Paasche
Paasche Talon TG-3F
$183
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Paasche Talon TG-3F vs Sparmax MAX-3
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Sparmax MAX-3 is cheaper at $88. Every spec and price links to its source.
Sparmax
Sparmax MAX-3
$88Cheaper
Which is better: the Paasche Talon TG-3F or Sparmax MAX-3?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Sparmax MAX-3 is the cheaper at $88.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Paasche Talon TG-3F | Sparmax MAX-3 |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $183 | $88 |
| Brand | Paasche | Sparmax |
| Released | — | — |
| Nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.38 | 0.3 |
| Action type | dual-action | dual-action |
| Feed type | gravity | gravity |
| Mix type | — | internal |
| Cup capacity (ml) | 11.8 | 7 |
| Recommended psi range | 20-75 | — |
| Air inlet thread (in) | — | — |
| Needle nozzle interchangeable | Yes | — |
| Included nozzle sets | 3 | 1 |
| Weight grams | — | — |
Sources — Paasche Talon TG-3F: dixieart.com (verified 2026-07-13). Sparmax MAX-3: sparmaxair.com (verified 2026-07-13).
What's the difference between the Paasche Talon TG-3F and Sparmax MAX-3?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (3 of 10). Matching specs are omitted.
- Nozzle diameter (mm): Paasche Talon TG-3F 0.38 vs Sparmax MAX-3 0.3
- Cup capacity (ml): Paasche Talon TG-3F 11.8 vs Sparmax MAX-3 7
- Included nozzle sets: Paasche Talon TG-3F 3 vs Sparmax MAX-3 1