3M Paint Spray Systems
3M's Revolutionary Paint Preparation System Technology
When it comes to paint spray systems, 3M invented the world's first disposable paint cup system nearly 20 years ago, fundamentally changing how professionals approach paint mixing and application. The 3M Paint Preparation System (PPS) replaced traditional mixing cups and paper filters with an innovative closed-system approach that has become an industry standard across automotive refinishing, marine coatings, industrial finishing, and countless other applications.
PPS Series 2.0: The Evolution of Innovation
After thousands of hours watching and working with hundreds of painters, 3M introduced the PPS Series 2.0 Spray Cup System, which represents a complete redesign focused on ease of use and performance. The system features a 4-point connection that adds stability from the cup to the gun, a new lid locking system for easier cup assembly, and a domed lid that helps eliminate sputter. The quarter-turn lid locking mechanism ensures fast, secure sealing, while full diameter filters improve flow, ensure quality, and reduce spitting throughout the entire spray job.
A wide range of adapters are available for virtually every spray gun to be used with the 3M PPS Series 2.0 spray cup system, making it a versatile solution regardless of your existing equipment. The system works seamlessly with gravity-feed and siphon-feed spray guns, and 3M also offers the Accuspray ONE spray gun designed specifically for the PPS system without requiring adapters.
Efficiency and Environmental Benefits
The closed-system design of 3M paint spray systems delivers measurable benefits that directly impact shop efficiency and operating costs. 3M PPS reduces cleaning solvent consumption by up to 70% and reduces prep and clean-up time by up to 50% compared to conventional paint cup systems. Because painters mix paint directly in a disposable liner that attaches to a filtered lid, there's no need to transfer materials between containers or use separate strainers. As freshly filtered paint is dispensed, the liner bag collapses, allowing the spray gun to function at any angle, and the liner bag and filter are disposable, leaving only the spray gun and adapter to be cleaned.
The system is available in a range of sizes from 3 ounces to 32 ounces, allowing professionals to select the right capacity for spot repairs, single-panel work, or multi-panel projects. Each PPS Series 2.0 kit now includes hard cups with built-in mixing ratios and measuring guides printed directly on the cup, plus an access window that allows you to hold the liner while removing the lid for easy refilling or tinting.
A Complete System for Professional Results
Beyond reducing solvent waste and cleanup time, 3M's paint spray system technology helps minimize contamination risks. Using fresh, disposable lids with welded-in filters and new liners for each job eliminates the possibility of cross-contamination from previous paint applications. The closed system prevents outside debris from entering the paint during mixing and spraying, contributing to cleaner finishes and better overall results. Whether you're working in automotive collision repair, marine refinishing, woodworking, or industrial coating applications, 3M PPS paint spray systems offer a proven solution that improves workflow efficiency while reducing environmental impact and operating costs.