Iwata WIDER1-13K1G 1.3mm K1 Air Cap Gravity Spray Gun (10031)

Iwata WIDER1-13K1G 1.3mm K1 Air Cap Gravity Spray Gun (10031) represents the next generation of precision coating tools, evolving from the esteemed “W” series to offer even greater quality and repeatability. Designed with the professional user in mind, this spray gun combines advanced engineering with thoughtful ergonomic enhancements and simplified maintenance features to deliver dependable results across a wide array of applications, including automotive refinishing, wood and furniture, metalwork, plastics, and general industry.

KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS:

• Enhanced Ergonomics: A refined design leads to a 5-gram weight reduction, improving handling and reducing user fatigue during extended use. Tapered adjustment knobs with deeper grooves provide a more secure grip, allowing for precise and effortless fine adjustments. A smoother trigger tip enhances operation, particularly when applying lower paint volumes.
• Simplified Maintenance: The WIDER1-13K1G is engineered for easier cleaning and upkeep. The cap's thread pitch has been updated, requiring only 1.5 turns to secure or remove it—half the turns of previous models. The needle valve's reshaped back end facilitates quicker removal and attachment, while straight, threadless sections on air and fluid nipples simplify connector attachment.
• Intuitive Control: A newly developed linear response pattern adjustment set provides predictable and intuitive control over the spray pattern. With one turn yielding approximately 35% of the full pattern width, 1.5 turns around 50%, and two turns around 70%, users can easily achieve their desired coverage with precision.
• Consistent Application: Revised air valve seat sets feature larger and more uniform orifices within the air channel. This design ensures highly repeatable results during installation, eliminating potential variations in air volume that could affect paint output and pattern width, leading to consistently smooth and even coatings.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Model Number: WIDER1-13K1G
• Part Number: 10031
• Feed Type: Gravity
• Fluid Nozzle Diameter: 1.3 mm
• Air Cap: K1
• Recommended Atomizing Air Pressure: 0.24 MPa
• Air Consumption: 145 L/min
• Fluid Output: 160 mL/min
• Pattern Width: 170 mm
• Weight: 290 g
• Wetted Parts Material: Stainless steel

HOW TO USE:

1. Prepare the Surface: Ensure the surface to be painted is clean, dry, and properly prepared (sanded, primed, etc.).
2. Mix Paint: Mix your paint or coating according to the manufacturer's specifications, ensuring it is the correct viscosity for spray application. Pour the prepared paint into the gravity cup attached to the spray gun.
3. Connect Air Supply: Attach an air hose to the air nipple on the spray gun. Ensure your air compressor is set to the recommended atomizing air pressure of 0.24 MPa.
4. Adjust Settings:
   • Fluid Output: Adjust the fluid knob at the back of the gun to control the amount of paint flowing through the nozzle.
   • Pattern Width: Use the pattern adjustment knob to set the desired spray pattern width, utilizing the linear response for precise control (e.g., 1 turn for ~35% width, 1.5 turns for ~50% width).
   • Air Pressure: Fine-tune the air pressure at your regulator to achieve optimal atomization.
5. Test Spray: Before painting your final piece, perform a test spray on a scrap piece of material to check the pattern, atomization, and fluid output, making any necessary adjustments.
6. Apply Paint: Hold the spray gun perpendicular to the surface, maintaining a consistent distance. Apply paint in even, overlapping passes. Release the trigger at the end of each pass.
7. Clean Thoroughly: Immediately after use, disconnect the air supply and thoroughly clean the spray gun. Disassemble the air cap and fluid nozzle as needed, cleaning all paint passages with appropriate cleaning solutions.

BENEFITS OF USING IWATA WIDER1-13K1G 1.3MM K1 AIR CAP GRAVITY SPRAY GUN (10031):

• Delivers highly consistent and repeatable finishes due to refined internal components.
• Reduces user fatigue with its lighter, more ergonomic design, making long painting sessions more comfortable.
• Speeds up workflow and reduces downtime through significantly easier and quicker maintenance.
• Provides precise control over the spray pattern, allowing for accurate application across various project sizes.
• Ensures reliable performance across a range of painting materials due to its stainless steel wetted parts.

FEATURES:

• Optimized trigger shape for enhanced sensitivity at lower fluid volumes.
• Smooth internal needle valve spring bushing for seamless fluid adjustment.
• Quick-release cap design with improved thread pitch for rapid removal and attachment.
• Revised nipple design featuring straight sections for effortless hose connector attachment.
• Newly engineered air valve seat set ensures uniform air flow and consistent spray characteristics.