GRACO 288431 – Contractor FTx Airless Spray Gun, 4 Finger Trigger, RAC 5 515 SwitchTip, Durable

GRACO 288431 – Contractor FTx Airless Spray Gun, 4 Finger Trigger, RAC 5 515 SwitchTip, Durable nickel finish, 3600 PSI

The GRACO 288431 Contractor FTx airless spray gun is designed to be the longest lasting and most reliable airless spray gun, engineered to provide maximum performance, reliability and comfort. Features a durable nickel finish that is corrosion resistant and easier to clean, making it ideal for professional contractors who demand dependable equipment.

The Contractor FTx Airless Spray Gun is the economical choice for everyday use while delivering the reliability and performance to achieve a professional finish. Includes a 4-finger trigger and a RAC 5 515 SwitchTip and Guard.

Exclusive FlexSeal Needle

Totally enclosed patented design eliminates needles exposure to fluid, extends needle life by 70%, and ensures consistent needle shut-off

Fluid pushes on seal to quickly shut off needle and reduce spitting

Spring is located outside fluid path for better flow

Helps eliminate pack out and slow needle shut-off

Reduced Gun Spitting

Repositioned seat is closer to the tip, eliminating 60% of the dead space

Less paint left between needle and tip results in less spitting

Ergonomic Design

Form-fitted handle provides maximum control and comfort

Detachable trigger guard swings clear of gun handle for easy filter access

Lightweight design reduces operator fatigue

Trigger Lock

Smooth, lightweight trigger pull with simple, thumb-engaged safety lock

Modular Needle Design

Simply remove the trigger cross pin and unthread front housing to change out needle

EasyGlide Swivel

Exclusive dual-seat swivel design reduces sealing friction under pressure, making this the best swivel on the market!

Easy Out Gun Filter

Filters from the inside out to prevent filter from collapsing

Interchangeable with all Contractor series guns

Additional Specifications

Max Working Pressure: 248 bar (2.48 MPa, 3600 PSI)

Material: Durable nickel finish

Orifice Diameter: 3.2 mm (0.125″)

Weight: 624 gr (22 oz)

Switch Tip: RAC 5 517 Switch tip

Component A Inlet Size (in)	1/4
Component A Inlet Thread Type	NPSM
Component Type	Single Component
Fluid Orifice Size (in)	0.125
Gun Activation	Manual
Gun Type	Airless Gun
Gun Weight (oz)	23.8
Includes	RAC 5 515 SwitchTip, RAC 5 HandTite Guard
Maximum Fluid Pressure (MPa)	24.8
Maximum Fluid Pressure (psi)	3600
Model	Contractor FTx
Product Type	Spray Gun
Series	Airless Spray Gun
Spray Type	Airless
Trigger Lock	Locking
Trigger Type	Four-Finger
Type	Spray Gun

Features

Longest lasting and most reliable airless spray gun design

Maximum performance, reliability and comfort

Durable nickel finish for corrosion resistance

Easier to clean finish

4-finger trigger for comfort

RAC 5 HandTite guard system

Applications

Professional contractor applications

High-pressure airless spraying up to 3600 PSI

Residential spraying

Commercial applications

Industrial jobs

Professional contracting work

Compatible Equipment

248 bar airless spray systems

RAC 5 tip system

GMAX II

GH 130-300 series pumps

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Kit Contents

RAC 5 515 SwitchTip

Tip Guard

Part of the Contractor Series 248 BAR (3600 PSI) family. This is the FTx model with 4-finger trigger and RAC 5 517 Switch tip included. Part of the NEW CONTRACTOR & FTX GUNS family with maximum working pressure of 3600 PSI. Gun repair kit available as part number 288488. This is part of GRACO’s New FTx Gun series, which appears to be positioned as an upgraded line of contractor spray guns with various trigger configurations and RAC tip options

Reference Manuals

300787 (Page 30) Maritime Equipment

337554 (Page 18) Gas Airless Sprayers

337659 (Page 17) Electric Sprayers Australia

343214 (Page 3) Airless Accessories

344386 (Page 4) Airless Accessories Brochure