Bodywork paint spray gun

Description and characteristics of paint spray guns for bodywork :

Primer, base and Clearcoat spray guns are essential tools in the automotive paint industry. These guns are used to apply different types of coating such as primers, Basecoats (coloured paints) and Clearcoats. The technical characteristics of these guns can vary depending on the make, model and specific application, but here are some general characteristics to consider:

Paint gun type:

Gravity spray gun :

The cup is located above the Nozzle, allowing for a finer spray and more precise operation.

Suction gun :

The cup is positioned below the Nozzle, which is convenient for large areas but can result in a slightly less fine spray.

Air pressure:

Most body spray guns operate with compressed air pressure. The recommended air pressure may vary depending on the type of coating being sprayed. Some guns offer pressure settings to suit different applications.

Nozzle and needle :

The size of the Nozzle and Needle is crucial to achieving the correct particle size when spraying. Nozzles of different sizes are often included to suit different types of coating.

Air flow and paint volume :

Body spray guns often have settings to control airflow and paint volume. These adjustments are essential to achieve the correct spray density and desired coverage.

Materials of construction:

Quality spray guns are often made from solvent and corrosion resistant materials, such as aluminium or stainless steel. This ensures durability in demanding working environments.

Atomisation systems :

Some spray guns are equipped with advanced atomisation systems that improve spray quality by producing finer paint particles, ensuring a smoother finish.

Easy cleaning:

Ease of disassembly and cleaning is an important aspect. Some guns are designed for quick disassembly and easy cleaning, which is essential to maintain gun performance and avoid paint contamination.

Compatibility with various coatings:

Some guns are specially designed to be versatile and compatible with a range of coatings, including primers, basecoats and Clearcoats. This offers flexibility in the body shop.

Ergonomics and ease of use:

The ergonomics of the gun, handle and controls are also important aspects to ensure optimum comfort over long periods of use.

Easy maintenance:

Some models are designed with components that are easy to maintain and replace, making it easier to maintain the gun on a regular basis.

It's essential to choose a gun based on the specifications of the coating to be applied and the specific requirements of the body shop. Quality spray guns help to achieve professional automotive paint results.

Our brands of car paint spray guns :

Sagola professional bodywork spray guns: Spanish performance and innovation

The Sagola brand, founded in Spain, is a major player in the automotive and industrial paint sector. For over 70 years, Sagola has been designing and manufacturing paint spray guns renowned for their quality, ergonomics and precision. Internationally recognised, the brand combines innovation, reliability and ease of use to meet the requirements of professional bodybuilders and vehicle maintenance workshops.

Each item in the Sagola range is designed to optimise paint application, reduce effort and guarantee an impeccable finish on any vehicle. The brand offers solutions for every application: primer, colour base, Clearcoat or protective film.

The advantages of Sagola spray guns :

• Precision and perfect atomisation: Sagola spray guns ensure even spraying, with a fine atomisation that ensures a uniform, flawless result, even on complete areas.
• Versatility: compatible with acrylic paints, waterborne paints and Clearcoats, they can be used for all bodywork processes, from one-off Touch up jobs to complete vehicle repairs.
• Ergonomics and comfort: lightweight and well-balanced, the guns reduce user fatigue, even during prolonged application. The handles and design allow precise control and accurate spray placement.
• Durability and robustness: the materials used are resistant to wear and tear and to the chemicals contained in paints and Clearcoats, ensuring a long tool life
• Economy and efficiency: thanks to excellent transfer efficiency, paint consumption is optimised, reducing waste and overall costs.

Technical features of Sagola spray guns:

• HVLP and RP technology: to comply with environmental standards while guaranteeing fine, even atomisation
• Customisable settings: each gun allows you to adjust the flow rate, spray width and pressure to suit the specific needs of each room or vehicle area
• Accessories and adapters: interchangeable nozzles, filters and maintenance kits to extend the gun's durability and versatility. Some models can be used with a motorised device or connected to a drill via an adaptor, for even faster work.
• Safety and reliability: Sagola spray guns ensure even application, limiting drips and defects while maintaining the paint's gloss level.

Why choose Sagola?

Choosing a Sagola paint spray gun means investing in a reliable, precise and durable tool. The brand combines innovation, versatility and ease of use, with solutions tailored to demanding professionals. Whether you're looking for an item for one-off use or an advanced version for a complete workshop, Sagola offers products that combine performance, ease of use and consistent quality.

