What is the primary purpose of the air cap on a spray gun?

What is the primary purpose of the air cap

Multiple choice — select the best answer

ATo maintain consistent paint viscosity
BTo direct compressed air into the fluid stream to atomize the paint
CTo control the amount of paint flowing through the gun
DTo filter contaminants from the paint

✓ Correct answer: B. To direct compressed air into the fluid stream to atomize the paint The primary purpose of the air cap is to direct compressed air into the fluid stream to atomize the paint and shape the spray pattern. It's a critical component that affects the quality of atomization and pattern formation.

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