HVLP atomization
utilizes a high volume of air delivered at 10 psi or less to
atomize fluid material into a soft, low-velocity pattern. This
reduction in the velocity of the airstream over the 40 to 70
psi typically delivered by conventional spray method results
in a more controlled spray pattern, less bounce-back and enhanced
transfer efficiency. Transfer efficiency can be defined as the
amount of paint sprayed that goes onto the part as compared
to the amount lost to overspray and bounceback.
The conventional
paint guns have a low paint transfer efficiency, and a high
bounceback. The HVLP delivers paint at a lower pressure, reducing
bounceback and overspray and increasing transfer efficiency.
Meaning, more of the paint adheres to the vehicle and less is
wasted.
HVLP can
be used with all automotive refinishing materials including
primers, basecoats, clearcoats, and single stages.
