Sharpe’s New RAZOR HVLP Spray Gun Achieves Superior Finishes with Extremely Smooth Spray Pattern

Minneapolis, MN – Sharpe, a leader in paint spraying equipment for the professional automotive refinish market, introduces the newly designed high-performance RAZOR HVLP Spray Gun.

The RAZOR HVLP Spray Guns, popular for spraying base and clear, deliver excellent finish quality, atomization and reliability.

With multiple nozzle options ranging from 1.0 to 1.7, the RAZOR HVLP Spray Guns are the lightest gun in their class with a weight of only 1.3 lbs.

The RAZOR HVLP Spray Gun is one of the best American-made guns for spraying base and clear with HVLP technology. It features an extremely smooth spray pattern for superior finishes, and atomizes a broad range of coatings – from primer and base, to clear – offering superb versatility. The RAZOR HVLP Spray Gun has lightweight construction, an ergonomic design and low trigger for ultimate painter comfort.

Backed by a three-year warranty, the guns feature 100% stainless steel fluid passages, needle and nozzle, offering long-term affordability with ultra-long life needle packing. A nickel-plated finish and 23 ounce polished aluminum gravity cup make for easy cleaning. A 3M™ PPS™ Adapter is included.

“The new RAZOR Spray Guns compete head to head in terms of performance and reliability with Sata, DeVilbiss and Iwata spray guns,” said Ron Graffis, Sharpe manager of sales and marketing.

“To demonstrate the durability and high quality finish these new guns deliver, Sharpe is offering a three year warranty for our made in the USA product,” added Graffis.

Graco, a world leader in fluid handling systems and components, and Sharpe, a part of the Graco company, developed RAZOR Spray Guns. Specific to automotive finishing, Graco has a long history designing and manufacturing finishing equipment that improves productivity, reduces paint usage costs, lowers emissions and provides consistently better finishes for automotive manufacturers the world over.These manufacturers include General Motors, Ford and Toyota, as well as for bus, trucking and airplane manufacturers.

Graco purchased Sharpe in 2003 to enter the North American automotive refinishing market, and brought its strong R&D, engineering and product development expertise to develop new spray guns to bolster Sharpe’s position in the marketplace.

Sharpe and Graco developed RAZOR accessories that enhance the painting experience. The Dryaire™ system removes compressed air humidity, and many air filters and coalescers ensure high quality air. Other accessories include the Digi-tell™ air-adjusting valve, and a full line of hose assemblies, high output connectors, 3M™ PPS™ Adapter for RAZOR, Spray Gun Brush Kit and F2-Disposable In-Line Filters.

Technical Information:

• Air Inlet Size: 1/4" npsm (R 1/4 - 19)
• Max. Air Inlet Pressure: 29 psi (0.2 MPa, 2.0 bar)
• Air Consumption: 14.4 CFM at 29 psi (1.1 bar)
• Cup Size: 23 oz. (0.68 liter) cup, Weight with cup: 1.3 lbs (0.6 kg)
• Aircap Pattern: 14 inches
• Finish: Nickel

Sharpe’s New RAZOR HVLP Primer Gun Best American-Made HVLP Primer Gun

Minneapolis, MN – Sharpe, a leader in paint spraying equipment for the professional automotive refinish market, introduces the newly designed high performance RAZOR HVLP Primer Spray Gun.

The new RAZOR HVLP Primer Spray Gun is a first-class gun that delivers low overspray to minimize sanding. It provides quality atomization, and is one of the best American-made HVLP guns for spraying base and clear coats. With a blue anodized paint finish and 23 ounce aluminum gravity cup for easy cleaning, this gun is both affordable and durable. A 3M™ PPS™ Adapter is not included, but available.

“The new RAZOR Spray Guns compete head to head in terms of performance and reliability with Sata, DeVilbiss and Iwata spray guns,” said Ron Graffis, Sharpe manager of sales and marketing.

“To demonstrate the durability and high-quality finish these new guns deliver, Sharpe is offering a three year warranty for our made in the USA product,” added Graffis.

Graco, a world leader in fluid handling systems and components, and Sharpe, a part of the Graco company, developed RAZOR Spray Guns. Specific to automotive finishing, Graco has a long history designing and manufacturing finishing equipment that improves productivity, reduces paint usage costs, lowers emissions and provides consistently better finishes for automotive manufacturers the world over. These manufacturers include General Motors, Ford and Toyota, as well as for bus, trucking and airplane manufacturers.

