HVLP spray guns

[John Gausby]

The gun from Harbor freight is a "Central Pneumatic" HVLP detail gun. It looks like a copy of the Sata.      Item #46719.   The cost is $60 . A little more if shipping is needed. Most large cities have a store. Allow some extra time if you have a store near you. Lots of stuff to look at.

If i painted more often then i would invest in a Sata....however i only paint about once to twice a year so it will be quite a while before i wear this gun out.  It does a great job when adjusted correctly for model use. I have been setting pressure at 30 PSI and the spray pattern as narrow as possible. Material flow adjustment for PPG Concept is about 1 1/2 turns out from fully closed. It doesn't take much.

The gun that Buddy described from Advance looks good also. 

Back in the 80's i spent $150 on a Binks detail gun and found that it was not worth it for the small amount of painting that i did. I also use a Paashe VL airbrush for small work and love it!!

John


----- Original Message ----- 
From: Amir Neshati 
To: discussion at nsrca.org
Sent: 8/13/2003 3:04:00 AM 
Subject: Re: HVLP spray guns


Well, if you change your mind about the Sata, here's a link that has the best prices
on them.....the Sata Mini Jet SR has a 7" wide fan, which is the widest of the smaller guns
that I know of...........Well, last time I checked a bunch of places, they had the best prices,
so do a little research before I spend your money ;-)
http://www.everhartsales.com

You can also check www.harborfreight.com  their HVLP stuff seem to be doing well
for the people I know. I think you can get a small gun for around $60ish including the
regulator. I believe they ship for free for most items over $50.

Another place to look is E-Bay. I've seen a lot of retailers advertise there and you 
should be able to find a few online sellers there.

If you're getting a smaller gun, and it will be your only gun, look for a 1.0 mm tip. Anything
smaller may not pass some primers through. The paint/primer Radio South sells will work
great.

Amir



----- Original Message ----- 
From: Steve & Cindy Kessler 
To: discussion at nsrca.org 
Sent: Tuesday, August 12, 2003 6:30 PM
Subject: HVLP spray guns


I am looking for a moderatly priced HVLP spray gun to paint PPG Concept on my pattern fuse.  I have looked at the Sata mini gun, but at +$200, it is more than I want to spend.  Is there a cheaper gun that can give good paint finishes?

Thanks - Steve
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