"r.p.mcmurphy" wrote in message
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Hi all, bought a compressor of ebay, and some airline and tools from
machine mart only to find i now need fittings to couple 'em all together!
can someone explain the basics about compressors for me?
i.e...lubrication for the tools, using paint spray guns, precautions etc
etc? also the compressor has an air outlet attached to the body of the
air receiver and two outlets on what appears to be an air pressure
adjustable gadget...which do i use for what?

TIA!

Steve

Usually Machine Mart sell their air tools and hoses with 1/4"BSP screw
connections made on, but I assume you are talking about quick release
connectors.

There are various types of connectors, PCL, Euro, and Bayonet connectors. I
bought some sets from Ebay that were similar to the Euro type connectors but
were very reasonably priced.

Spray guns, Blow guns, Tyre inflators don't need lubrication. Nail guns /
staplers do need lubrication, you can lubricate them manually or buy an
inline oiler for constant use.

The variable pressure regulator normally controls pressure on one of the
outlets, the outlet other may be unregulated.