I'm researching portable air compressors that I can use for spraying finishes as well as other shop/garage uses in a hobbyist shop. I'd like to be able to spray latex to lacquer with an HVLP gun (maybe the $80 Husky HDS790?), but have read recommendations elsewhere that I need a 5HP 80 gal or better compressor.
But I'd rather not spend more than $500 for the whole setup and want to keep it at 120V if possible. Can I get a good finish from models like the Husky Pro VT6315 or DeWalt D55168? Will I be disappointed with 6-ish CFM at 40psi? Is HVLP overkill for 6 projects a year? Is oil-less ok for my situation?
But I'd rather not spend more than $500 for the whole setup and want to keep it at 120V if possible. Can I get a good finish from models like the Husky Pro VT6315 or DeWalt D55168? Will I be disappointed with 6-ish CFM at 40psi? Is HVLP overkill for 6 projects a year? Is oil-less ok for my situation?