Tools & Equipment Flashcards
1
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HVLP
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High Volume Low Pressure guns. Transfer efficiency of around 65%.
2
Q
Transfer Efficiency
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How much Paint is sticking to the panel
3
Q
Suction Fed
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Creates a vacuum which pulls the paint up from the container
4
Q
Pressure Fed
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Uses compressed air to push the paint to the spray gun. Paint is more viscous.
5
Q
Gun Setup
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Air Cap - Fluid Tip - Fluid Needle
6
Q
Fluid Adjustment Screw
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Adjusts amount of paint being discharged from gun
7
Q
Fan Adjustment
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Adjusts the Pattern of the width of the fan
8
Q
Air Adjustment
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Adjusts the amount of air pressure running through the gun
9
Q
DA
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Dual Action Sander
10
Q
DA - Pros
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- Rotates and oscillates - reducing abrasiveness
- Easy to handle
- Sand larger areas
- Good dust extraction
- Soft pad allows for curved surfaces
11
Q
DA - Cons
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- Needs lubrication - manually or centralised.
- Change backing pad
- Can create problems in panel if not used correctly.
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