airbrush [2]

Instrument that pulverizes paint or ink by means of compressed air pressure.

cross section of an airbrush

air valve

Valve that controls the flow of compressed air.

air flow

Compressed air moving toward the nozzle.

nozzle

Metal part with an opening through which air and paint combine to create a color spray.

pivot

Component that opens the air valve and is controlled by the main lever.

needle

Movable part that regulates the flow of paint and is controlled by the main lever.

fluid cup

Receptacle that holds the paint, a certain amount of which is drawn in with the air, depending on the position of the needle.

main lever

Device that releases air when pressed and slides back, moving the needle to open the nozzle to varying degrees.

needle assembly

Device in which the needle moves.

color spray

Pulverized paint.