that was with water based paints.
its here if u want a look http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_4071768/tm.htm
like -Inverted- said tho, get some soda bottles or anything plastic to practice on.
whatever the case, just have fun paintin

jonmills

i just read somewhere that auto air paint is water based n they look pretty cool

lukej6009

Another medium to use for testing is plexi glass. I picked up a big sheet of it at Home Depot for less then $10, then just cut smaller squares out of it.

SManMTB

Good advice!

I picked up a moisture trap + small regulator and all the fittings I need for $40 from Tractor Supply Company. I'm getting ready.
I also bought some Faskolor paint. Looks like Parma's site is under construction so Ican't download any Instructions but their online shop says I need to use between 40-70psi for this paint. Can I use lower pressure if I thin the paint a bit?

michelob78

I have painted as low as 15lbs with faskolor...... Often times between 30-40 straight paint.

SManMTB

OK