Choosing the right aircap for paint guns is crucial in optimizing paint transfer efficiency, atomization quality, and suitability for different paint viscosities. This guide covers the main types of aircaps and their characteristics, helping you enhance the coating process and save time and resources.
1. Conventional Aircaps
- Transfer Efficiency: 15–40% (lower than other types)
- Atomization: Excellent paint atomization
- Air Consumption: High
- Paint Viscosity: Suitable for all viscosities
2. HVLP (High Volume, Low Pressure) Aircaps
- Transfer Efficiency: 30–60% (higher efficiency)
- Atomization: Lower than conventional
- Certification: VOC reduction certified when used below 10 psi (0.7 bar) air pressure
- Paint Viscosity: Ideal for low viscosity paints
3. LVMP (Low Volume, Medium Pressure) Aircaps
- Combination: Blends the characteristics of conventional and HVLP aircaps
- Atomization and Efficiency: Achieves similar atomization to conventional and efficiency comparable to HVLP
- Paint Viscosity: Suitable for low to medium viscosity paints
4. Long-Horn Aircaps
- Design: Extended horns for better airflow control
- Spray Pattern: Wider and more stable, with precise edge control
- Advantages: Excellent for wide coverage
5. Short-Horn Aircaps
- Design: Compact with shorter horns
- Spray Pattern: Balanced and controlled, ideal for detailed or small-area work
- Advantages: Versatile; good for precision work in confined areas
6. No-Horn Aircaps
- Design: Compact, with no extended “horns”
- Spray Pattern: Focused and consistent; ideal for detailed work in tight spaces
- Advantages: Excellent maneuverability; reduced clogging and maintenance requirements
Final Tip
Starting a new project or aiming to improve efficiency? Choosing the right aircap is key. Each type impacts paint transfer efficiency, atomization quality, and suitability for different viscosities and surface sizes, ultimately saving time and resources.
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