{"product_id":"graco-ftx-airless-spray-gun-2-finger-trigger-w-rac-x-288429","title":"Graco FTx Airless Spray Gun, 2 Finger Trigger, RAC X, 288429","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGraco FTx 288429 Airless Spray Gun, 2 Finger Trigger, RAC X\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGraco FTx 288429\u003c\/strong\u003e is a manual airless spray gun for everyday contractor work. It has a 2-finger trigger, comes with a RAC X 515 SwitchTip and guard, and is rated to 3,600 psi. Replacement parts are available, including needle kit \u003ca href=\"\/products\/graco-airless-gun-repair-kit-288488\"\u003e288488\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexSeal needle:\u003c\/strong\u003e a fully enclosed needle that Graco says lasts 70% longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLess spitting:\u003c\/strong\u003e the seat sits closer to the tip. Graco says this removes 60% of the dead space between needle and tip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModular needle:\u003c\/strong\u003e comes out through the trigger cross pin and front housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasyGlide swivel:\u003c\/strong\u003e dual-seat design that cuts sealing friction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle and filter:\u003c\/strong\u003e form-fitted handle, trigger lock and a trigger guard that swings clear to reach the filter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse it with an airless sprayer and hose rated for at least 3,600 psi, for interior and exterior painting jobs. Pick the tip from your paint's data sheet. \u003cem\u003eNot for\u003c\/em\u003e air-assisted or HVLP systems, and never without the tip guard and trigger guard fitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFTx 288429 gun with 2-finger trigger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRAC X 515 SwitchTip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRAC X HandTite tip guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hose and sprayer are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFTx 2-Finger vs 4-Finger\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ftx-airless-spray-gun-4-finger-trigger-rac-x\"\u003eFTx 288430\u003c\/a\u003e is the same gun family with a 4-finger trigger. Graco's manual lists it with an LTX 515 tip. Pick by trigger feel and the tip you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e288429\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum working pressure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3,600 psi (24.8 MPa)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInlet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4 NPSM swivel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluid orifice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.125 in. (3.18 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum material temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120°F (49°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (FTx family)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18.4 oz without tip and guard, 21.1 oz with\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWetted materials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel, polyurethane, nylon, aluminum, tungsten carbide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty (Graco)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 months from date of sale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSetup \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelieve pressure: sprayer off, trigger lock on, pressure at lowest, prime valve to PRIME, then trigger the gun into a pail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit the tip: seat the gasket and seal in the guard, insert the tip and hand-tighten the nut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the hose to the gun swivel with two wrenches. Graco says not to spray with less than 25 ft of hose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrime, then raise pressure only until the spray is even. Never exceed 3,600 psi.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo clear a clog, turn the tip to the unclog position, trigger into a waste area, then turn it back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter each shift, flush the gun, clean the filter (it slides out the top of the handle) and wipe the outside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eWhat does the 515 tip number mean?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe last two digits are the orifice in thousandths of an inch, so 515 is 0.015 in. Thicker coatings need a larger orifice. Check your paint's data sheet or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-page\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e for tip help.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eWhich sprayers will it work with?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAny airless sprayer and hose rated for 3,600 psi or more with a fitting that suits the gun's 1\/4 NPSM swivel inlet. Not sure about yours? Contact us with the model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003e2-finger or 4-finger trigger?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth are FTx guns rated to 3,600 psi. It comes down to how the trigger feels in your hand. Try both if you can, or ask us.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eThe gun drips or won't shut off. Can I repair it?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eClean the filter and tip first. If it still leaks, Graco's manual 311861 lists needle kit \u003ca href=\"\/products\/graco-airless-gun-repair-kit-288488\"\u003e288488\u003c\/a\u003e for FTx guns. It replaces the needle and diffuser.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eHow often do I clean the filter?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eGraco says after each use. Pull it out through the top of the handle and brush off debris. Replace it if it is damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eCan I spray in cold Canadian weather?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollow your paint's minimum temperature. Graco's maximum material temperature is 120°F (49°C). Keep paint and the gun warm, and do not leave water in the gun. Store it dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e7\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eWhat warranty does it have?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eGraco's manual gives 12 months from the date of sale for defective parts. Graco requires proper installation and care. Contact us if you have a claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Graco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39352198856759,"sku":"288429","price":410.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0062\/5400\/2231\/files\/GracoFTxAirlessSprayGun_2FingerTrigger_RACX_288429.jpg?v=1731970168","url":"https:\/\/thepaintpeople.com\/products\/graco-ftx-airless-spray-gun-2-finger-trigger-w-rac-x-288429","provider":"The Paint People","version":"1.0","type":"link"}