As a universal cleaning unit that is used not only by motorists, pressure washers gained popularity among ordinary consumers. They use these devices to clean sidewalks on their site, sprinkle gardens, clean the facades of houses, garages, and small movable property. Due to the large availability of products in this category, presented by various manufacturers in the consumer market, everyone can choose a device to their liking.
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So what does the apparatus consist of? It includes:
This standard set of basic components may differ from each other depending on the purpose of the device.
For individual use, according to vehicle owners, a motor with an electric motor is sufficient. For industrial applications, it is recommended to select units with a gasoline or diesel engine.
Also, a distinctive feature of professional devices from simple models is the presence of water cooling of the motor, while conventional ones provide for air cooling. It causes the motor to heat up quickly and can cause it to overheat. In order to avoid such a nuisance, manufacturers have equipped most of the models with the function of automatically turning off the device when a critical temperature occurs.
If consumers have a problem with the supply of constant voltage, this factor should be taken into account when choosing a model. The instruction can inform about the presence of protection against voltage surges in the device. If there is no such item in it, then a question about it can be asked directly to the seller. The existence of such a function in the sink will significantly extend its service life.
Depending on the model and purpose, the pressure indicator of the device creating in the pump also fluctuates. Its value can vary from 20 to 160 bar. For comparison, the pressure in a standard water supply is 3 to 5 bar.
By their purpose, pressure washers are divided into:
But ordinary citizens prefer semi-professional and household devices for individual use.
When choosing the most suitable model, experts recommend answering a few clarifying questions in advance, namely:
By answering them, you can find out which device is better to buy: expensive or budget. If it is used quite rarely and for a short time, then there is no point in spending a large amount on the purchase. An inexpensive, simple model will do the job well. Hundreds of hours of such washing per year will be enough for periodic cleaning of vehicles or garden equipment.
Conventional or household washing machines with a power of up to 1.5 kW consume 420 liters of water per hour. The jet pressure generated by the pump is up to 110 bar. With this pressure, you can wash a dusty and slightly dirty car, motorcycle or bicycle, as well as moisten and refresh the backyard paths. But for a more thorough cleaning of vehicles with a strong level of pollution, it will be necessary to resort to auxiliary means in the form of brushes, shampoos, napkins and other items. When using such a sink, it is recommended to connect it to the water supply to achieve a good jet pressure. Otherwise, the desired effect will not be achieved.
With the correct use of such a device, namely 3-4 hours a week, its service life will be long and worthy.
For vehicle owners who use it often and in any weather, it is better to choose a semi-professional car wash. It is more powerful than the previous one by 0.6 kW with a pressure exceeding household ones by 50 bar. Water consumption is also 80 l higher. A unit with such characteristics is able to clean a car and other vehicles from moderate dirt. This device will show a good level of quality when cleaning garden alleys and facades of buildings. To remove stubborn dirt, you will need to use additional products.
This type of sink is able to independently use water from prepared containers, but in order to carry out this process, the owners will have to purchase some more additional devices, namely a hose with a check valve and a mesh.
Professional car wash features include:
This type of unit is used by owners of large farms or transport companies. The most severe pollution is subject to them. Thanks to attachments for various purposes, they can:
Professional sinks provide cleanliness in any chosen direction in a shorter time.
Most pressure washers are equipped with a set of standard nozzles and accessories. They are classified into:
The fan nozzle is used to effectively clean large surface areas with light contamination. It has proven itself to be excellent in cleaning walls of buildings, paths on the site, paving slabs and washing off foam from the car's covering.
Mud or rotary attachments are great for removing stubborn dirt that requires more energy.
To remove peeling paint, rust or old dirt, it is recommended to use nozzles containing abrasive substances.
Foam lances are especially popular for washing cars. They are the most budgetary ones and represent a universal foam generator complete with a liter tank. They are equipped with a function for adjusting the angle of the foam outlet. In order to avoid searching for a suitable adapter if the main device and the device do not match, manufacturers prudently add a spare adapter to the kit.
The triangular brush is actively used not only in washing car paintwork surfaces, but also in rubbing marble surfaces, tiles, windows.
Inconveniences when cleaning wheel arches, as well as hard-to-reach places in the car body, can be easily eliminated by the jet pipes.
With the help of a brush attachment for washing car rims, the incoming water is evenly distributed around the circle, which ensures uniform and high-quality cleaning.
