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Learn me something about spray paint guns?

Posted on 10/22/19 at 5:39 pm
Posted by VanRIch
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Member since Sep 2007
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Posted on 10/22/19 at 5:39 pm
I have a regular compressor that I use for nail guns, etc. Will this gun work with a regular compressor or do I need something different. I’m just wanting something to paint my shed and some furniture.
Posted by Rossberg02
Member since Jun 2016
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Posted on 10/22/19 at 7:27 pm to
Better question is will your compressor work.

Probably need a 4cfm and 15 gallon or better compressor.
Posted by Clames
Member since Oct 2010
16572 posts
Posted on 10/22/19 at 7:59 pm to
Or a Makita 5200, 5.2 gallon and 6.5 SCFM a 90 psi.
Posted by VanRIch
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Member since Sep 2007
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Posted on 10/22/19 at 8:27 pm to
I have a Campbell Hausfield 13 gallon
6.9 SCFM @40 PSI
5.5 SCFM @5.5 PSI

I’m guessing this will work then. I just wasn’t sure if there was a compressor that was made specifically for paint sprayers.
Posted by Rossberg02
Member since Jun 2016
2591 posts
Posted on 10/22/19 at 8:53 pm to
I’m sure there’s compressor built for just painting but with the specs you have and the specs we posted, you’d be fine.

I say go for it if reviews and QnA on it are positive.
Posted by Clames
Member since Oct 2010
16572 posts
Posted on 10/22/19 at 9:31 pm to
It will work ok, just don't expect to spray for more than a handful of seconds at a time. HVLP guns don't need more than 50 psi depending on the paint you are spraying but they do consume a considerable volume of air. I have a Kobalt siphon/pressure feed HVLP gun for latex paints, been painting my kitchen cabinets with it this week. Practice on a scrap piece of drywall and dial in the gun before you get started and buy/use paint filter funnels. Even new paint has gobs of solids that will block a sprayer with a quickness. These sprayers take patience and experience, don't be in a hurry.
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