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- Dec 27, 2008
I'd be abit wary of using any type of shop air compressor. Most are designed to remove moisture (water) but still contain oil to keep the compressor and tool lubricated.
A compressor used for air brushing should be both moisture and oil free.
And yes, vacuums can create a very high amount of static electricity because of the constantly moving air, but if used properly and with caution, should not pose a problem. There are vacuums specifically designed just for useage on electronic parts.
Actually, any oil that passes into the air lines is incidental and extremely minimal unless the compressor's piston rings are shot. The oil for lubricating pneumatic shop tools is added to the tool itself.
As far as water, except in unusual cases where the compressor might sit unused for very long periods of time and the tank condensation be allowed to build up, it shouldn't pose a problem. Compressors have a drain **** on the bottom of the tanks to control this. Water would only be a problem if you wre using the compressor for auto spray painting and then you would add a water filter to the line.