AS186 body shown; US listing is 120VWORKBENCH PICKCraft tools
Give your airbrush a tank.
Timbertech AS186
Compressor only · US listing
Buyer feedback ↓A compact oil-free compressor with a receiver tank, regulator and water trap. It is a separate air source for an airbrush you choose yourself.
- 3 LAir tankReceiver beneath the compressor≈ 0.79 US gallons
- 120 VUS listingCheck the rating on the delivered unit
- Oil-freePiston designNo compressor oil changes
Amazon US · Compressor only · US listing · Retailer link
THE QUICK TAKE
Is it right for you?
Choose it for a separate, regulated air source for model painting. The tank stores air between motor cycles, and the front gauge puts pressure adjustment within reach. You can choose the airbrush and hose around your own work.
Look elsewhere if you need to run spray guns or other air tools. This is a small airbrush compressor, not a workshop air supply. It also needs space for cooling and access to drain collected moisture; a tank does not remove those chores.
01 / BUYING NOTES
Before you buy.
02 / AMAZON REVIEWS
The buyers’ view.
Owners describe relatively quiet operation, and one airbrush user credits the tank with keeping pressure steady. Another finds the compressor lightweight and easy to hook up, with straightforward pressure adjustment.
One owner reports considerable heat during a longer session and says their first unit arrived nonfunctional, though the manufacturer responded promptly with an offer of replacement parts.
What buyers like
- performance80
- noise level45
- pressure control22
- Value for money20
- ease of use11
Mixed feedback
- Durability17
- airflow consistency8
Common concerns
- heat13
The small numbers are review mentions. Topics and sentiment are from Amazon’s customer-review overview.
Amazon US · Checked . Ratings may include other colors and sizes.
View source ↗03 / SOURCES
What the sources say.
The selected listing identifies a tanked oil-free compressor with a regulator and water trap. It is the compressor-only selection, so an airbrush and suitable hose are separate.
The platform guide shows the regulator, water drain and tank layout, and explains checking working pressure with air flowing. Its UK plug and bundled accessories do not describe the selected US listing.
04 / COMPARE
Different priorities.
Choose the tradeoff that fits how you will use it.
Swipe to see every alternative →
THIS GUIDETimbertech AS186Compressor only · US listing |  ALTERNATIVEIwata Power Jet ProIS975 |  ALTERNATIVETimbertech ABPST08Added cylinder fan | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon price | $80.99 | $535.00 | $86.99 |
| Best for | A separate model-painting air source | Two independently regulated brushes | Similar compact tank format |
| How it works | Tanked compressor with one regulated outlet | Separate gauges and outlets | Additional cylinder cooling fan |
| Before buying | Airbrush and hose are separate | Larger investment and heavier to move | Choose the exact regional electrical version |
| Explore | Read buying guide →Amazon source ↗ | Read buying guide →Source ↗ | Read buying guide →Amazon source ↗ |
About these everyday comparisons
Approximate comparisons to familiar objects: a bank card’s 3.37-inch long edge, a Letter sheet’s 11-inch long edge, or a US nickel’s 21.21 mm diameter / 5 g weight. Water comparisons exclude the container’s weight. Capacity comparisons describe volume, not exterior size or how food fits. Reference pictures identify the object; use the labeled ratio for the comparison.
05 / PRICE HISTORY
The price over time.
Timbertech AS186 · Compressor only · US listing · Amazon US
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06 / RELATED FINDS
A few useful extras.
For the way you plan to use it.
Give the brush a resting place.
Iwata Universal Airbrush Holder
A clamped holder parks a gravity-feed airbrush upright beside the work.
Keep color changes contained.
Iwata Universal Spray Out Pot
A dedicated flushing jar holds cleaning spray during color changes.