Best Paint for Robotic Line Markers: Tiny and Turf Tank
Robotic line markers are only as good as the paint and nozzle you put in them. We've run Pitchmark's ready-to-use paints through both Tiny and Turf Tank robots. Here's what we found, and the settings we recommend.
Tiny robots
A Tiny Mobile Robots line marker. Photo: Mark Tomlinson, Bio-Circle.
Tiny robots are supplied by Origin Amenity Solutions, along with their own paint. In our testing, Direct beat the paint supplied with these robots:
- A better line when used with a Pitchmark stainless steel nozzle
- More economical, so each container marks more for your money
Turf Tank
A Turf Tank One robotic line marker. Photo: Mark Tomlinson, Bio-Circle.
Both of our robot-ready paints work in a Turf Tank:
- Direct: our longest-lasting, highest-quality ready-to-use line. The one to choose if durability matters most.
- Edge: the choice on price, in a recyclable bag-in-box.
Nozzle settings for Direct and Edge
| Setting | Pitchmark stainless steel nozzle |
|---|---|
| Starting point (recommended) | No. 4 |
| Fast mode | No. 6 |
| Quality mode | No. 3 |
Start on No. 4 and adjust from there. For coverage figures, see our Edge nozzle and coverage guide and the nozzle guide.
Direct or Edge?
| Paint (10L) | Choose it for | Pitches per 10L | Packaging |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct | Longest-lasting, highest-quality lines | Up to 4 | Drum |
| Edge | Price; recyclable packaging | Up to 4 | Bag-in-box |
Pitch counts are for full-size football pitches.
Need help setting up your robot?
WhatsApp or call John on 086 817 4112 and we'll get your robot marking with the right paint and nozzle. Free next-day delivery to all 32 counties.
Thank you to Mark Tomlinson of Bio-Circle for kindly giving us permission to use his photographs in this article.