In short, Sagola spray guns are a benchmark in the automotive paint sector. Their precision, ergonomics and durability make them essential tools for any bodybuilder looking to achieve professional, long-lasting results, while optimising effort and productivity.

Devilbiss bodywork paint spray guns: quality and professional performance:

The Devilbiss brand is one of the world's leading names in paint spraying. It has been present in the automotive and industrial sectors for over a century, and has made its mark thanks to the quality, reliability and constant innovation of its products. Used by both body shops and demanding professional painters, Devilbiss paint spray guns guarantee a high-quality, long-lasting finish.

The advantages of Devilbiss spray guns :

• Precision and consistency: Devilbiss technology ensures fine, even atomisation of the paint, giving uniform coverage of the vehicle's surface with no excess thickness.
• Versatility: compatible with different types of paint (acrylic, waterborne, Clearcoat, primers), the spray guns can be adapted to all stages of the painting process.
• Reduced effort: Their ergonomic design and light weight make them extremely comfortable to use, even during long working sessions.
• Product savings: Thanks to improved transfer efficiency, paint consumption is reduced, lowering overall costs and improving productivity
• Durability: Made from robust, wear-resistant materials, Devilbiss spray guns offer a long service life and maintain their performance over time.

Technical characteristics of Devilbiss guns for bodybuilders :

• HVLP and trans-tech technology: to meet environmental standards while guaranteeing high-precision application
• Customised settings: control of pressure, spray pattern and flow rate to adapt to the specific needs of each bodywork part
• Compatibility with a range of accessories: interchangeable nozzles, adapters, filters and maintenance kits for maximum versatility
• Safety and reliability: designed to offer a regular application, limiting the risk of defects and drips or loss of gloss

In short, choosing a Devilbiss body paint spray gun means investing in a top-of-the-range product, renowned for its precision, ease of use and durability. Whether you're applying a primer, a colour base or a Clearcoat, Devilbiss is a safe bet for achieving professional, long-lasting results.

Sata body paint spray gun: innovation and German excellence

The Sata brand is one of the world's leading manufacturers of Spray guns for bodywork and industry. Renowned for its German know-how and high standards of quality, Sata has established itself as a benchmark for professional bodybuilders and painters. Each item is the result of extensive research into precision, comfort and safety, guaranteeing consistent performance and a long service life.

The benefits of Sata spray guns :

• Optimum precision: Sata spray guns ensure ultra-fine, even atomisation, enabling each colour to be perfectly reproduced on the vehicle.
• Versatility: suitable for waterborne and acrylic paints, Clearcoats and primers, they can be easily integrated into any bodywork process.
• Ergonomics and comfort: designed to reduce user effort, Sata spray guns offer a comfortable grip, even during prolonged use
• Economy and efficiency: high-transfer technology means less paint is wasted, and therefore higher output
• Durability and robustness: thanks to top-quality materials, every part resists wear and tear and retains its performance over time

Technical features of Sata spray guns :

• HVLP and RP technology: to meet environmental standards while guaranteeing a high level of performance
• Precise settings: each gun allows you to adjust the flow rate, spray width and pressure to obtain a customised result on all surfaces
• Accessories and adaptors: interchangeable nozzles, filters and maintenance kits complete the range for total versatility
• Safety and reliability: each model is designed to offer consistent application, limiting application errors and optimising the finish

In short, a Sata body paint spray gun is a safe choice for professionals looking for a peerforming, reliable and ergonomic tool. Combining innovation, durability and quality, the German brand remains a benchmark in the automotive paint sector.

Smart bodywork paint spray guns: affordable performance and reliability:

The Smart brand has established itself as a benchmark in the automotive paint sector thanks to its reliable, affordable products, tailored to the needs of professionals and independent workshops alike. Known for its ability to combine quality, ease of use and durability, Smart offers a complete range of bodywork paint spray guns, ensuring professional results with every application.

Each Spray tool is designed to offer comfort, precision and ergonomics, guaranteeing fast, even paint application on any vehicle, whether it's a one-off Touch up or a complete bodywork application.

