HVLP Turbine Vs Compressor HVLP Spray Gun
What is a Turbine HVLP Spray Gun and What is a Compressor HVLP Spray Gun?
- A turbine HVLP Spray Gun is an independent system that utilizes a turbine to generate the volume of air that an HVLP Spray Gun requires to spray. The turbine draws sufficient air into the unit which is then transferred through the hose which provides the air needed for atomization.
- A compressor fed HVLP Spray gun utilizes compressed air generated by the air compressor to feed the required volume of air to the spray gun. If you are trying to determine the proper compressor for your spray application here is an article covering air compressor sizes and types for spray guns.
What are the Pros and Cons of a Turbine HVLP Spray Gun
Pros
- Portability – A turbine HVLP Spray gun is self contained and can be used anywhere an electric outlet is available. This makes the turbine unit ideal for on site painting work.
- Affordable – A Complete Turbine HVLP Outfit will cost around $1000 dollars, compared to a HVLP Spray gun and Compressor which can cost approximately $2500.00 for the outfit.
Cons
- Limited to Suction, small pressure cup (no pressure tanks available), and Gravity Fed application methods: To better understand the pros and cons of gravity, suction ,and pressure feed spray guns here is an overview
- Limited to HVLP Application method
What are the Pros and Cons of a Compressor and HVLP Spray Gun?
Pros
- Can handle multiple painters if your compressor is big enough
- Allows for use of conventional and other spray gun technologies
- Long life under frequent use
Cons
- Initial cost of the compressor is high
- Not portable
Which is Right For You?
- If you need portability for field work that would make sense to use an HVLP Spray gun over an airless or air assist airless outfit because you will be spraying smaller targets and smaller volumes of coating then a turbine unit is a great idea
- If you will be painting in a stationary shop, want to have diversity with the spray gun technology you will use, or want to be able to support more than a single painter then a HVLP Spray Gun and Compressor is ideal.