Which Air Compressor?

[541F]

Hi,
I will soon be pursuing to complete the task of performing a full respray on my project car. Only I have a dilemma which has delayed the process of doing so.
I am uncertain as to which compressor I would require to feed my spray guns sufficiently.
I have purchased two spray guns, both Devilbiss Gti PRO's (Base & Clear). The gun I will be using for 'base' consists of a 1.3mm set up with a T1 aircap. The 'clear' gun I will be using is equipped with 1.2mm set up with T2 aircap.
I have considered both Clarke and SIP compressors (need to operate from household socket). Will 150L receiver tanks, and 3HP rated motors be adequate for my requirements?
I understand 'Free air Delivery' is what matters, although I'm confused as to what compressor would suit my guns.
If somebody could point me in the right direction or shed some light on what compressor would be suitable, I would genuinely appreciate it.

Thanks!

 

[Daz1968]

The t1 air cap requires 9.9cfm and the t2 12.4cfm, a good 3hp compressor will provide 9.5cfm fad so you will probably manage with a 150litre 3hp compressor, you will need a second compressor to provide air for an airfed mask. I think only the sip offer a 3hp that's ok for a 13amp socket as the clarke calls for a 30amp supply due to start up surge

 

[rtbcomp]

Thorite have a good offer on SIP compressors until the end of the month.

 

[541F]

Appreciate the input guys. I've had a look at the SIP compressors, it seems they have a FREE AIR DELIVERY of 9.5 CFM. Wouldn't this be too low for my guns?. Also is there a way where I could possibly combine two smaller compressors or add an additional reciever to compensate?.

 

[rtbcomp]

There's loads of info about joining two compressors on here, an additional receiver won't help much, you can spray for a bit longer, but you have to wait longer for the tank to refill.

http://www.mig-welding.co.uk/spray-painting.htm