The benefits of Smart spray guns :

• Accuracy and consistency: Smart gun technology ensures fine, even atomisation to reproduce each colour perfectly and minimise defects on the painted surface.
• Versatility: suitable for acrylic paints, waterborne paints, Clearcoats and primers, they can be easily integrated into any bodywork painting process.
• Ergonomics and comfort: lightweight and well-balanced, Smart spray guns reduce user effort and allow easy handling in all areas of the vehicle
• Durability: designed to resist wear and tear and the chemical aggression of paints, Smart guns offer a long service life and consistent performance
• Economy and efficiency: thanks to their high transfer efficiency, paint consumption is reduced, so you can work faster and more cost-effectively.

Features of Smart spray guns :

• HVLP technology: optimum atomisation at the right pressure for uniform, environmentally-friendly results
• Customisable settings: each gun allows you to adjust the flow rate, spray width and pressure to suit the needs of each bodywork part
• Accessories and adapters: interchangeable nozzles, filters and maintenance kits are available to extend the tool's durability and versatility
• Safety and reliability: Sata models are designed to minimise defects and drips and ensure optimum gloss levels with the application

Choosing a Smart body spray gun means opting for a versatile, reliable and accessible tool, capable of producing a professional result while reducing effort and working time. Whether for a beginner's workshop or for more advanced use, the Smart brand offers products that are adapted, durable and easy to use. Smart paint spray guns combine quality, ergonomics and performance for all bodywork professionals, guaranteeing a precise, long-lasting finish on every vehicle treated.

Steps for using the Paint spray gun for bodywork repairs :

Using a paint spray gun to repair a car body is a crucial step in achieving a professional finish. Here are the general steps to follow when using a paint spray gun for bodywork repair:

1. Surface preparation :

Before you start painting, make sure the bodywork surface is clean, smooth and free of dust, grease and contaminants. If necessary, carry out preparation steps such as Sanding, degreasing and Masking the areas to be protected.

2. Choosing the paint :

Select the appropriate paint according to the colour and type of coating required (primer, base, Clearcoat). Make sure the paint is well agitated and ready to be sprayed.

3. Paint preparation :

If necessary, thin the Paint in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations to achieve the appropriate viscosity. Some spray guns need to be thinned to ensure optimum spraying.

4. Setting up the paint spray gun :

Check and adjust the air pressure according to the paint manufacturer's specifications. Select the correct Nozzle and Needle for the viscosity of the Paint. Also adjust the air flow and paint volume as required.

5. Testing the paint gun :

Before you start spraying the bodywork, carry out a test on a piece of cardboard or paper to ensure that the gun is correctly adjusted and that the paint is sprayed evenly.

6. Initial Spray:

Start spraying at an appropriate distance from the surface, usually between 15 and 25 centimetres. Use slow, even strokes to ensure even coverage.

7. Spray primer :

If necessary, apply a coat of Primer to the bodywork. The primer helps to adhere the paint and create an even surface.

8. Application of Basecoats :

Apply the Basecoats in several passes, taking care to maintain a constant distance and overlapping each pass slightly to avoid spray lines.

9. Intermediate drying :

Allow Basecoats to dry for the time recommended by the manufacturer. Some paint systems require intermediate drying before applying Clearcoat.

10. Clearcoat application :

Once the Basecoats are dry, apply the Topcoat to protect the paint and give a long-lasting shine. Be sure to spray the Clearcoat evenly.

11. Final drying:

Allow the Paint to dry completely before handling the bodywork. Some types of paint may require an additional curing process, such as baking.

12. Finishing and Polishing:

Once the Paint is completely dry, proceed to finish by polishing the surface to a smooth, bright finish.

It is important to follow the specific recommendations of the paint and spray gun manufacturer to ensure optimum results. In addition, personal safety, including the use of personal protective equipment, is essential when spraying paint.

Focus on the paint spray guns available on the Carross website:

Paint and Clearcoat spray guns

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Carross has a whole range of paint spray guns from leading brands including Sata, Iwata and DeVilbiss. With a range of different Nozzles, you'll be able to do all the work you want. Discover these paint spray guns in the Carross online shop, at the best prices. To use your paint spray gun, it's important to adjust it correctly to ensure clean, precise work.

Adjusting the paint spray gun

The spray adjustment depends on the type of work to be carried out. The knob on the side of the paint gun is used to adjust the shape and power of the spray. Generally speaking, whether your products are solvent-based or water-based, your paint gun will adapt to all types of product. Before you start work, it's important to have prepared the surface to be treated beforehand to avoid any traces of dirt on the surface and getting the wrong result.

