Understand how the Level 5 MiniShot can help improve the efficiency and ease of your drywall projects.
Traditional Drywall Finishing
Drywall finishing can be challenging when you don’t have the best tool for the job.
Manually finishing drywall, while possible, comes with several potential issues. These include being labour-intensive, time-consuming, messy and inadequate for large jobs or hard to reach areas.
There are some tools that try to overcome these limitations, such as corner application boxes.
Corner boxes are a popular choice for finishing drywall. However, they rely on manually applied pressure, which can lead to an inconsistent finish and unnecessary strain on the upper body.
Level 5 MiniShot
Level 5, the producers of premium automatic taping tools, created the MiniShot to combat the drawbacks of outdated drywall finishing methods.
The Level 5 MiniShot is a drywall finishing tool comprising of an oversized, clear, polycarbonate chamber for the compound. With a gas cylinder to effortlessly push the compound out of your chosen finishing head. An extender can also be added to the tool to maximise reach.
Read on to learn more about why the Level 5 MiniShot is the ideal tool for your drywall finishing projects.
Benefits of the Level 5 MiniShot
Simplicity
Using the Level 5 MiniShot for finishing plaster is second to none when it comes to simplicity.
Push your chosen finishing head against the wall with minimal pressure to begin the flow of compound, without the need for twisting.
Once you’ve finished application to that section, simply release pressure to halt the compound release.
Additional Reach
The Level 5 MiniShot is 45.5 inches long and compatible with an 18-inch extender. The additional reach provided by this tool means that you can finish high walls and ceilings with ease.
With the extender applied, you maximise your reach to 63.5 inches. Negating the need for hop ups or stilts and reducing the time spent working at height whilst out on a job.
Without the extender attached, this lightweight tool can be used to finish drywall in tight spaces, such as cupboards and pantries, making it perfect for every project.
Reduced Strain
The no twist application and additional reach provided by the Level 5 MiniShot minimises strain to the upper body of both left and right handed plasterers.
With this lightweight tool, your back, shoulders and wrists can be comfortable, even when working for extended periods of time.
Flow Adjustment
You can control release of the finishing compound directly on the Mini Shot using the flow adjustment nut.
This flow adjustment allows you to have complete control over the release of compound, no matter the consistency of compound mixture or the pressure applied to the wall.
Powerful Flow
The back pressure provided by the gas cylinder creates a powerful flow of compound. Applying a range of mixtures is light work for the MiniShot’s gas cylinders, no matter how thick the compound.
Consistent Flow
The gas cylinder works in tandem with the flow adjustment settings to provide a consistent flow of finishing compound.
This means that you can finish drywall with high precision and get the same optimal result for every aspect of your project.
High Capacity
The Level 5 MiniShot also saves you taking unnecessary trips back to the pump.
The high capacity composite chamber means you can spend more time working and less time filling up your equipment.
Additionally, the clear chamber means you always know how much compound you have remaining – so there are no surprises when it comes to needing to head back to the pump.
Easy Cleaning
Cleaning the MiniShot is exceptionally easy – no disassembly required.
Featured on the MiniShot is a cleaning nozzle, attachable to garden hoses. Allowing you to fill the compound tube with water and flush out any leftover compound.
In the event you do want to disassemble your equipment, there are easy-to-use latches around the chamber so you can take apart your tool with ease.
Speed
The Level 5 MiniShot allows you to finish large and complex jobs with outstanding speed.
The simple application, effortless flow adjustment, large capacity and easy cleaning chamber speeds up the finish process.
With less application, mistakes, mess and fill-ups, jobs can be completed quickly in comparison to traditional finishing methods.
Multiple Finishing Applications
The Level 5 MiniShot is a tool suited for every drywall finishing project.
The ball end is made of stainless steel and finishing heads from all leading manufacturers can be attached.
No matter if you’re flat finishing, or looking to finish inside or outside corners, the Level 5 MiniShot can be adapted to fit the needs of any job.
Plus, if you’re upgrading from an older finishing tool, such as a corner box, there’s no need to purchase specific finishing heads – reducing the cost and complexity of getting the MiniShot onto your next project.
The Level 5 MiniShot Summarised
The Level 5 MiniShot is an essential tool for professional drywallers and astute DIYers alike.
Manually finishing drywall and traditional tools such as corner boxes can get the job done, but at a sacrifice compared to the automated, power-assisted MiniShot.
Its simple, lightweight nature and thoroughly considered design mean you can complete more jobs with speed and precision, without unnecessary physical strain.
Browse our range of Level 5 Tools to find the best automatic tool for your next project.