What is the difference between MP, VS, HVLP and LVLP?

What is the difference between MP, VS, HVLP and LVLP?

Understanding Spray Gun Types: Key Differences

Choosing the right spray gun can seem complex due to the overlap between different types, but fundamentally, it comes down to two key factors:

  1. Material Delivery Rate – How much paint the gun (specifically the nozzle) can deliver.
  2. Operating Pressure – The pressure range the gun is designed to work with.

These factors influence how the paint is applied, affecting:

  • The flow rate that suits the technician’s spraying style.
  • The fan pattern width and distribution, which determine how efficiently a surface can be covered.

Professional vs. DIY Considerations

  • Professional Spray Guns: Experienced technicians look for a consistent, wide fan pattern with even distribution, allowing them to work quickly while maintaining control over material drying times. This ensures large surfaces are covered efficiently and smoothly.

  • Home DIY Users: The choice is often limited by the compressor size. Smaller compressors may struggle to maintain the air supply required for high-performance spray guns, influencing which models can be used effectively.

For more guidance, see Porphis’s help sheet below.

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