Backpack Sprayers

[hunterridgefarm]

I currently have two backpack sprayers. One I use for roundup when I don't need to use the 15gal sprayer. It is a Round-Up brand and is okay but I don't want another one of these. I have had to replace the wand a couple of times and it when I release the hand control it does not shut off completely but takes a second or two to stop the flow. That is not bad when spraying weeds but when spraying around flowers and such...well let just say my wife does not like it when I kill some of her flowers

The other backpack sprayer is a re-badged Scotts or something. It works good but the strap broke the first year. I tied it back and it still works good but I don't want another one like this. I spray insecticide for the veggies in this one.

I bought a TSC brand backpack sprayer last week. I need one for organic only insecticides and fungicides. I was impressed with the way it was built, the back was padded, straps were strong, and it was comfortable. The problem was it leaked where the hose connects to the tank. I would need to remove the back panel to fix it. I would have done this but it came with 4 spray nozzles and none were adjustable. I need the adjustable nozzle.

I took it back to TSC and got my money back.

Does anyone use a Chapman Sprayer? I may just go with Solo. What type of backpack sprayer do you use or would recommend?

Thanks
David

 

[tow653]

Have had a Chapin for several years and it is very well made,don't think you'd be disappointed.

 

[DFB]

I have a Solo SPO backpack with agitator.


Only leaks if you don't tighten the cap right

 

[1bush2hog]

I've used a Solo in the past that worked pretty good, but currently have two of the Stihl backpack sprayers and really like them. It takes a lot less pumps to pressurize the Stihls

 

[MoKelly]

Have had a Chapin for several years and it is very well made,don't think you'd be disappointed.

I second this observation. I have had mine 3 years now and it works perfectly.

MoKelly

 

[JRobyn]

I have a Solo (diaphragm type). Has worked perfectly and been very dependable for many years now.

- Jay

 

[HeLa]

Have had a Chapin for several years and it is very well made,don't think you'd be disappointed.

I second this observation. I have had mine 3 years now and it works perfectly.

MoKelly

3x - i have a stanley 61804 (made by chapin) and it's been great. i've owned it 5 yrs. and this year i'll have to replace the seal for the tank cap as it dry-rotted but the unit has been otherwise excellent!

 

[randy41]

I've got a Field King 4 gallon sprayer that I bought >20 years ago. I've replaced parts along the way. Still in use.

 

[hunterridgefarm]

Is this the Chapin sprayer you guy's have?

Chapin Backpack Sprayer Pro — 4-Gallon, 90 PSI, Model# 61800 | Portable Sprayers| Northern Tool + Equipment


Anyone tried the Smith Pro from Lowes?

Shop Smith 4-Gallon Plastic Tank Sprayer with Shoulder Strap at Lowes.com

 

[turnkey4099]

I have a Solo (diaphragm type). Has worked perfectly and been very dependable for many years now.

- Jay

Same here. I can't even guess how many years ago I bought it. Only problem I had was losing part of the spray nozzle when cleaning it. Repair pack to get the missing part was quite high priced considering.

Harry K