Hope this is the correct forum instead of tools.
I'm new to spray systems and the more I study the more confused I get. I'm planning a purchase of a spray system for a 1 man shop just starting to take a few paying jobs. I plan to spray mostly clear finishes and stain on hardwood furniture, with the possibility of an enamel type paint on small items like shadow boxes. I don't plan to use latex for household painting. I currently have a small compressor suitable for my limited needs, but totally lacking for spraying. I'm currently focused on several options. My upper budget is $600 but would like to spend less but only want to buy once. I plan to make a folding spray booth and vent outside while spraying in my garage shop with waterbase finishes and spray outside when I require a solvent finish. Noise differences is a non issue.
1. Earlex 5000. $350. Like the price but I'm concerned about the non bleeder gun and 15ft hose.
2. Fuji Mini Mite 3 system. Seems like the best turbine system within my budget.
3. Used/budget 2hp 20 gallon class compressor $250, $200 for filter/dryer and hose. $150 for Qualspray or Porter Cable gun. Concerned if this is enough compressor and if the quality will match what the Fuji is capable of.
I like the idea of a larger compressor and probably could find other uses besides spraying but don't want to compromise any spray performance compared to the Fuji.
I also am confused if I want a siphon gun or a gravity gun. My inexperienced guess is a gravity gun.
I'm new to spray systems and the more I study the more confused I get. I'm planning a purchase of a spray system for a 1 man shop just starting to take a few paying jobs. I plan to spray mostly clear finishes and stain on hardwood furniture, with the possibility of an enamel type paint on small items like shadow boxes. I don't plan to use latex for household painting. I currently have a small compressor suitable for my limited needs, but totally lacking for spraying. I'm currently focused on several options. My upper budget is $600 but would like to spend less but only want to buy once. I plan to make a folding spray booth and vent outside while spraying in my garage shop with waterbase finishes and spray outside when I require a solvent finish. Noise differences is a non issue.
1. Earlex 5000. $350. Like the price but I'm concerned about the non bleeder gun and 15ft hose.
2. Fuji Mini Mite 3 system. Seems like the best turbine system within my budget.
3. Used/budget 2hp 20 gallon class compressor $250, $200 for filter/dryer and hose. $150 for Qualspray or Porter Cable gun. Concerned if this is enough compressor and if the quality will match what the Fuji is capable of.
I like the idea of a larger compressor and probably could find other uses besides spraying but don't want to compromise any spray performance compared to the Fuji.
I also am confused if I want a siphon gun or a gravity gun. My inexperienced guess is a gravity gun.