Types of Pressure Washer Nozzles Explained
Do you have the right pressure washer nozzle? Picking the right unit can be the difference between blowing off a little dust and removing all the loose mud, grime, or paint from a vehicle or building.
Types of Pressure Washer Nozzles
These units are also known as spray tips. It’s critical to pick the right one for your task to make sure you can clean the surface quickly and thoroughly without damaging it. Here are the main kinds of pressure washer nozzles:
QUICK DISCONNECT TYPE
This variety lets you pick nozzles based on various angles. This allows you to convert the pressure washer into a tool for cleaning, cutting, or painting.
NPT THREADED MEG TYPE
The National Pipe Thread (NPT) threaded Meg type includes threaded pattern tips that are usually used for surface cleaning. Threaded nozzle holders alone use the tips since they’re made for MEG tips. The units are 1/8-in. or ¼-in. NPT threaded.
BLACK TIP TYPE
As the name suggests this type of nozzle includes a black tip for applying chemicals. You use a chemical injector to apply the tip flowing downstream. This process prevents damage since the chemical is added to the stream after it exits the pump.
Types of Quick Disconnect Nozzles
0-DEGREE
This shoots a jet of water that hits a surface area around the size of a quarter. It’s often used to remove rust or tar.
15-DEGREE
This unit is often used to strip paint from surfaces like wood, metal, and concrete.
40-DEGREE
This creates a gentle spray that’s ideal for cleaning windows, cars, and roofs.
Adjustable Nozzle
This type can be tweaked from 0 to 80 degrees to provide the most versatility.
How to Pick the Right Nozzle
Step 1: Do some research then pick the most “logical” one.
Step 2: Begin with a wider-angle nozzle then use a narrower one.
Step 3: Keep your distance when you start spraying to avoid the process getting too messy.
Step 4: Test a small region on a surface.
The process of pressure-cleaning is very intuitive. However, you might have to make some tweaks. If the surface isn’t getting clean, you can move the nozzle closer to the surface.
What if that doesn’t work? Use a higher-intensity unit and start 4 feet (1.2 meters) from the surface. Then gradually move closer to the surface.
Nozzle Care/Maintenance
Like other components of the powerful washer, you’ll have to clean the unit from time to time to get the best results.
Step 1: Secure a cleaner wire, which is often bundled with the product.
Step 2: Insert the cleaner wire into the nozzle hole then remove debris by moving it back and forth.
Step 3: Use a garden hose (highest pressure) to “back flush” water through the nozzle.
Step 4: You can place a thumb over the nozzle to produce this water pressure.
When should you replace the powerful washer nozzle? If it’s worn somewhat then buy a new one because it will reduce pressure and cleaning ability—which will cost you time, effort, and money.
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