Spray Techniques

Spray Techniques

Nozzle Selection

NOTICE

Keep pump and hose clean when switching between simulated acoustic, knockdown, and orange peel applications. A dirty pump can release particles of texture into the finish.

Application

Nozzle Orifice†

Nozzle Number

Air Volume‡

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fog

1/8 in.

3

High

 

 

 

 

 

3/16 in. (fine)

4

 

 

 

 

 

Simulated Acoustic

1/4 in. (fine to medium)

6

Medium to High

 

 

 

 

 

5/16 in. (coarse)

8

 

 

 

 

 

Orange Peel

1/8 to 3/16 in.

3 - 4

Medium to High

 

 

 

 

Splatter Coat

1/4 to 5/16 in.

6 - 8

Low to Medium

 

 

 

 

Knock-Down

5-16 in.

8

Low

 

 

 

 

† Control air volume with gun air flow valve (31).

‡ For more material volume, use tip with larger orifice.

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Graco Inc 257030, 313384B, 2000EX Spray Techniques, Nozzle Selection, Application Nozzle Orifice† Nozzle Number Air Volume‡