Line striping guns are used to apply materials such as common traffic paints and architectural coatings to parking lots, schools and park departments. In the field of line striping the company Binks has been leading with different spray gun models since years.

The Model 30 Bead Gun (Part Number: 6279) is made for laying out glass bead during the line striping operation. The gun is able to spread glass beads at a rate of 9

Binks Model 30 Bead Gun (photo: Binks)

kg (20 lbs) per minute. It can be used on both hand line stripers or moving trucks. The gun is furnished with 4 nozzle inserts with orifice diameters of 5.6mm (7/32″), 6.3mm (1/4″), 7.1mm (9/32″) and 8.7mm (11/32″).

Another line striping gun of Binks is the legendary Model 21M (Part Number: 6219), a heavy duty, pneumatically operated gun for spraying

Binks Model 21M Spray Gun (photo: Binks)

all conventional coatings and designed for extremely viscous materials. This internal mix spray gun has a drop-forged, brass plated body and adjustable stainless steel fluid needle. It has an adjustable spray pattern control at the side of the gun head and features quick flush of air and fluid nozzle. The Model 21M can be remotely controlled with a three-way valve and can cycle up to 250 times per minute.

Binks Model 33SS (photo: Binks)

The Binks Model 33SS (Part Number: 6290) is also a heavy duty, high volume gun for use on automatic road striping machines. It can be used in connection with vehicle speeds of 34 to 40 km/h (15 to 25 m.p.h.). The gun features a stainless steel fluid needle valve and hardened steel fluid nozzle, with optional nitralloy, hardened steel or tungsten carbide air nozzles.

For more information visit www.binks.com or contact B.S.C. Teknik by email

The latest and most advanced models of Devilbiss for automotive refinishing are the GTIPRO and GTIPRO LITE. But what are the differences between these two guns?

It can be said that the GTIPRO LITE has a complete new design and is with only 430 gram (compared to 585 gram of GTIPRO) much “liter”.

Air caps

Both guns are available with three different air caps, i.e. one HVLP and two further air caps with  high transfer efficiency (GTIPRO with Trans-Tech T1 and T2, and the GTIPRO LITE with “High Efficiency” air caps TE10 and TE20). These parts are not identical.

Nozzle/Needle Set-up

Both guns are available in the sizes of 1.2, 1.3 and 1.4mm. While the nozzle is the same type (PRO-200 series), the needle is different.

General

In general, beside the fluid nozzle, only the packing (SN-404) and cup (incl. filter) are identical and interchangeable. The other functional parts such as spreader valve assembly, spray head assembly and air flow valve have different designs. Especially the gun body and air valve assembly has got a completely new design.

More information:
GTIPRO: click here
GTIPRO LITE: click here

The Ransburg meter 76652-03 is a handheld meter designed for the fast measurement of the
electrical resistance of paints and varnishes used for electrostatic applications. It is an essential tool for paint labs, paint manufacturers, customers’ inspection dept., and other electrostatic equipment end users. Once the paint or coating resistance is determined, and found to be sprayed successfully, measuring resistivity with this meter provides a way to duplicate conditions. This is extremely important when troubleshooting problems with spray or rotational applicators.
The complete measuring kit 76652-03 includes the Multifunction Meter 76634-00 and the Paint Probe Assembly 7922-00. The Multi-Function Meter itself is powered by a single 9V alkaline battery. The meter has two scales, MΩ and kΩ that may be used for the measurement of the paint resistance.

Easy operation – results in seconds

The operation is very operator friendly: The meter dial has to be set to the right scale (usually first to the MΩ) and the paint probe plugged into the meter. Then the probe has to be immersed vertically into the well-mixed sample fluid until the holes at the bottom of the slots in the probe sleeve are submerged. A reading can be taken after only 5-10 seconds of submerging the probe. The paint resistivity range should be between 0.05 MΩ to 1.0 MΩ for Aerobells and Discs, and starting from 0.1 MΩ for most electrostatic spray guns.

For more information: contact us by email info@bsc-teknik.com or call 02-402 6212.

The Air Matic system of company ENSUTEC Products GmbH (Germany) is a newly developed and patented technology for compressed air installations that leads to energy savings, improved material efficiency and less overspray. It can be easily integrated into existing facilities such as paint shops or spray booth.

The Process: Cleaning – Ionizing – Heating

The Air Matic process includes the cleaning, ionizing and heating of the compressed air. The employment of 2-3 filter elements leads to clean compressed air that meets highest air purity standards (e.g. ISO 8573-1, category 1), and even surpasses strict standards when it comes to oil vapour- and oil dust filtering.

