Paint Pressure Pots
The hand held spray gun can hold about one litre of paint. This is a kilogram weight on the spray painters hand. The gun must also be refilled every few minutes. With every refill, you slow the job down and you stand a chance of a slight colour difference. By the time you refilled the gun, the previous paint has dried and the new paint forms marks and increases the polishing work. With Airpower paint pressure pots, you can spray continuously until the 10 litre or 24 litre pot is empty. Without any delay.
FAQs
Why should I use a pressure pot instead of a standard gravity-feed spray gun?
A standard gun holds only 1 litre, requiring frequent refills that slow down production and can cause color variations. Airpower pressure pots (10L or 24L) allow you to spray continuously for large jobs without stopping, ensuring a consistent finish and significantly faster work rates.
Do your pressure pots come with agitation systems?
Yes, pressure pots often require agitation to keep the paint mixed and prevent settling, especially for metallic or heavy primers. We can advise on models with manual or air-driven agitators depending on your material needs.
What size compressor do I need to run a paint pressure pot?
The pot itself doesn’t consume air, but the spray gun attached to it does. You generally need a compressor that delivers at least 10–14 CFM (roughly a 3HP/150L unit or larger) to maintain the constant pressure required for high-quality continuous spraying.
Can I use water-based paints in these pressure pots?
Yes, but you must ensure the pot and lines are cleaned thoroughly immediately after use. Our pots are robust, but dried water-based paint can corrode or clog fittings if left to sit. Stainless steel liners are often recommended for water-based applications.
What is the maximum hose length I can use with a pressure pot?
One of the main benefits of a pressure pot is the ability to spray upside down or in tight spots without the weight of a cup. You can typically run fluid and air hoses up to 10–15 meters, allowing you to paint large structures or ceilings while leaving the heavy pot on the floor.
Refrigerated Dryers
Refrigerated air dryers from 750 liters/min up to 17000 liter/min ex-stock. Larger ex overseas. Dew point 4°C under pressure. Automatic drain pre and manual drain after filters.
Screw Compressors
Screw compressors have no valves or other mechanical forces to cause imbalances unlike piston compressors.
Compressor Components
Airpower keeps universal spare parts for compressors. Pressure switches, non return valves and safety valves are universal to all compressors. Bottom entry filters/ regulators, electric motors and starters can be used for many makes of compressors.
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