As every painter knows, once paint has been mixed, it’s sold. You either use it or lose it, which quickly can cut into your bottom line. What if we told you mixing less paint yet getting the same or better coverage was possible?
With the 3M™ Performance Spray Gun 2, that possibility can become reality. This PPS spray gun system allows you to spray virtually all common automotive coatings. Just by changing the nozzle, you can switch material within seconds from a heavy textured rocket guard coating to the finest clear coat automation.
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Third-party tested, painter approved. It’s everything you expect from your best paint spray gun system – just smarter. Spray a full range of high-performance automotive coatings.
The integrated industrial spray gun system with 3M™ PPS™ Series 2.0 Spray Cups and replaceable nozzles delivers the fastest changeovers in the industry, which adds up to faster cycle times and more time in the zone.
Innovative quick-change replaceable nozzle technology means clean-up can be as simple as a twist and a wipe. And every time you put on a fresh nozzle, it’s like getting a brand-new paint spray gun.
Made from an impact-resistant composite material, it’s the lightest industrial paint spray gun in the world. All to enhance your comfort without sacrificing performance or durability.
Making increasingly complex paint processes simpler.
The evolution of paint colour and techniques continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in the industry. Achieving the right finish now requires a combination of adapting to environmental factors, advanced materials, precise equipment, and expert application skills. As these trends continue, being aware of the technology and techniques will be crucial for success in the increasingly sophisticated world of automotive painting.
Infographic: Making complex colour and paint line application, simpler (PDF, 1.69 MB)
Article: Navigating the complex world of automotive colour and paint lines (PDF, 511 KB)
Matching textures is a new challenge for painters. Undercoats, like rocker guard, once had uniform textures but now vary in texture across manufacturers. Topcoats need to match panel textures for invisible repairs. If the factory orange peel is rough, you'll need to spray to match that texture. Proper spray gun setup and masking techniques are essential.
Fine-tune your technique: Explore the infographic for matching textures (PDF, 1.69 MB)
YouTube Texture Matching Series:
The 3M™ Performance Spray Gun is easy to clean. Simply drain the paint from the nozzle, then rinse the nozzle with the appropriate solvent until it runs clean. Remove the nozzle from the gun, wipe the needle clean and air blow it dry. The gun body should never go into a spray gun cleaner. Cleaning is much quicker than with traditional spray guns as the paint only runs through the nozzle and not the whole gun.
3M offer a range of extra components to help you get the most out of your 3M spray gun, including nozzles and tips, replacement parts and spray gun holders.
Discover other components:
3M™ Performance Gravity HVLP Atomizing Head Refill Kit
3M™ Performance Pressure HVLP Atomizing Head Refill Kit
3M™ Performance Spray Gun Replacement Parts
Our recommended nozzle life equates to approximately 150-200 refinish hours. Assuming approximately 10 refinish hours for each job, each nozzle could be used for 15-20 jobs. The actual lifetime will be dependent on the application and use of the product.
The amount of pressure needed depends on which nozzle type you’re using. The HVLP nozzle operates at 1.4 bar inlet pressure.
With the 3M™ Performance Spray Gun, you can apply most of the coating types typically used in a body shop. Generally, the operating pressure range is between 0.5 bar - 2.6 bar. Operating Pressure Range (OPR) is the inlet pressure range for safe function of the spray gun.
Important: Always refer to paint manufacturers recommendations.
The composed body of the 3M™ Performance Spray Gun is up to 50% lighter than conventional metal spray guns. The advanced impact-resistant, stainless steel-reinforced composite body was optimised by kinesiologist for improved comfort and less operator fatigue.
Go to the product page for the 3M™ Performance Spray Gun, or any of the accessories and replacement parts for it in our online catalogue, and use the location finder on the right-hand side of the page to get an overview of the available 3M distributors.
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3M™ Performance Spray Gun System with PPS™ 2.0 26778, 2 Kits/Case
3M Stock
60455108633
Alternative ID
26778
3M™ Accuspray™ ONE Pro Spray Gun Kit for PPS™ Series 2.0, 26578, 4 kits per case
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60455090690
Alternative ID
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26832
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