Graco purchased Sharpe in 2003 to enter the North American automotive refinishing market, and brought its strong R&D, engineering and product development expertise to develop new spray guns to bolster Sharpe’s position in the marketplace.

Sharpe and Graco developed RAZOR accessories that enhance the painting experience. The Dryaire™ system removes compressed air humidity, and the air filters and coalescers ensure high quality air. Other accessories include the Digi-tell™ air-adjusting valve, and a full line of hose assemblies, high output connectors, 3M™ PPS™ Adapter for RAZOR, Spray Gun Brush Kit and F2-Disposable In-Line Filters.

Technical Information
• Air Inlet Size: 1/4” npsm (R 1/4 -19)
• Max. Air Inlet Pressure: 29 psi (0.2 MPa, 2.0 bar)
• Air Consumption: 14.4 CFM at 29 psi (2.0 bar)
• Cup Size: 23 oz. (0.68 liter) cup
• Weight with cup: 1.3 lbs (0.6 kg)
• Finish: Blue Anodized
• Pattern Size: 14 inches

Sharpe’s New RAZOR HVLP Metallic Spray Gun Saves Time and Money with Fewer Passes and Less Material

Minneapolis, MN – Sharpe, a leader in paint spraying equipment for the professional automotive refinish market, introduces the newly designed high performance RAZOR HVLP Metallic Spray Gun.

The new RAZOR Metallic HVLP Spray Gun is optimized for metallic and fine metallic paint with a well-defined spray pattern for superior material distribution. The RAZOR Metallic HVLP Spray Gun requires fewer passes, saving on both time and costs, with less wasted material. Its 100% stainless steel fluid passages, needle, and nozzle offer long-term affordability with ultra-long life needle packing. Cleaning is easy thanks to a nickel-plated finish and 23 ounce polished aluminum gravity cup. A 3M™ PPS™ Adapter is included.

“The new RAZOR Spray Guns compete head to head in terms of performance and reliability with Sata, DeVilbiss and Iwata spray guns,” said Ron Graffis, Sharpe manager of sales and marketing.

“To demonstrate the durability and high quality finish these new guns deliver, Sharpe is offering a three year warranty for our made in the USA product,” added Graffis.

Graco, a world leader in fluid handling systems and components, and Sharpe, a part of the Graco company, developed RAZOR Spray Guns. Specific to automotive finishing, Graco has a long history designing and manufacturing finishing equipment that improves productivity, reduces paint usage costs, lowers emissions and provides consistently better finishes for automotive manufacturers the world over. These manufacturers include General Motors, Ford and Toyota, as well as for bus, trucking and airplane manufacturers.

Graco purchased Sharpe in 2003 to enter the North American automotive refinishing market, and brought its strong R&D, engineering and product development expertise to develop new spray guns to bolster Sharpe’s position in the marketplace.

Sharpe and Graco developed RAZOR accessories that enhance the painting experience. The Dryaire™ system removes compressed air humidity, and many air filters and coalescers ensure high quality air. Other accessories include the Digi-tell™ air-adjusting valve, and a full line of hose assemblies, high output connectors, 3M™ PPS™ Adapter for RAZOR, Spray Gun Brush Kit and F2-Disposable In-Line Filters.

Technical Information
• Air Inlet Size: 1/4” npsm (R 1/4 -19)
• Max. Air Inlet Pressure: 29 psi (0.2 MPa, 2.0 bar)
• Air Consumption: 14.4 CFM at 29 psi (2.0 bar)
• Cup Size: 23 oz. (0.68 liter)
• Weight with cup: 1.3 lbs (0.6 kg)
• Pattern Size 14 inches

Sharpe’s New RAZOR LVLP Spray Gun Best For Shops with Limited Air Supply

Minneapolis, MN – Sharpe, a leader in paint spraying equipment for the professional automotive refinish market, introduces the newly designed high-performance RAZOR LVLP Spray Gun.

The new RAZOR LVLP Spray Gun sprays both base and clear, but is optimized for clear coats. These low volume, low pressure guns are the spray guns of choice when shop air is limited. They offer amazing transfer efficiency, along with a lightweight, ergonomic gun body for painter comfort. With 100% stainless
steel fluid passages, needle and nozzle, the RAZOR LVLP Spray Gun offers longterm affordability with ultra-long life needle packing. Cleaning is easy with a nickel-plated finish and 23 ounce polished aluminum gravity cup. A 3M™ PPS™ Adapter is included.

