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Transfer Efficiency

Typical Transfer Efficiency of Equipment
Conventional
Air Assisted
Airless
HVLP
Electrostatic
Roller Brush
20-30%
50-70%
50-60%
40-60%
60-80%
95% plus
Sq. Ft. Coverage per US Gallon
To determine estimated volumes required multiply theoretical sq. ft. coverage by transfer efficiency of sprayequipment divided by D.F.T. (dry film thickness) Applied D.F.T. of primers and topcoats average between 0.6 to 1.5 mil per coat. Final film build,including primer (if applied) generally varries from 1.0 to 7.5 mils D.F.T. depending on application and paint used.
Formulations can be adjusted at the factory to facilitate performance and or productivity gains for specific applications. Dry times, adhesion properties, hiding, etc. can all be reformulated. Tristar is committed to field support.
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