Good powder coat system

[follow3]

Hello,

I am interested in getting a powder coat rig.
I would like to be able to coat tubes and also clear coat cartridge pens.

What is a good entry level, easey to use system? I allready have an air compressor, so it wouldn't have to be one of the Craftsman style guns. (though I am not opposed to that system if it is what is recomended)

Thanks for any input!!!
Steve

 

[johnnycnc]

I bought this setup from Eastwood several
years ago,and have gotten very good service from it.
I would recommend it to anyone.
http://www.eastwoodco.com/shopping/product/detailmain.jsp?itemID=5572&itemType=PRODUCT&iMainCat=459&iSubCat=460&iProductID=5572

(Look at Sears online user reviews for their airless gun;
I don't have one,but looked at this recently.
click on the tab that says "reviews")
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00917288000P?keyword=powder+coat

Hope this is of some help[]

 

[rherrell]

I have the HF set-up and it's ok for for what we do. I would like to recommend these guys for all your powder: http://www.columbiacoatings.com/1024t45676ty78yj789345erfrg5467.htm
They have great powder at great prices and the customer service is second to none. I had some questions when I first started so I emailed my questions and within 1 hour I had answers from the PRESIDENT of the company!
Get they're SUPER MIRROR 500+ GLOSS LEVEL clear and you won't be sorry.
This summer I placed an order and they taped one of those chemical ice packs to the container to keep it cool! That showed me that they really care about they're product.

 

[RONB]

I also use the HF setup and it works out for me. I spray tubes and 30-06 shells. I'm using a small oven from Wally World to heat up the parts.Well actually I "borrowed" LOML oven toaster from the kitchen counter telling her it was time we bought a new one for toast and the like.The insulation was bad so I added a layer to the outside and it holds the temp. much better now.A metal lazy susan would make it easier to turn the parts to coat them better. I'm looking for one.
I use a piece of aluminum with finish nails in it covered with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.

 

[Blind_Squirrel]

I have the HF system as well. Adequate. <u>DON'T</u> get the HF powders. I buy my powder from Eastwood http://www.eastwoodco.com/ and have been very pleased.

 

[Monty]

The HF system works great for my PCing also. Eastwood or Columbia Coatings http://www.columbiacoatings.com/index.htm or Caswell http://www.caswellplating.com/powder/powder_colors.html are all good sources for powder and info.

 

[Firefyter-emt]

I will echo in here, if you can spare the extra cash, go with the Eastwood system all day long. Plus, Eastwood can get something to my house pretty much next day. Harbor Freight took three weeks and then just sent an invoice to tell me it was on a three month back order. [!]

 

[Monty]

Originally posted by Firefyter-emt
<br />... Harbor Freight took three weeks and then just sent an invoice to tell me it was on a three month back order. [!]

I picked mine up at the store.[][][]

 

[TAld]

I've used the Eastwood system for around one year now and am very happy with it.

 

[Fishshooter]

I have the Sears Crafstman. It was an X-mas gift last year adn it is prety easy to work with. I order my powders from Eastwood. The HF powders suck.