OrangeBob Posted March 22, 2017 Share Posted March 22, 2017 Hi guys, I've got a nearly full can of Army Painter spray primer, and for some reason the plastic nozzle has gotten gunked up with primer. Needless to say, the primer isn't coming out all of the sudden. Is there something that I can soak the nozzle in to clean it out? I'm looking for a way to clean the nozzle without damaging it. Thanks, Orangebob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
infyrana Posted March 23, 2017 Share Posted March 23, 2017 Warm water to break down the paint and maybe a little brush to scrub the excess off? For maintaining a cleaner nozzle, I know with krylon cans, after I'd used them I would hold them upside down and spray until it contains no paint - this is how I would clean the nozzle after each use. No idea if that'd work with your cans too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrangeBob Posted March 23, 2017 Author Share Posted March 23, 2017 Yeah. I do the upside down trick every time but it still got clogged this time. I will try the warm water idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyberos the Red Wake Posted March 23, 2017 Share Posted March 23, 2017 The spray nozzle should be removable. Twist or pull it off, then use a needle to clear the blockage or use a paint stripper such as rubbing alcohol or strong paint thinner (turpentine, etc) to clean the spray passage or simply dunk the whole nozzle in for a short time and then clean it off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major_Gilbear Posted March 23, 2017 Share Posted March 23, 2017 You can also just buy a handful of replacement nozzles online. Just twist the cap off and squeeze a new one on (carefully!). Things to be aware of: 1) There are male and female nozzles, so you make sure you find out what you have before you but some replacement nozzles. 2) There are different spray types, so have a think about what you need. I'd suggest you want a medium-fine spray. 3) Army Painter sprays are notorious for nozzles clogging, and for having relatively little solvent compared to automotive primers. Therefore, whilst turning the cans upside down and clearing the nozzle with a few quick squirts is generally good practice, you will still waste a lot of the paint one way or another. In fact, I think they are designed to be used over just a couple of sessions (for coating a whole army for example, as their name suggests) rather then lots of quick uses over a period of time. To further help you with (1) and (2) , you may find this link helpful. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrangeBob Posted March 23, 2017 Author Share Posted March 23, 2017 Many thanks Tyberos and Gilbear! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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