“The new RAZOR Spray Guns compete head to head in terms of performance and reliability with Iwata spray guns,” said Ron Graffis, Sharpe manager of sales and marketing.

“To demonstrate the durability and high quality finish these new guns deliver, Sharpe is offering a three year warranty for our made in the USA product,” added Graffis.

Graco, a world leader in fluid handling systems and components, and Sharpe, a part of the Graco company, developed RAZOR Spray Guns. Specific to automotive finishing, Graco has a long history designing and manufacturing finishing equipment that improves productivity, reduces paint usage costs, lowers emissions and provides consistently better finishes for automotive manufacturers the world over. These manufacturers include General Motors, Ford and Toyota, as well as for bus, trucking and airplane manufacturers.

Graco purchased Sharpe in 2003 to enter the North American automotive refinishing market, and brought its strong R&D, engineering and product development expertise to develop new spray guns to bolster Sharpe’s position in the marketplace.

Sharpe and Graco developed RAZOR accessories that enhance the painting experience. The Dryaire™ system removes compressed air humidity, and many air filters and coalescers ensure high quality air. Other accessories include the Digi-tell™ air-adjusting valve, and a full line of hose assemblies, high output connectors, 3M™ PPS™ Adapter for RAZOR, Spray Gun Brush Kit and F2-Disposable In-Line Filters.

Technical Information
• Air Inlet Size: 1/4” npsm (R 1/4 - 19)
• Max. Air Inlet Pressure: 16 psi (0.1 MPa, 1.1 bar)
• Air Consumption: 8.8 CFM at 16 psi (1.1 bar)
• Cup Size: 23 oz. (0.68 liter) cup
• Weight with cup: 1.3 lbs (0.6 kg)
• Aircap Pattern: 13 inches
• Finish: Nickel

Sharpe’s New RAZOR Compliant Spray Gun— Lightweight, Ergonomic Design Puts Painter Comfort First

Minneapolis, MN – Sharpe, a leader in paint spraying equipment for the professional automotive refinish market, introduces the newly designed high-performance RAZOR Compliant Spray Gun.

The new RAZOR Compliant Spray Guns spray clear, base and primer coats with transfer efficiency equal to or better than HVLP and deliver higher fluid flow for increased production speed. The Compliant guns fulfill the changing regulatory demands of the automotive refinish market.

The RAZOR Compliant Spray Gun features a lightweight, ergonomic gun body that provides increased painter comfort. Wide spray patterns and remarkable material flow give exceptional coverage and speed. The RAZOR Compliant Spray Gun is also optimized for exceptionally fine atomization. Its 100% stainless steel fluid passages, needle, and nozzle offer long-term affordability with ultra long life needle packing. Cleaning is easy thanks to a nickel-plated finish and 23 ounce polished aluminum gravity cup. A 3M™ PPS™ Adapter is included.

“The new RAZOR Spray Guns compete head to head in terms of performance and reliability with Sata, DeVilbiss and Iwata spray guns,” said Ron Graffis, Sharpe manager of sales and marketing.

“To demonstrate the durability and high quality finish these new guns deliver, Sharpe is offering a three year warranty for our made in the USA product,” added Graffis. Graco, a world leader in fluid handling systems and components, and Sharpe, a part of the Graco company, developed RAZOR Spray Guns.

Specific to automotive finishing, Graco has a long history designing and manufacturing finishing equipment that improves productivity, reduces paint usage costs, lowers emissions and provides consistently better finishes for automotive manufacturers the world over. These manufacturers include General Motors, Ford and Toyota, as well as for bus, trucking and airplane manufacturers.

Graco purchased Sharpe in 2003 to enter the North American automotive refinishing market, and brought its strong R&D, engineering and product development expertise to develop new spray guns to bolster Sharpe’s position in the marketplace.

Sharpe and Graco developed RAZOR accessories that enhance the painting experience. The Dryaire™ system removes compressed air humidity, and many air filters and coalescers ensure high quality air. Other accessories include the Digi-tell™ air-adjusting valve, and a full line of hose assemblies, high output connectors, 3M™ PPS™ Adapter for RAZOR, Spray Gun Brush Kit and F2-Disposable In-Line Filters.

