SATA product guideSATAjet 1500 B SoLV Spray Gun: specs, configurations and buying advice
A practical, solvent-focused refinishing gun for shops that want SATA spray quality with a simpler choice of RP or HVLP and 1.3 or 1.4 nozzle sizes. It is designed for solvent basecoats, sealers and clearcoats.
SATAjet 1500 B SoLV Spray Gun: product overview
SATAjet 1500 B SoLV Spray Gun is SATA's solvent-focused automotive refinishing gun for solvent basecoat, sealer and clearcoat. PBE offers the live RP and HVLP configurations shown below with 1.4, 1.3 mm nozzle choices and an RPS multi-purpose cup set.
Who should buy it?Painters who want a straightforward, value-oriented SATA gun dedicated to solvent refinishing materials.
Exact configurations and SATA part numbers
Use this table to confirm the exact SATA manufacturer part number before ordering a gun, nozzle set or replacement component.
| SATA part number |
Technology |
Nozzle Size |
UPC |
| 1010917 |
RP |
1.4 |
4027533225218 |
| 1010892 |
RP |
1.3 |
4027533225225 |
| 1010925 |
HVLP |
1.3 |
4027533225201 |
| 1010933 |
HVLP |
1.4 |
- |
RP or HVLP: which should you choose?
RP - choose speed and a familiar wet application
SATA's optimized high-pressure technology moves material quickly with VOC-compliant transfer rates and low overspray.
- Best fit for painters who prioritize production speed
- Longer recommended spraying distance on applicable SATA models
- Lower air consumption than the comparable HVLP setup on jet X/X 5500
HVLP - choose transfer efficiency
Low-pressure technology is designed for especially high transfer rates, putting more coating on the panel.
- Best fit when material efficiency is the priority
- Shorter recommended spraying distance on applicable SATA models
- Requires more air volume than comparable RP jet X/X 5500 setups
Simple answerChoose RP for speed and flexible handling. Choose HVLP when transfer efficiency matters most. Your booth, compressor capacity, coating system and local rules still matter.
Choose a nozzle size by material flow
| Size |
Good starting point for |
What changes |
Why choose it |
| 1.3 |
Solvent basecoat, sealer and clearcoat |
Balanced material flow and control |
A strong all-around starting point |
| 1.4 |
Solvent clearcoat or when more material is desired |
Wetter, faster build than 1.3 |
Useful for painters or products that favor more flow |
Available on this page1.4, 1.3
Your coating's TDS is the final authority. These are practical selection starting points, not a substitute for the paint, primer or clearcoat manufacturer's required gun setup, reduction and pressure.
Technical specifications
RP technical data
Recommended inlet pressure1.8 bar / 26 psi
Pressure range0.5-2.4 bar / 7-35 psi
Air consumption290 Nl/min / 10.2 cfm
Spray distance17-21 cm / 6.7-8.3 in
HVLP technical data
Recommended inlet pressure1.8 bar / 26 psi
Pressure range0.5-2.4 bar / 7-35 psi
Air consumption350 Nl/min / 12.4 cfm
Spray distance10-15 cm / 3.9-5.9 in
What is included?0.3 L, 0.6 L and 0.9 L QCC RPS Disposable Cups / (1) 0.3 L, (1) 0.6 L and (1) 0.9 L QCC RPS Multi-Purpose Cup
Compressor check: Size the compressor for delivered air at pressure, not tank size alone. Leave operating headroom above the gun's stated air consumption and account for hose length, fittings, filters and other tools.
Which SATA gun belongs in your booth?
| Platform |
Primary job |
How you configure it |
Choose it when... |
| SATAjet X |
Current premium basecoat/clearcoat platform |
RP or HVLP; I or O fan; four digital configurations |
Painters who want SATA's newest spray and digital ecosystem |
| SATAjet X 5500 |
Proven premium basecoat/clearcoat platform |
RP or HVLP; I or O fan; digital or non-digital |
Painters who want a broad, established premium setup |
This product SATAjet 1500 B SoLV |
Solvent basecoat, sealer and clearcoat |
RP/HVLP and 1.3/1.4 choices |
A simpler, value-oriented solvent refinishing gun |
| SATAjet 100 B |
Primer, filler, UV primer and polyester spray filler |
Large primer nozzles plus dedicated UV/P configurations |
Preparation work—not a substitute for a finish gun |
Why pay for jet X or X 5500 over a 100 B?Because they solve different jobs. jet X and X 5500 are premium finish platforms for basecoat and clearcoat. The 100 B is a preparation specialist for primer and filler. If you meant the 1500 B SoLV, choose jet X/X 5500 for more configuration choice and premium refinement; choose 1500 B SoLV for a simpler solvent-focused setup.
SATAjet 1500 B SoLV Spray Gun FAQ
What is the SATAjet 1500 B SoLV Spray Gun best used for?
Solvent-based basecoat, sealer and clearcoat in automotive refinishing.
Is RP and HVLP better?
Neither is universally better. RP favors working speed and lower air demand; HVLP favors transfer efficiency. Match the gun to the coating, booth, compressor and painter.
Which nozzle sizes are available on this page?
The exact live configurations use 1.4, 1.3 mm nozzle sizes. Confirm the SATA part number in the configuration table before ordering.
Does a digital SATA spray gun atomize better?
Digital pressure measurement does not change the core atomization by itself. It makes inlet pressure easier to see and reproduce; the nozzle technology, size, fan, coating setup and painter technique still determine application.
Can I interchange RP and HVLP nozzle sets?
Do not assume they interchange. Order the nozzle set for the exact SATA model, technology, size and fan pattern, and verify the manufacturer part number before purchase.
How large should my compressor be?
Use the air-consumption figure above as the minimum delivered-air requirement at pressure, then add headroom for pressure drop, duty cycle, filtration, hose and simultaneous shop demand.
Can this gun spray both waterborne and solvent-borne paint?
The 1500 B SoLV is specifically positioned for solvent-containing basecoat, sealer and clearcoat. Choose another SATA platform when the coating system calls for it.
Manuals and manufacturer resources
Before spraying: Confirm the coating manufacturer's current TDS, required nozzle range, reduction, inlet pressure, flash times and applicable VOC rules. If you are between configurations, contact PBE with the exact coating system and the kind of work you do.