I too have one which I use occasionally on my Clarkson, though it's a bit big for it really.
In my case it uses very little air at all; I have a small Gast diaphragm compressor, originally for keeping +ve pressure in underground cables.
It's very similar to an airbrush compressor, but I find the air flow is so low that it gets quite hot; it really needs an air bleed.
One thing I would consider is adding a small desiccator; mine is just the little plastic bowl type, to which I've added male and female airline connectors.
Enjoy the new toy, it really is a lot easier than whatever you've used before.
Since I last used it, I've completed a small portable compressor setup using a Gast flat twin, with a 10l pressure vessel and pressure regulator switch etc.
I've yet to try it on the air spindle, but I'm sure it will be well over spec for the job.
Have a look on Ebay UK only and search for
"air compressor pressure switch control valve"
Once you get above about £9.75, you will find some controllers complete with gauges, fittings and other useful bits.
Bill