Although the SharpenAir™ is quick and easy to use it is helpful to read our instructions before your first use to ensure proper sharpening of your airbrush fluid needle.  

Please note that removing a severely bent or damaged needle may cause further damage to your airbrush. Before removing the damaged fluid needle to begin the repair process we recommend inspecting and manually straightening severe bends to reduce risk of further damage to the body of your airbrush.

Step 1:  Place the needle in the slot allowing the needle to reach the end of the runner.  With minimal pressure begin rotating the needle in a clockwise direction; about 10-15 revolutions.  Pull the needle out and check the tip.  You may need to repeat this step a few times to achieve the desired straightness and/or until the burr is removed.

  
Step 2: This runner is at less of an angle than Step 1 and uses a less aggressive stone. Using the same amount of revolutions as step 1 (10-15), this step eases the angle even further in order to reach stock angle. This process will also help in removing some of the step one sand scratches.  

 

Step 3 and Step 4 are designed utilizing the same angle. These steps are designed to repair the ENTIRE cone. 

Step 3 contains a sanding stone consisting of a lower grit to quickly reshape the entire cone if needed.  This step is optional. Smaller repairs may be completed at Step 2, however, a more damaged needle may utilize all steps in order to be completely sharpened. 

Step 4 contains a higher grit sharpening stone and will further sand out the scratches from Step 3. 

 

If you have any further questions on how to operate your SharpenAir™ please feel free to contact us and we will be happy to help!

Quick tip: SharpenAir™ sharpening stones are designed for you to receive maximum amount of use. They are each double-sided and can be rotated and flipped giving you the best results. When the time comes, replacement stones can be purchase on our website. 

Polishing Pad tip:  After sharpening your airbrush needle it may help to polish out the needle in order to avoid the onset of Dry Tip.  An easy way of doing this is to use the provided Polishing pad that comes with your SharpenAir.  You can place the needle on the pad or wrap the polishing pad around the cone of the needle by pinching it in between your fingers holding pressure while you spin the needle.  A drill may be used it to spin faster while polishing but is not recommended to use a drill while using the SharpenAir. If you add alittle water or oil to the pad this will help with the polishing process.  Run the drill for 10-20 secs and repeat as many times as needed until the scratches have softened or smoothed. This step can be repeated using a soft cloth to further buff and polish your needle.

Enjoy your brand new airbrush needle!