John Gregory
08-12-2010, 11:11 AM
I bought the Earlex HV 3500 for $149. I have not unpacked it yet. We toolaholics often have buyers regret and wonder if we should have bought the next model up. In this case the HV5000, for $340.
The HV3500 is Earlex's newest model. The main feature that I like is the CFM is 43 psi is 2, the hv500 is 24 cfm and 2 psi. The 3500 will spray more viscus material, 160-180 seconds viscosity. The 5000 up to 60 seconds viscosity.
The 5000 has a professional spray pot the 3500 a very nice plastic one with good features. the 5000 seems more durable and has a longer air hose.
The only advantage to the 3500 that I can see is the higher CFMs allowing one to spray more viscus materials without thinning.
For the most part I see myself spray material such as MiniWax Polycrylic or EM6000. And maybe some latex paint at times.
If there were no price difference, which would you choose? Many of you have much more experience in spraying and I appreciate your insight.
Thanks
The HV3500 is Earlex's newest model. The main feature that I like is the CFM is 43 psi is 2, the hv500 is 24 cfm and 2 psi. The 3500 will spray more viscus material, 160-180 seconds viscosity. The 5000 up to 60 seconds viscosity.
The 5000 has a professional spray pot the 3500 a very nice plastic one with good features. the 5000 seems more durable and has a longer air hose.
The only advantage to the 3500 that I can see is the higher CFMs allowing one to spray more viscus materials without thinning.
For the most part I see myself spray material such as MiniWax Polycrylic or EM6000. And maybe some latex paint at times.
If there were no price difference, which would you choose? Many of you have much more experience in spraying and I appreciate your insight.
Thanks