Spray booth with Air Matic technology

The high-purity compressed air can be variable adjusted to the optimal temperature in a range of 0-140° Celsius. The elevated temperature, in connection with the static discharged air, relaxes the paint much better, allows finer atomization and improved transfer efficiency in spray coating applications such as wet painting (solvent based, water based), adhesive spraying (incl. hot wax), mould making and other manual and automated applications. The system works well in connection with conventional spray guns, HVLP guns, Air Mix-technology, flat-coaters and robot facilities.

Improved Quality – Less Overspray

The Air Matic system amortises very fast, mainly due to improved parts quality. The very fine atomization and high-purity of compressed air reduces possible reworks like grinding, polishing etc. Another advantage is overspray reduction: the gentle coating with higher transfer efficiency is able to save over 10% coating material. The advantages at a glance:

Quality: finer atomization, a more even, softer spray pattern

Air Matic 3000W with Cefla flat-coater

Energy: reduction of compressed air consumption (10-30%), reduction of atomization pressure, reduction of drying time

Material: less overspray and higher transfer efficiency leads to less material consumption (10-20%) and less thinner consumption (30-60%)

Technology: no formation of condensate, constant air temperature, no additional filter elements required.

The Air Matic system is compact, available in three different sizes (500W, 1500W and 3000W) and can be easily integrated into existing facilities. It is almost maintenance-free, only filters should be changed at given time. For more information contact us: info@bsc-teknik.com

Two fluid inlet options are available:

1)      The  gun has an external stainless steel fluid tube (Part No. 0811-7500-1) with an optional heat guard that allows the use of heated coatings up to 175°F (79°C).

2)      At the Binks Airless 75 Direct Connect model (Part No. 0811-7500-2) the fluid hose is attached directly to the gun.

Airless 75 Spray Gun Direct Connect (photo: Binks)

Airless 75 Spray Gun with External Stainless Steel Fluid Tube (photo: Binks)

Due to the thick-walled stainless steel fluid tube and fluid passages made of tungsten carbide, this gun is compatible with almost any coating, from stain to zinc, including high solids and abrasive industrial materials.  The gun has also a stress reducing ergonomic handle and a two finger trigger.  This combination gives the operator more control, and better leverage of the spray gun. For more information please visit www.binks.com or contact us by email.

Devilbiss Air Cap AV-1239-704

This is the ultimate and free Devilbiss Air Cap / Air Nozzle Selection Guide with over 100 different air caps from over 30 different Devilbiss spray gun models.

Devilbiss Air Nozzle MB-4039-69 (69HD)

Most of the air caps are listed with  Pressure Operating Range (both in BAR and PSI), Air Flow (LPM and SCFM) and Pattern Size (MM and Inch) and information whether the air cap is conventional, HVLP or TRANS-TECH. With the simple WINDOWS search function “Ctrl&F” you can search the spreadsheet after gun type or air cap number or part number. The guide includes the models MSA, SRI & SRI-PRO, JGA & JGA-HD, PRI & PRI-PRO, GTI & GTI-PRO, GFG & GFG-HD, FLG-5, EXL-502, Compact, Cobra, Viper, AGX & AGXV, AGMD, AGGS-522, Advance ADV, GTI-A, AGG-510, AGN-502, JGV & JGVH, AGF-506, EGA-502 and  JGX-502.

Devilbiss Air Cap Selection Guide

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Note:
The information are taken mainly from Devilbiss manuals. However, we cannot guarantee for the accuracy or are responsible for any mistakes/errors. This is a general guide only. If you want to use a specific air cap, please check the manual or contact us: info@bsc-teknik.com

What is the difference between Conventional, HVLP, Turbine HVLP and Trans-Tech (LVMP) technologies?

How do I get the pump to prime, especially first thing in the morning after it’s been sitting all night?

What size air hose should I use for my spray gun?

What is the minimum velocity of paint in a circulating system?

What is the difference between a valve and a regulator?

What causes excessive pressure drop on the main line gauge of the filter/regulator?

What are my options for mixing two component materials?

How does heat relate to viscosity in a coating?

Visit the Binks website for details: click here
Or contact us info@bsc-teknik.com if you need further help with your Binks equipment.

Binks Gelmaster Unit (source: ITW Finishing Technologies)

then intimately mixed with the resin leading to a clear and air free sprayed gel coat film. The advantages are that no flushing is necessary and that the external catalyst delivery is clearly visible to the operator. This model is very suitable for multi-coloured operation as a quick colour change is possible. The unit includes spray gun, 20 litre pressure tank, air filtration, extractor and control components. Click here for details.