Frequently Asked Questions
Airless paint sprayers apply paints by means of atomization. The fluid to be sprayed is pumped at high pressures through a very small orifice. When the fluid enters the atmosphere, it breaks up into little droplets, forming a sheet. This allows for accurate control over the application of the fluid.
Airless spray guns operate while connected to a high pressure pump commonly producing 300 to 7,500 psi (or about 20 to 500 bar) pressure to atomize the liquid to be sprayed, using different tip sizes to achieve the desired spray pattern. This type of system is generally used by contract painters for easy painting of heavy duty industrial, domestic, chemical, anti-corrosion and marine coatings.
- No compressor required
- Light weight and easy to transport
- Easy to setup, use and clean
- Save thousands on labour and paint costs
- Paint textured surfaces in seconds
- High-speed painting, up to 400 square meters per day
- Change paint colours quickly and easily
- Ideal for exterior walls, boundary walls and roofs
| Typically you should use whatever the thinner is for the material you are spraying, for example;
Latex = Water |
Airless spray painters should be thoroughly after EVERY use! Be sure to also clean the filters, housing, gun and tip.
All machine services are carried out at our premises. We are able to service and repair most market leading spray machines from brands like Titan, Graco, AGP, Airlessco & ASM. Simply drop off your spray machine at our service centre and we will take care of the rest.
It depends on demand as well as the condition of the machinery and parts but a standard service will usually take 5-7 days.
We do offer a hire service in Johannesburg and surrounding areas. The cost of hiring one of our electric machines is R 850.00 per day (Excl. VAT). A refundable deposit of R 5,000.00 is required on all machine hires. Please call or email us to book a machine in advance.
There are four main pencil filter mesh sizes, colour coded as follows.
- Red : Very Fine (for gloss and lacquers)
- Yellow : Fine (for eggshells and acrylics)
- White : Medium (for emulsions)
- Green : Course (for smooth masonry)
For any questions relating to your airless paint sprayer or accessories please call us on 011 680 1660.
It is best to spray at the lowest pressure that provides a good spray pattern in order to reduce overspray. Start at low spray and spray on a piece of cardboard. If you see lines on the top or bottom of the spray pattern, increase the spray pressure until the lines go away.