Any Paint sprayers on here? what gun for a beginer

[RetroTed]

As per title really guy's

I've recently resprayed my RST escort in 2 pak diamond white base paint to a reasonable standard which i'm happy with and now its given me the confidence to paint my metallic blue 3i

So what gun should I buy and can i use the same gun for base paint and lacquers ? I've heard that devilbiss offer decent duns for around £140

Any suggestions greatly received

[paintman]

What compressor have you got?

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It's a 100L Sealey
Model No: SAC10030F
Motor Output: 3hp
Supply: 230V
Phase: 1ph
Minimum Rated Supply: 13A
Air Displacement cfm(ltr/min): 11.4(320)
Maximum Free Air Delivery cfm(ltr/min): 8(226)
Maximum Pressure: 116psi(8bar)
Receiver Capacity: 100ltr
Outlet: Quick Release Coupling
Size (W x D x H): 970 x 360 x 765mm
Weight: 34kg

[paintman]

Pretty much any spraygun that takes your fancy.
Devilbiss have been around for years & are of good quality. As are Sata & Iwata - both of which I use for SMART repair.

I'd advise a gravity fed gun.

No reason why you can't use the same gun for colour coats & for clearcoat.
You will need to thoroughly clean the gun out between the two but you should do that after you've done anyway - as I'm sure you're aware with 2k materials you have a limited potlife once mixed & leaving it too long can make cleaning the gun a real headache.
Depending on the Tech Data Sheets (TDS) you should get with your chosen paint & clear you may need to change the fluid set-up for the different materials.

You will need a moisture separator between the compressor & the gun. Drain this & the tank periodically. You'll be surprised just how much water you'll get out.

A small pressure gauge/regulator fitted to the bottom of the gun - some of the more expensive have one inbuilt - will allow you to get the pressure at the gun right for the material you are using. If you set it at the compressor there will be a drop in the line so it will be lower at the gun.

What provision have you made for breathing protection?

ETA. Not used them, but these might give you an idea of the various guns & other equipment: https://www.spraygunsdirect.co.uk/index.php/sprayg...

Edited by paintman on Tuesday 9th January 00:03

[caduceus]

Devilbiss Finishline FLG 5 is a good gun which can be used for primer, base and clear, providing you have the correct tips.

[classicyanktanks]

caduceus said:

Devilbiss Finishline FLG 5 is a good gun which can be used for primer, base and clear, providing you have the correct tips.

I used one of those was st. Bought a gti pro lite. Much better.

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classicyanktanks said:

I used one of those was st. Bought a gti pro lite. Much better.

big money those

[Slammedorion]

Buy the best you can afford
Even if that means buying 2nd hand