DeVilbiss announced at Automechanika Frankfurt the launch of DV1, a next generation spray gun that it says is the most advanced DeVilbiss spray gun on the market with no other refinish spray gun built like it or able to perform like it.

DeVilbiss believes the introduction of the DV1 signals a huge technological advance for the automotive refinish professional, bringing groundbreaking levels of performance and efficiency. The company points out that this is not simply an evolutionary progression.  Everything about the DV1 is new, including new ergonomics, new air cap design, new fluid tip technology and a new co-axial air valve design and advanced atomisation technology that sets a distinct precedent in performance and control.

Since becoming part of Carlisle Fluid Technologies, DeVilbiss has experienced significant growth through further investment in cutting-edge technology, including the latest in computational fluid dynamics, advanced machine tools and metrology.

Technicians and engineers at the DeVilbiss Atomisation Centre of Excellence have achieved superior atomisation with high application speeds at lower air pressure. By maintaining a consistent particle size throughout the spray pattern, the DV1 ensures accurate colour reproduction and flake lay, even with the notoriously difficult, highly pigmented silver basecoats. This means professional painters can relax in the knowledge that they can get the job done right the first time, therefore eliminating rework, reducing material consumption and maximising their earnings potential.

DeVilbiss says every part of the DV1 has been designed and engineered for ultimate performance, with an ultra-smooth trigger putting the painter in total control. The DV1’s well balanced, consistent spray pattern ensures that the painter can achieve optimum transfer efficiency, reducing material consumption and resulting in accelerated production speeds.

By incorporating the latest technology, servicing and maintenance is also simpler. The use of lubricants has been entirely eliminated, rejecting any chance of contamination. The gun is also easy to clean and all components are available as replacement spares.