SharpenAir Needle Sharpening Device
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Sharpenair Airbrush Needle Sharpener
Delivers Functionality at its Best
Equipped with four custom-sized diamond grit coated stones positioned precisely within the casing, damaged needles are restored to their factory angles and ready for spraying the finest detail. Needles can be reshaped and sharpened repeatedly.
Compatible with the world’s leading airbrush manufacturers.
Elegant in its simplicity, the Sharpenair airbrush needle sharpening device is a nonelectric, hand-held sharpener capable of restoring bent airbrush needles to near new quality. The sharpener’s precise design guarantees that you can repair damaged needles without compromising their factory angle. The entire process takes a mere 1 to 5 minutes. The company also provides online instructional videos to guide you through the process.
This very practical tool was designed by airbrush artist Chad Elliott who intimately understood the frustrations and needs of the airbrushing community. Smaller than most Smartphones, it measures just 3.5 inches by 3.5 inches. It has a sturdy molded plastic exterior. Portable and tough, it can be included in any airbrush artist’s kit without fear of damage.
The patented interior sharpening mechanism is comprised of four diamond grit plated sanding stones with stainless steel plates. Four separate, precisely angled, runners guide the needles to the sharpening stones. This design takes the guess work out of the sharpening and straightening process. The user simply rotates the needle gently in the runners to completely and correctly repair a bent needle.
Versatility is the key to Sharpenair’s success as an airbrush needle sharpening device. It is compatible with multiple different sizes and brands of airbrush needles. Universal in nature, this tool can also be modified to accommodate the thicker shafts of the DeVilbiss Dagr and some Paschae models at no extra charge.
The cost savings inherent in repairing rather than replacing bent needles is obvious. The larger cost savings could very well be in time saved. Projects can be delayed hours, even days, waiting for hard to find replacement needles. Time is literally money for an artist and the more time spent on a project, the less money earned, not to mention staying on schedule and meeting deadlines.
As a tool that repairs tools, the Sharpenair is invaluable. Its durable structure and effective design guarantee a long life-span. The sharpening stones can be replaced when necessary. The ability to repair a bent needle rather than replace it increases profit and productivity. This tool is a essential component of any airbrush artist’s kit.
2 Models available:
One for all Iwata, harder and Steenbeck, Badger and other similar needles,
one for Paasche Talon and DeVilbiss needle type. Please specify which one you need in order comments field. If no comments left, standard Iwata type will be sent.
So I’ve had the sharpenair needle sharpener for Paasche needles now for 15 months. The short answer is that it works well. I’ve straightened out some needles that probably had a bend pushing 10 - 15 degrees, so bad I had to forcefully pull them out of the airbrush and it looked like the enclosed pics. I did sharpen them significantly longer than the instructional video recommended and by doing so I did take off so much material that the needle did extend beyond the protective cap, so no more dropping that airbrush and needle. I know without a doubt that the sharpener has paid for itself compared to replacing the needles, I’m kinda clumsy. So I’m very happy with how they have prolonged my Paasche needles lives and would recommend it. When I break down my airbrushes and needles for a thorough cleaning I now do a quick touch up sharpening on the needles and it’s like using a new needle. Also, spray gunner has been a top notch company to do business with. My orders are packed with care, items shrink wrapped together and not in one big bundle, the shipping is always on time if not early. In the pushing ten orders I’ve made it’s been nothing but five star service.
Sha
This brought 4 needles back to life in the first use, the youtube videos are super clear and the device itself is really easy to use. I started with a cheap needle to start with but had no problem fixing 4 needles in 45 minutes. It was a little finicky with the 0.15 H&S needle, but it only took a few extra tries to get it good as new.
I got it today and just fixed two tamiya needles in a few minutes. It paid for itself in a single day. Amazing stuff.
This tool will definitely save you some money. It’s worth the investment in having one by your side.