HVLP

[Steve Maskery]

I used to have an Apollo 800 HVLP. It was excellent. The turbine and hose grew legs but I do still have the Proline gun. I'm wondering whether I could power this professional gun with a cheap Earlex system. I realise I might have to change the coupler, but would it, in principle, be a viable setup?

 

[Myfordman]

I can't see why it would not work Steve. I don't think they are too fussy on V and P but you could possibly reduce it if needed in the coupler arrangement.
Maybe someone near you has an earlex you can try it out if you are concerned.

 

[Steve Maskery]

Thanks Bob, I'm inclined to try it. IIRC there is an air-flow adjuster on the gun. I never used it much as I didn't have a proper spray booth. Still don't actually, but at least now it will be easier to cobble together something useable.