The trigger gun is the part you hold all day, so it is worth getting right. Guns come in many designs and pressure ratings, and the right one makes the job safer, easier and less tiring. Here is what to look for.
Match the pressure ratings
Trigger guns are rated to different pressures, generally from 1500 psi up to 5000 psi. Always choose a gun rated to your machine’s maximum pressure or higher, so know your operating pressure and flow before you buy.
Comfort matters on long job
Spray guns have developed over the years. Modern guns use softer triggers to help reduce hand fatigue for operators running them for long hours.
It is also worth looking for a gun with a 3/8 BSP threaded swivel inlet. The swivel stops the hose twisting, which means less wear on the hose and less strain on the operator’s wrist.
Lances
Connected to the Trigger gun sits the Stainless Steel lance: Generally ¼ inch seamless tubing is the best for longevity
- A single lance is stainless steel with the nozzle at the end, the standard setup for most cleaning.
- A dual lance lets the operator switch between high and low pressure. In low pressure mode it also draws detergent into the flow, so you can Soap up the equipment first and then wash it off far more easily.
Need a hand choosing?
For help matching the right gun and lance to your machine, call Pumps Australia on (08) 9358 2323 or 1800 790 915.
