Wagner 0580001 Control Pro 170 Paint Sprayer, High Efficiency Airless Sprayer with Low Overspray

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For the best spray-painting results, users absolutely must strain the paint (see description above). We also recommend spraying a test board before using the Wagner paint sprayer on your actual project. By spraying on the test board first, you can gauge the speed you need to move the spray gun across the actual project for even coverage. Additionally, the test board allows you to identify the ideal distance between the sprayer and the surface—for me, that was about 18 inches. Wagner Control Pro 150’s dimensions are 13.5 x 16 x 18.2 inches, whereas Wagner Control Pro 170’s dimensions are 18 x 13.18 x 15.56 inches. Like its smaller cousin, you get the hose pipe flush system, reversible tip, and the ability to vary the paint flow pressure. Finally, you have the ability to run a slightly larger tip on this paint sprayer, due to the more powerful motor. There are two main factors to consider when purchasing an airless paint sprayer: Hose length and capacity. Hose length The best paint sprayers have simple hose hookups, so you can flush fresh water straight through the machine to clean it. You should also look to ensure that you can easily remove and obtain spare parts for any part of the machine that touches paint. Annual Spraying Rating

Sprayers from the Graco Project Series make it simple for enthusiastic do-it-yourself homeowners and handymen to power through modest to medium-sized jobs with speed and precision. What makes the Graco Magnum X5 stand out, however, is the details in the extra features. First up, you have a hose connection system to make cleaning the machine much easier. Secondly, you have variable pressures, which allow you to fine-tune the machine to whatever your application and the paint you are using. How does it differ from others? This Control Pro sprayer has a maximum operating pressure of 1500 PSI, has a capacity to spray up to 175 gallons each year, and makes use of a hose that is 25 feet long so that projects may be easily sprayed.Graco airless units generally operate at higher pressure, though fully adjustable, and offer more complex features such as the RAC IV SwitchTip, which allow you to reverse the tip when the machine is clogged. This keeps you spraying and thus reduces downtimes. Secondly, more power means you can run longer hoses, which is essential for outdoor work, especially if you’re working on a roof or away from the sprayer. You’ll notice that machines less than 0.6hp will typically require 60ft hoses or less. Cleaning Make sure the walls are ready to be painted. Moisture-absorbing surfaces such as newly plastered walls have to be pre-treated with a primer. Unfortunately, primer cannot always be sprayed with a paint sprayer. The Graco Magnum X5 airless sprayer is an excellent choice for DIYers and remodelers looking for more power and mobility. It can handle projects up to 10-gallon, making it suitable for multiple uses.

The tool comes with dual speed adjustments, which gives you two speeds to choose from. These include Low Speed and High Speed. As you would guess, low speed works great for small detail work, while high speed is better suited for larger projects. With both options, you would be able to complete your projects faster. So while you won’t have a lot of problems with overspray working with both systems, you will find Wagner units a little harder to clean. Having said that, cleaning both sprayers is generally tedious. Make sure to read the specific cleaning guidelines of the model you’re using. Pros & Cons of Graco Airless paint sprayers Like the other models, it has an airtight system, making it possible to spray in all directions, even upside down. Simply twist the nozzle to switch it from a horizontal to a vertical spray and vice versa.Prep the surface. This might be a little boring, but it will make life easier. Make sure the surface is clean and dry. Place a drop cloth on the floor to catch overspray. HEA technology is meant to reduce the level of overspray in Wagner sprayers, up to 55 percent less than standard models. You also get continuous spray and variable tip sizes which allow you to take on both small and large projects. Wagner Control Pro 170 has a maximum annual flow of 300 gallons, while Graco X5 has a maximum annual flow of 125 gallons.

The paint container is a 1.5-quart cup that is well-sealed to prevent spillage, even when using the gun upside down. The only downside is that you have to refill the small cup quite frequently when painting a large area, such as a wall. Also, it’s a hassle to clean; unfortunately, this has to be done after every use if you don’t want the machine to clog. Besides these, this is the right tool for occasional or small projects and is well worth the cost. A 25-foot hose is included with the gun, but it can support up to 50-foot hose. Meanwhile, the hopper can hold up to 1.5 gallons of paint, allowing for continuous spraying as there’s no need for frequent refills, especially for small and midsize projects. There are only two types of spray tips compatible with the HEA sprayers: Wagner and Titan HEA spray tips. How do I know what size spray tip to use?In principle, the above causes need no further explaining, but we still want to provide you with a few tips for better results. I needed two finish coats. With some practice, someone might be able to get the coverage right with one coat. So, if you’re an absolute beginner, you might find Graco a little intimidating, except, maybe, their handheld models. In either case, the larger the hopper or paint can is, the less refills will be required throughout the duration of your project. In general, stationary models with 1-, 2-, or 5-gallon paint cans will allow you to work for a long time without running low on paint. Sprayers with hoppers usually hold around one gallon of paint.