Technical Information
• Air Inlet Size: 1/4” npsm (R 1/4-19)
• Max. Air Inlet Pressure: 35 psi (0.24 MPa, 2.4 bar)
• Air Consumption: 11.2 CFM at 35 psi (2.4 bar)
• Cup Size: 23 oz. (0.68 liter)
• Weight with cup: 1.3 lbs (0.6 kg)
• Finish: Nickel
• Pattern Size: 14 inches

Sharpe Line of New RAZOR Guns Deliver Premium High Performance

Minneapolis, MN – Sharpe, a leader in paint spraying equipment for the professional automotive refinish market, introduces the newly designed high performance RAZOR^® line of HVLP, LVLP, Compliant, Conventional and HVLP Primer Spray Guns.

The RAZOR Gravity Spray Guns deliver premium performance for base, clear and primer coats and offer features and options that painters did not have in the past from Sharpe Manufacturing.

After extensive market research and field development with automotive refinishers, the new RAZOR Spray Guns were designed to be lightweight and have superior ergonomic features while delivering a high quality, first-class automotive finish.

“The new RAZOR Spray Guns compete head to head in terms of performance and reliability with Sata, DeVilbiss and Iwata spray guns,” said Ron Graffis, Sharpe manager of sales and marketing.
“To demonstrate the durability and high quality finish these new guns deliver, Sharpe is offering a three year warranty for our made in the USA product,” added Graffis.

Graco, a world leader in fluid handling systems and components, and Sharpe, a part of the Graco company, developed RAZOR Spray Guns.

Graco manufactures systems and products that move, measure, control, dispense, and apply a wide range of fluids and viscous materials used in vehicle lubrication, commercial and industrial settings.

Specific to automotive finishing, Graco has a long history designing and manufacturing finishing equipment that improves productivity, reduces paint usage costs, lowers emissions and provides consistently better finishes for automotive manufacturers the world over. These manufacturers include General Motors, Ford and Toyota, as well as for bus, trucking and airplane manufacturers.

Graco purchased Sharpe in 2003 to enter the North American automotive refinishing market, and brought its strong R&D, engineering and product development expertise to develop new spray guns to bolster Sharpe’s position in the marketplace.

“As evidenced by the introduction of the new RAZOR line of high performance spray guns, Graco will continue to make investments into Sharpe and the automotive refinish products market by providing innovative solutions,” said David Lowe, VP and GM of Graco’s Industrial Products Division. “Graco believes in continuous product improvement and rigorous testing. When you choose a Sharpe manufactured product, you can be assured of a quality product.”

The new RAZOR Spray Guns offer precision performance at a value-minded price, with a lightweight ergonomic gun handle. The RAZOR offers long-term affordability with ultra-long life needle packing and low cost of ownership service parts. The new spray guns offer a variety of fluid tips, from 1.0 to 2.5 mm. The silver- and nickel-plated guns have 100% stainless steel fluid needle, nozzle, and passages, comes with a three year warranty, a 3M™ PPS™ Adapter, and a polished 23 ounce aluminum cup.

The RAZOR HVLP Spray Guns, popular for spraying base and clear, deliver excellent finish quality, atomization and reliability. The RAZOR Metallic HVLP is optimized for metallic and fine metallic paint with a well-defined spray pattern for superior material distribution. The RAZOR HVLP primer gun is a first-class gun that delivers low overspray to minimize sanding.
The RAZOR HVLP Spray Guns offer multiple nozzle options ranging from 1.0 to 2.3 and provide an adjustable fan pattern up to 14 inches. It is the lightest gun in its class with
a weight of only 1.3 lbs.

The RAZOR LVLP Spray Guns spray both base and clear, but are optimized to spray clear coats. These guns are the spray guns of choice when shop air is limited.

The RAZOR Compliant Spray Guns spray clear, base and primer coats with transfer efficiency equal to or better than HVLP and deliver higher fluid flow for increased production speed. The Compliant guns fulfill the changing regulatory demands of the automotive refinish market.
Sharpe and Graco developed RAZOR accessories that enhance the painting experience. The Dryaire™ system removes compressed air humidity, and many air filters and coalescers ensure high quality air. Other accessories include the Digi-tell™ air-adjusting valve, and a full line of hose assemblies, high output connectors, 3M™ PPS™ Adapter for RAZOR, Spray Gun Brush Kit and F2-Disposable In-Line Filters.