Understanding Surface Cleaner Tips and Pressure Washer Tips: Choosing the Right Ones for Your Machine

Choosing the right tips for your pressure washer and surface cleaner is crucial for achieving the best cleaning results. In this guide, we will break down how to select the appropriate surface cleaner tips based on your machine's gallons per minute (GPM) and explain the differences between tips for the pressure side on the gun and those for a JRod setup. We'll also provide examples of tip sizes for various machine capacities, including 4 GPM, 5 GPM, 8 GPM, and 10 GPM.

Choosing Surface Cleaner Tips Based on GPM

The size of the orifice in your surface cleaner tips directly affects the pressure and flow rate, which are essential for efficient cleaning. Surface cleaners typically have either a 2-tip bar or a 4-tip bar. Here’s how to determine the correct tip size for your machine:

1. Determine Your Machine's GPM:

   • This information is typically provided by the manufacturer of your pressure washer.

2. Use the Correct Orifice Size:

   • The orifice size of the nozzle determines how much water flows through and at what pressure. A smaller orifice increases pressure but restricts flow, while a larger orifice decreases pressure but allows more flow.

3. Refer to a Nozzle Size Chart:

   • Most manufacturers provide a chart that correlates GPM and PSI to nozzle size.

Examples of Surface Cleaner Tip Sizes:

• 4 GPM Machine:

  • 2-Tip Bar: Each tip should be sized for 2 GPM. Recommended tip size: 2502.
  • 4-Tip Bar: Each tip should be sized for 1 GPM. Recommended tip size: 2501.

• 5 GPM Machine:

  • 2-Tip Bar: Each tip should be sized for 2.5 GPM. Recommended tip size: 25025.
  • 4-Tip Bar: Each tip should be sized for 1.25 GPM. Recommended tip size: 250125.

• 8 GPM Machine:

  • 2-Tip Bar: Each tip should be sized for 4 GPM. Recommended tip size: 2504.
  • 4-Tip Bar: Each tip should be sized for 2 GPM. Recommended tip size: 2502.

• 10 GPM Machine:

  • 2-Tip Bar: Each tip should be sized for 5 GPM. Recommended tip size: 2505.
  • 4-Tip Bar: Each tip should be sized for 2.5 GPM. Recommended tip size: 25025.

Choosing Pressure Washer Tips for the Gun

The tips you use on the pressure washer gun are different from those on the surface cleaner. Here’s how to select the right ones:

1. Understand the Purpose:

   • Different tips create different spray patterns and pressures, which are suitable for various tasks like rinsing, applying detergent, or heavy-duty cleaning.

2. Standard Tip Colors and Angles:

   • Red (0 degrees): High-pressure pinpoint spray for tough stains.
   • Yellow (15 degrees): High-pressure narrow spray for heavy-duty cleaning.
   • Green (25 degrees): Medium-pressure spray for general cleaning.
   • White (40 degrees): Low-pressure wide spray for rinsing.
   • Black (65 degrees): Low-pressure spray for applying detergent.

Examples of Tip Sizes:

• 4 GPM Machine:

  • Red: 0004
  • Yellow: 1504
  • Green: 2504
  • White: 4004

• 5 GPM Machine:

  • Red: 0005
  • Yellow: 1505
  • Green: 2505
  • White: 4005

• 8 GPM Machine:

  • Red: 0008
  • Yellow: 1508
  • Green: 2508
  • White: 4008

• 10 GPM Machine:

  • Red: 0010
  • Yellow: 1510
  • Green: 2510
  • White: 4010

Choosing Tips for a JRod Setup

A JRod setup allows you to quickly switch between different nozzles mounted on a single bracket, which is particularly useful for soft washing. Here’s how to choose the right tips for your JRod:

1. Identify Your GPM and PSI:

   • Knowing your machine’s GPM and PSI is crucial for selecting the correct tips.

2. Determine the Spray Pattern and Purpose:

   • Select tips for tasks like applying chemicals, rinsing, and detailed cleaning.

Example of JRod Tip Sizes:

• 4 GPM Machine:

  • High-Pressure Rinse: 0004
  • Low-Pressure Rinse: 4004
  • Soap Application: 2540 (25-degree angle, 40 orifice for soap)
  • Soft Wash: 0040 (0-degree angle, 40 orifice for soft wash)

• 5 GPM Machine:

  • High-Pressure Rinse: 0005
  • Low-Pressure Rinse: 4005
  • Soap Application: 2505 (25-degree angle, 05 orifice for soap)
  • Soft Wash: 0005 (0-degree angle, 05 orifice for soft wash)

• 8 GPM Machine:

  • High-Pressure Rinse: 0008
  • Low-Pressure Rinse: 4008
  • Soap Application: 2508 (25-degree angle, 08 orifice for soap)
  • Soft Wash: 0008 (0-degree angle, 08 orifice for soft wash)

• 10 GPM Machine:

  • High-Pressure Rinse: 0010
  • Low-Pressure Rinse: 4010
  • Soap Application: 2510 (25-degree angle, 10 orifice for soap)
  • Soft Wash: 0010 (0-degree angle, 10 orifice for soft wash)

Conclusion

Choosing the right nozzles and tips for your pressure washer and surface cleaner is essential for efficient and effective cleaning. By understanding your machine’s GPM and PSI, and selecting the appropriate tips for different tasks, you can optimize your cleaning process and achieve the best results.

At JR Chemical Sales, we offer a wide range of pressure washing accessories and chemicals to meet your needs. Visit us for expert advice and high-quality products.

Contact Information:

• Address: 5728 Plauche St, New Orleans, LA 70123
• Phone: 504-358-5485
• Website: www.jrchemicalsales.com