turbine HVLP opinions anyone?

[JimD]

There are several Earlex HVLP units. There is a review of at least one of them at the Wood Whisperer website (may not be spelled right). He was fairly positive about it.

I'm not sure why car guys use conventional spray outfits. One reason may be the fact that they typically have large compressors already so air supply is not an issue. I believe air quality regulations are forcing professional shops towards HVLP. Car finishes are starting to go water borne but for clear I think the only option is solvent based and to match existing finishes will require solvent based paint too. I've used conventional spray gear too and even HF guns will shot a pretty good finish. But you need a lot of air and the pressure you are using tends to lead to the finish bouncing off the object being painted. With correctly adjusted HVLP you do not have hardly any bounce off. Shooting past the object is possible regardless.

Jim

[jnesmith]

What has been your experience with the Graco?

Nothing but good. However, the only thing I have had to compare it to, is the Rockler single stage unit. Night and day between the two.

I have a smallish compressor, and no room for or desire to buy a larger one. A turbine was the answer for me, but I did not want to spend $1000 or so for a top end unit. I'm so glad I was patient in my search for a used one.

[jussi]

There's a guy on SMC selling a Fuji Q3 for $250.

[chopnhack]

That's a heck of a deal on the q3.... if its like new.

Here's a good thread from the wood whisperer on turbines

[jnesmith]

There's a guy on SMC selling a Fuji Q3 for $250.

I would snatch that up if I were in the market.

[drumpriest]

Anyone got a link to the q3 on SMC?? I can't seem to find it.

Thanks guys for all of the input!

[jussi]

Anyone got a link to the q3 on SMC?? I can't seem to find it.

Thanks guys for all of the input!

Looks like he sold it unfortunately.

http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showthre...getting-closer