If such devices are not included in the set of the purchased sink, this is not a problem. They can be purchased in large quantities at the respective markets or shops. The best solution may be ordering via the Internet. But the main thing should be taken into account when buying or ordering - the compatibility of the purchased device with the main device.
According to reviews of consumers using various types of sinks, the following representatives are included in the list of the most popular models with attachments.
This Russian-made model is a foam generator for household high-pressure washers. It has excellent compatibility with Karcher products. The nozzle is used for non-contact cleaning of any vehicle by forming an active foam mass. It is equipped with the function of adjusting the power of the jet and the angle of foam delivery. The set includes a 1 liter tank. All parts are made of durable plastic.
The dimensions of the package with the product are:
The model of the Hungarian production of the German brand is a foam nozzle that is effectively used to remove dirt of varying degrees. It is used for cleaning vehicles of any modification, walls of buildings, windows and backyard paths. Equipped with a transparent bottle for detergents, allowing you to control their consumption, it is securely and quickly attached to the gun of the device.
The parameters of the product in the package are:
This product from a Russian manufacturer is designed for non-contact cleaning of cars, motorcycles, bicycles, glass surfaces and building facades. Thanks to the function of adjusting the direction and power of the jet of water with detergent, you can select the desired direction. High-quality metal gearbox ensures durability and reliability of the structure. The nozzle is equipped with a 0.75 liter tank.
The packed goods have the following dimensions:
The foam generator of the Italian brand is actively used by consumers for sinks of a similar production. The metal gear attachment is securely attached to the main unit. With the function of changing the geometry of the jet, as well as its power, it is applicable in various areas of cleaning or cleaning. These are the washing of any transport equipment, facade surfaces of any structure. The model is equipped with a plastic cylinder with a capacity of 0.72 liters.
Packaged product parameters are:
This nozzle from a Russian manufacturer forms a stream of active foam used for cleaning both the surfaces of cars and motor vehicles, as well as walls and windows of buildings.The adjustable direction and power of the jet allows you to choose a comfortable working position. Brass fasteners securely attach the nozzle to the gun of the device. The large volume of the detergent bottle ensures long-term use of the foam generator. This model is suitable for various types of sinks.
Dimensions of packed goods:
Rotary nozzle for high pressure washers. As it exits, the water forms a rotating point stream that effectively removes stubborn dirt. It is actively used for cleaning vehicle surfaces, as well as removing moss from the surfaces of buildings and garden paths.
The model of the German brand with a mud blaster is designed to clean various surfaces from old dirt and moss. The rotary nozzle creates a powerful point stream of water that effectively removes the dirt layer. The bayonet connection of the nozzle to the gun provides a firm hold.
The packaged device has dimensions:
This model of a mud nozzle with a nozzle is presented by German manufacturers. In appearance, it resembles a spear with a stainless steel shaft. Thanks to the high outlet pressure of 220 bar, the device effectively copes with high levels of dirt, paint, moss and mold.
Packing dimension:
This German model differs from other representatives by the presence of two rotating nozzles, thanks to which its productivity is increased by 40%. The double jet of water more effectively removes stubborn dirt from various surfaces, and also covers a large area of them.
Parameters of the product in the package:
The mud blaster of this model is larger than its counterparts and is designed for high pressure washers. It has proven to be highly effective in removing stubborn dirt from a variety of surfaces. Rotating water jet with outlet pressure up to 300 bar ensures cleanliness over a large area immediately.
The model is presented by Chinese manufacturers using the technology of the German brand and is adapted to some types of pressure washers. The plastic nozzle has 3 spray settings that can be easily switched. The movement of the water flow is rotary, which increases the efficiency of cleaning any surfaces of vehicles, buildings, sidewalk tiles and alleys. The jet outlet pressure is 130 bar.
The dimension of the product in the package is:
Chinese manufacturers use German technology to produce fan nozzles of this model for high pressure cleaning devices. They are quite versatile and fit a lot of machines.When the spray jet comes out, a pressure of 140 bar is generated, which effectively removes stubborn dirt from vehicles, building surfaces of any structure, paving slabs and garden paths.
The dimensions of the packed goods are:
The desire to make it easier for yourself and your loved ones to do manual work, as well as reduce the time for washing a car, bicycle or cleaning a garden path is quite reasonable. We hope that the answer to the priority questions published at the beginning of this article, as well as the characteristics of some of the popular models presented in it, will help you make the best choice.