Graco Contractor PowerShot XT (18H311)

Introducing the next generation in airless spray guns, the Contractor PowerShot XT. Designed to reduce spitting virtually altogether, the PowerShot gun features the industry's lightest trigger pull force and the ability to spray all day on a single charge.Connects exclusively with Ultra XT/Mark XT ProContractor Series Sprayer, or any XT sprayer equiped with the optional Smart Display XT. The PowerShot XT provides great benefits:

• The lightest trigger force necessary to allow painters to spray longer with less fatigue
• Improved finish quality
• ProConnect for the fastest service on the jobsite
• Easy Hose Management

Difference Between PowerShot XT and PowerShot StandardThe PowerShot Standard is a highly versatile spray gun compatible with any airless sprayer, making it ideal for a wide range of projects. It features a light trigger pull for comfort, ProConnect maintenance for quick repairs, and a flexible hose for excellent maneuverability.The PowerShot XT includes all the standard features of the PowerShot Standard, such as the light trigger pull, ProConnect maintenance, and flexible hose. Additionally, it is specifically designed for Graco XT systems, offering advanced functionalities like remote pressure adjustment and SmartStall technology for superior control and performance. To access these enhanced capabilities, an additional XT display is required unless used with the 695, 795, or 1095 ProContractor series, which include built-in compatibility.
Further performance comes when a painter connects a Graco Ultra XT Sprayer with the PowerShot XT:

 

• Super Comfortable Trigger: The lightest trigger pull in the industry, meaning less effort and reduced hand fatigue, even during long jobs.
• Instant Spray Control: Responds almost instantly for precise spraying with no annoying paint spits.
• Flexible Hose: Comes with a 1.8-meter (6 ft) whip hose for better mobility and control.
• Quick Maintenance: Easy-to-replace parts so you can fix it on-site without delays.
• Long-Lasting Power: Powered by DeWalt batteries, providing a full day of spraying on a single charge.

Key Differences:

PowerShot Standard:

• Works with any airless sprayer—super versatile!
• A great choice if you use different sprayers and want something compatible across the board.

PowerShot XT: 

• Specifically designed to pair with Graco XT airless sprayers.
• Includes remote pressure adjustment, so you can tweak spray settings from up to 60 meters away—perfect for big jobs where you need to move around a lot.

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Choose the Standard if you want flexibility with different sprayers, or go for the XT if you're using a Graco XT system and want the added convenience of remote pressure control. Both are reliable tools to make painting faster and less tiring!