So how do you adjust the pressure for this? If I wanted a consistent 20PSI how do can I do this with this compressor?
1456783
Very simple. Adjust regulator on compressor to desired psi, load paint cup, spray on test area while monitoring/adjusting pressure through the regulator on the compressor. Due to the design of the compressor, the pressure will remain very consistent while spraying. Different thicknesses of paint, as well as volume being applied, may require some adjustment of pressure. Just my observations after many hours spent with this unit....
2240968
I have an 20 Gallon Craftsmen Compressor and it has a hard time keeping up..
766769
You definitely want to be able to adjust the working pressure, as different diffusers and reactors require varying pressures. I got tow of these through Amazon, both of which were defective and had to be returned. Wound up buying a custom unit from GLA. Maybe you'll have better luck with the Aquatek.
741117
The compressor needs to be turned on in order for the regulator to work. Turn on the compressor and the needle should move (as long as air isn't escaping from an open valve somewhere), then you can adjust the output pressure with the knob. Did that help?
623443
This will do it, although you will have to do it in stages, otherwise you run a real risk of burning the compressor out. Something they don't really make clear is that when you first get it, run it for a half hour or so with no back pressure to enable the rings to seat. I didn't and paid the price. The next one I did and it is running fine.
1135185
The only thing that I can think of is that once the compressor builds up the desired pressure it will stop, activating again only once the pressure drops below the level you have it set at. The black cylinder on the top is your pressure regulator; twist it one way to increase the maximum amount of pressure, twist it the other way to decrease the max pressure. Yours might be turned all the way down, preventing any pressure from building up. Hope this helps!
1559525
2 gallon compressors are not meant to run air tools. You might be able to take a lug nut or two off. Then wait for it to build up pressure but you might as well use hand tools if your going to do that
1248315
Not sure what you mean by that, but it can be adjusted. I think the lowest psi I have had it set to is 112
161732
you need a compressor with a minimum of a 5 gallon storage tank on it. Its not the pressure but the volume you need.
153392
I don't see any way to adjust the pressure on this pump. It is a great pump in every aspect though. Very quiet and delivers consistent pressure.
331990
I used my air compressor that I have in my garage. I set the pressure to 25 psi to not create too much pressure.
1305905
As far as i know it should work just fine. Are the pre set pressures in the range of what you want. You can adjust them some. I hope this may help you.
2102366
From what ive read most people recommend a lower pressure so i would guess you compresser would work.
691541
When I use mine, I let it come up to pressure and it stops itself somewhat over 120psi at the tank. I have the output side of the regulator set to about 50 psi for filling tires on vehicles. Part way through filling up a tire the compressor will turn on again to bring the tank up to pressure again. If you are expecting the compressor to turn off at what you have set the regulator to, that is now how it works. The compressor will always fill the tank with its "normal" operating pressure and the regulator outputs the selected pressure.
691539
When I use mine, I let it come up to pressure and it stops itself somewhat over 120psi at the tank. I have the output side of the regulator set to about 50 psi for filling tires on vehicles. Part way through filling up a tire the compressor will turn on again to bring the tank up to pressure again.If you are expecting the compressor to turn off at what you have set the regulator to, that is now how it works. The compressor will always fill the tank with its "normal" operating pressure and the regulator outputs the selected pressure.
1279880
This is not that kind of compressor. It doessn't maintain or shut off at specific psi. It is just for airing up tires.
1055050
Adjust your flow knob. Also crank it up. I spray around 35-40 psi depending on the solution. When you set your psi are you watching what happens to the gage after you pull the trigger. My often drops and I have to readjust the pressure. Hope this helps.