What PSI should I spray clear coat?

When spraying base coat clear coat systems, you want to spray at 26-29 PSI. You measure this PSI by pulling the trigger and letting air flow through the tip of your gun with your dial or digital readout saying 26-29 PSI.

What PSI should I spray car?

Usually, you could look at the back of the can and use those mixing ratios, go by whatever's recommended. But you should spray at 24 to 28, 29 PSI. With enamels, you can cut it down a little bit to 25, 26, 27 PSI. For base coat/clear coat, I like it a little higher at 28-29PSI.

What PSI should a HVLP gun be set at?

We recommend painting between 25-30 psi while the trigger is pulled. You may see some paint tech sheets which refer to a painting air pressure of 8-10. Don't set the spray gun to those as this measurement is referring to the air cap pressure right where the paint comes out.

Can you spray clear coat with a 1.4 tip?

The 1.4mm tip set up is ideal for use with base coats, clear coats, single stage, primers and other light to medium and some heavier viscosity paint coating materials. The 1.4 mm is a very universal tip size.

Is 1.3 good for clear coat?

The 1.3mm is a great general clear coat tip and is also good for thinner base coats, waterborne and single-stage paints.

The Best Paint Gun Settings for Spraying Clearcoat

What pressure do you spray base coat?

When spraying base coat you want to spray at about 26-29 PSI. They way you read this is at your gun, trigger pulled air flowing through and your dial reading 26 psi. When spraying clear coat I like to up the pressure 2-3 psi for a little more atomization and better flow out.

What causes orange peel HVLP?

With the newer water-based materials orange peel is usually a result of spraying on too thick of a film. Try spraying an extremely THIN FILM, but still WET coat. A wet coat being “no dry spots that you think will flow together” and at the other end “no puddles or runs”. Remember don't turn the air down too much.

What psi should I spray single stage?

I like to use 26-27 psi for base coat and single stage enamel and 28-29 psi for clear coat. Sometimes, your spray gun will show that you need to set it up to 10 pounds of pressure.

Can I paint a car with a 30 gallon air compressor?

That being said, most air compressors with an air tank capacity of 30 gallons and up can usually handle painting a car. If you're painting a classic full-size car or want to play it safe, a tank of 60 gallons or more should be enough to coat the vehicle in a single pass.

How many coats of clear is too much?

I would say no more than 4 total. But hey, every painter has his preference. Go by the manufacturers recomendations. I almost always spray 3 coats but 2 to 4 should work.

Do you need to thin clear coat?

The clear coat should be thin but have enough coverage that there are no holes in the layers.

What size air compressor do I need for HVLP?

HVLP guns require plenty of air, so you need to have a larger capacity compressor higher than those used for diy home works. In order to spray the full range of finishing products, however, you need at least a 21⁄2 to 3 HP compressor with a 75 liters (20 gallons) tank.

Why does my spray paint look blotchy?

They are caused by improper handling of the spray paint can or sprayer. Beginner mistakes like lingering too long on one spot, stopping your spray on the project, or being too close are all causes of that blotchy spray paint look.

What pressure do you spray 2K paint?

Step 3: Get the right spray gun with which you'll apply the 2K paint. Set it to the right pressure level(psi). Usually, it's between 27-30 psi for this kind of paint.

How long do you let base coat dry before clear coat?

Let the base coat dry completely before moving on to the clear coat. It'll usually take about 30 minutes for the base coat to dry, but depending on the temperature and humidity, it could take closer to 60 minutes.

What size compressor Do I need to spray paint?

Paint sprayers require a compressor with a large tank, preferably from 50 gallons and above, in order to be able to keep up with the spray gun.

Why is my clear coat not glossy?

The likely cause is that the paint was applied too thin per coat or the nozzle was too far away. A coat thick enough to get a glossy sheen is seen but not too thick that runs develop is the proper technique. Practice on a similar surface is suggested.