Finish Playbook
SATA jet X
SATA jet X: Air Supply, Fan Pattern & 1.4-Nozzle Tuning for Mirror Finishes
Set up the air system correctly, dial in the fan pattern, and tune the 1.4-nozzle for consistent, high-gloss results—plus rapid diagnostics and a simple maintenance loop.
Air System: From Compressor to Gun
Compressor & Drying
- Capacity to sustain flow without pressure dips
- Water separator + fine filter near the booth
- Bleed lines daily; keep hoses short and clean
Regulation & Measurement
- Measure at gun inlet (digital) for true values
- HVLP base: 1.8–2.0 bar · RP clear: 2.0–2.2 bar
- Adjust in 0.1–0.2 bar steps and re-test pattern
Fan Pattern Dial-In (Checklist)
- Open air cap fully, set baseline pressure (per job)
- Open material gradually (¼-turn increments)
- Test on card: closed, even edge; no droplets
- HVLP: full pattern · RP: slightly oval is OK for flow
- “Banana” shape? Center the cap, add +0.1 bar, retest
1.4-Nozzle: Quick Presets
HVLP · Basecoat
- Pressure: 1.8–2.0 bar
- Material: 1.5–2 turns open
- Distance: 12–15 cm · 1–2 light coats + effect pass
RP · Clearcoat
- Pressure: 2.0–2.2 bar
- Material: 1.75–2.25 turns open
- Distance: 15–18 cm · 1 closed + 1 flow coat
Always verify with the paint TDS (viscosity, temperature, hardener/thinner).
Rapid Diagnostics (Defects → Fix)
Orange Peel
- +0.1–0.2 bar pressure
- Slightly reduce material
- +2 cm distance
Runs / Sags
- Back off material control
- +2–3 cm distance
- Extend flash time
Dry Edges
- Slightly reduce air/pressure
- Increase overlap
- Check viscosity (thinner)
Patchy Effect
- HVLP: final pass from a bit further away
- Tune atomization for homogeneity
- Keep gun speed even
Simple Maintenance Loop (3 Steps)
- Flush with suitable cleaner immediately after use
- Clean nozzle, air cap, needle separately (no hard wires)
- Lightly oil seals/needle; replace cup filter regularly
Clean guns deliver consistent film build and reduce rework.
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Conclusion
Control the air, pattern, and 1.4-nozzle and the SATA jet X will reward you with repeatable, top-tier finishes.