Using the paint spray gun

The paint spray gun is used from left to right, keeping the same speed of movement throughout the work. It is important to hold it upright in relation to the surface to be sprayed to avoid any drips. To start it up, simply connect the air supply and pour the chosen product into the cup, taking care not to apply too much. If you just want to do some Touch up, you can also use a paint gun.

Cleaning your paint spray gun

You can clean your paint spray gun in two different ways: with Thinner or with a Universal cleaning product using a suitable spray gun brush, which is often supplied in the kit. There are several different sizes of Nozzle depending on the product to be applied. We recommend that you consult the technical data sheet before starting work.

HVLP gun

A new HVLP technology has been introduced, which in French means Haut Volume Basse Pression. This HVLP gun technology is widely used by private individuals and professionals who want to apply waterborne, i.e. water-based, paints. In addition, the HVLP spray gun limits misting when applying your paint, as well as achieving a transfer rate of over 75%.

Paint gun maintenance

To keep your paint gun looking like new, it's important not to let the paint dry out inside. We also advise you not to use products containing acetone. This could damage your paint spray gun, the aim being to keep it looking as good as new for as long as possible.

Bodywork paint spray guns are essential tools for any technician who wants to achieve a professional, consistent result when applying paint. In general, most workshops use spray guns adapted to different types of paint, with low-pressure or high-pressure systems, depending on requirements and the surfaces to be treated.

An HVLP (High volume Low pressure) gun is particularly popular for its ability to atomise the paint finely while reducing losses, which is crucial for product economy. Gravity-feed models provide precise flow control and uniform application to all parts, even in hard-to-reach areas.

For optimum use, it is advisable to wear a glove and properly prepare the body and Plastic of the gun before each session. Complete sets make it easy to buy, and include everything you need: nozzles, filters and accessories.

The relevance of each setting (pressure, spray width, flow rate) is important for adapting the gun to the surface to be painted, whether it's a small Touch up or a complete bodywork job. The correct use of an HVLP or high-pressure spray gun with an appropriate compressor guarantees an even finish, a smooth finish and optimum gloss.

In short, mastering the different types of spray gun and their settings is one of the essential skills of a professional bodybuilder. Whether for classic applications or more precise work, the choice of gun, pressure and feed plays a decisive role in the final quality of the job.

FAQ : Correct use of paint spray guns in a bodywork workshop :

Using a paint spray gun in a bodyshop often raises questions from users looking to perfect their technique and achieve high-quality results. Here are professional answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about using a paint spray gun for bodywork:

What is the ideal air pressure for spraying paint?

The optimum air pressure can vary depending on the type of spray gun and the paint used. Consult the paint and gun manufacturer's specifications, but generally, an air pressure of 2 to 3 bars is commonly used. Appropriate pressure ensures an even spray pattern.

How do I choose the right nozzle size for the paint I'm using?

Nozzle size depends on the viscosity of the paint. Thicker paints generally require a larger Nozzle. Consult the paint and gun manufacturer's recommendations to determine the optimum nozzle.

Do I need to thin the paint before using it with the gun?

You may need to thin the paint, especially if it is too thick to spray effectively. Carefully follow the paint manufacturer's instructions for correct thinning, using an appropriate Thinner.

How can I avoid spray marks or drips during application?

Maintain a constant distance between the spray gun and the surface, generally between 15 and 25 centimetres. Use slow, even strokes, overlapping each pass slightly to avoid spray marks. Reduce the air pressure if necessary.

What's the best method for masking off areas I don't want to paint?

Use quality masking materials to carefully cover the areas you don't want to paint. Make sure the masking is secure to prevent any unwanted paint seepage.

How can I avoid overspraying or underspraying?

Adjust the air flow and paint volume according to the recommendations of the paint and spray gun manufacturer. Practise on a test surface to perfect your settings before applying the paint to the bodywork.

What are the tips for effective gun cleaning after use?

Clean the gun immediately after use, following the manufacturer's instructions. Use appropriate solvents and dismantle the gun to clean all the parts. Regular cleaning ensures the gun's durability and performance.

How often should I service my paint spray gun?

Regular maintenance is essential to ensure the gun's performance. Clean it after each use and carry out a thorough service in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Replace worn parts as required.

In summary, professional use of the body paint spray gun requires a thorough understanding of the settings, application techniques and maintenance processes. By following the manufacturer's recommendations and practising regularly, you can achieve high-quality paint results.