How many stages is the Earlex 5500?

two-stage
The Earlex 5500 paint sprayer features a powerful two-stage turbine to provide a better finish on your woodworking surface over less powerful counterparts.

Who makes Earlex sprayer?

Wagner SprayTech Corp.
Earlex brand is operated by Minneapolis-based Wagner SprayTech Corp., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Wagner Holding, Inc., is a market leader in advanced paint applicators.

Where are Earlex products made?

UK
They are UK manufactured for guaranteed quality and customer satisfaction.

Can you spray masonry paint?

Can you spray masonry paint? Yes, you can. They are designed to spray a lot of paint quickly so you can cover large exterior walls very fast. You will want a quality spray gun for the job, though.

How do you thin a water based paint for a spray gun?

When thinning your water-based or latex paints, use half a cup of water and mix thoroughly. If you have added too much water and the paint just runs out, it is too thin, and you will not be able to use this. You will need to slowly add some paint into your paint bucket, start with half a cup of paint.

What do I need to know about choosing a coating viscosity cup?

To select a viscosity cup that will match the needs of your painting you can check the coating data sheets for your coatings and see if a cup is referenced. You can then consider a viscosity cup conversion chart that shows the range of viscosities a particular cup can measure.

What is a viscosity cup used for?

The Ford viscosity cup is a simple gravity device that permits the timed flow of a known volume of liquid passing through an orifice located at the bottom.

Does masonry paint need primer?

Most masonry surfaces will need a sealer and primer before they get painted. They will treat stone surfaces and establish a water-resistant foundation upon which the coat of masonry paint can be added. Only add the paint once both the sealer and primer coats are fully dry.

What to do with Earlex spray station 5500?

The professional gun and the powerful turbine make the Spray Station 5500 a perfect tool to achieve that showroom finish on cabinets, furniture and more. For contractors, interior or exterior trim, doors, shutters and many other small to medium size jobs can be completed faster using less material in the process.

Where can I get Earlex fluid tip needles?

Earlex Fluid Tip Needles for the Spray Station 5500 HVLP Paint Sprayer. . . . See how you can get free standard shipping. Choose a store…

How does the Earlex pro gun sprayer work?

For contractors, interior or exterior trim, doors, shutters and many other small to medium size jobs can be completed faster using less material in the process. The pro-gun features a fast “Push N Click” 3 spray pattern changing system, paint volume control dial and a dynamic control action trigger.