Jasahan Posted November 13, 2014 Report Share Posted November 13, 2014 And by ignorant, I mean REALLY ignorant. I have almost zero knowledge base. However, we were just donated three HVLP spray guns from Anest Iwata (http://anestiwata.com/product/az3-hvlp-s-impact/). But I don't know what to do next. Obviously, I need a compressor, or some sort of airless unit. But I don't know what to look for. We have a compressor, but it is a cheap one from ALDI, and just use it with our nailer and to blow out machinery. If anyone is aware of a general overview so I have some context, that be great. Or, if you just know of the right equipment for this gun, that is helpful. I saw this: http://www.jnequipment.com/show_detail.php?item=253958S%26D_-_Graco_390_Stand_Airless_Sprayer_%28Floor_Model%29. Is this appropriate at all? Also, sorry, as I'm sure this has happened countless times on this board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwacker Posted November 13, 2014 Report Share Posted November 13, 2014 The gun you linked to will need a big compressor it uses about 11cfm but more likely 13. The Graco is an airless paint sprayer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasahan Posted November 13, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2014 I realized the air thing about 2 minutes after I posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Mosher Posted November 16, 2014 Report Share Posted November 16, 2014 Iwata makes a really nice gun, as long as you supply enough CFM it should work really well for you. Also make sure and get the larger ID air hose (5/8" instead of 1/4") The larger diameter supplies more air volume and makes the gun atomize better ( HVLP = High VOLUME of air, Low pressure) So according to the spec sheet for your gun you will need a compressor that will put out 13CFM at 35 PSI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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