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Backpack sprayer recs

Posted on 4/8/23 at 10:33 am
Posted by BilbeauTBaggins
probably stuck in traffic
Member since May 2021
7669 posts
Posted on 4/8/23 at 10:33 am
I'm tired of hand pump sprayers and looking to see what yall think about backpack sprayers for weed treatment.

Secondary question: can the same sprayer be used with insect home defense sprayer? I'm assuming so as long as each product has been thoroughly flushed out of the sprayer.

Posted by magicman534
The dirty dell
Member since May 2011
1861 posts
Posted on 4/8/23 at 10:40 am to
I bought one from harbor freight last year. No complaints. I use it for weed control. Have separate pump sprayers for roundup, neem oil, root stim/miracle gro bc they are for smaller applications
Posted by CrawDude
Baton Rouge
Member since Apr 2019
5819 posts
Posted on 4/8/23 at 10:51 am to
I use Solo sprayers (backpack & hand pump) - replacement parts are avaiable if something breaks. I personally prefer to use separate sprayers for herbicides, insecticides and fungicides. Easier that way for me.
Posted by magicman534
The dirty dell
Member since May 2011
1861 posts
Posted on 4/8/23 at 12:08 pm to
quote:

I personally prefer to use separate sprayers for herbicides, insecticides and fungicides. Easier that way for me.


Same. I also write the mix ratio for the chemical in sharpie on the sprayer so I’m not constantly looking it up.
Posted by Cracker
in a box
Member since Nov 2009
19249 posts
Posted on 4/8/23 at 12:26 pm to
The harbor freight one for the money
Posted by agdoctor
Louisiana
Member since Dec 2004
3208 posts
Posted on 4/8/23 at 12:41 pm to
I have a Ryobi 18v electric.
Posted by Ikneauxnuffin
da bayou
Member since Dec 2019
848 posts
Posted on 4/8/23 at 1:07 pm to
Dewalt 20 volt backpack…liquid application game changer!!!!
Posted by Arkapigdiesel
Faulkner County
Member since Jun 2009
15616 posts
Posted on 4/8/23 at 7:45 pm to
quote:

Dewalt 20 volt backpack…liquid application game changer!!!!

I just ordered one and it came in on Thursday. I can't wait to spray and not be pumping the whole time. I hate pump sprayers. There's also a dude on eBay that sells 3D printed wall amounted holders for the DeWalt so you hang the sprayer and wand on the wall.
Posted by iron banks
Destrehan
Member since Jul 2014
4227 posts
Posted on 4/8/23 at 7:53 pm to
Got a 40 Volt Ryobi 4 gallon tank. Love it. Works well and uses very little battery power. I would buy again.
Posted by ronk
Member since Jan 2015
7604 posts
Posted on 4/8/23 at 8:45 pm to
I’ve changed over the years but I use a 4 gallon solo backpack for pest control because I use more product than other apps. Two 2 gallon Chapin handcans for herbicide and fungicide.
Posted by thatguy
Member since Aug 2006
6971 posts
Posted on 4/8/23 at 9:15 pm to
Field King ftw
Posted by cajun3gunner
Member since Mar 2023
161 posts
Posted on 4/9/23 at 11:09 am to
I use the 18v ryobi. I purchased this one bc I already had several ryboi 18v tools so it was a no brainer. I use it one my acre yard for 6-7 yrs now. Just empty the container between different chemicals
Posted by DickTater
Geismar
Member since Feb 2013
201 posts
Posted on 4/9/23 at 12:22 pm to
I purchased a my 4 sons unit. Blemished unit knocks some money off. Great unit, they make them with any major tool Lithium battery connector. I got a dewalt battery adapter. It shoots very far, 4 gallon capacity and high psi pump. Put out two full coverage apps 30k yard, one 4ah battery still at full 3 bars. Also used it to shoot soap cleaner 25ft up onto the siding to clean my house! Nice straps and feels balanced when full.
Posted by ELLSSUU
Member since Jan 2005
8064 posts
Posted on 4/9/23 at 1:23 pm to
I have the Ryobi 2gal coming this week. Already in the Ryobi ecosystem for several tools so it makes sense for me. Looking forward to getting it instead of lugging around and pumping.
Posted by Domo Arigato
Member since Jan 2019
136 posts
Posted on 4/9/23 at 7:16 pm to
Second,
“Ryobi 40 v sprayer”
Especially if you own that system already.
Posted by lgtiger
LA
Member since May 2005
1505 posts
Posted on 4/9/23 at 9:34 pm to
Ryobi makes a sling that turns the 2gal into a backpack
Posted by BilbeauTBaggins
probably stuck in traffic
Member since May 2021
7669 posts
Posted on 4/9/23 at 11:20 pm to
We've got EGO and Craftsman. Started with these about 3/4 years ago, but sadly neither have a spraying item that we're looking for.

May consider Ryobi just in case one of our tools goes bad, because I've been noticing their products have improved over the years.
Posted by leblanc272
Lake Charles
Member since Aug 2019
217 posts
Posted on 4/10/23 at 7:06 am to
I run Flowzone Typhoon 2.5 which is a 4 gallon sprayer. I'm more on the commercial side though. I have one set up tree and shrub soil injections, and the others 2 are 4 using around the resort for what ever comes up
Posted by dhuck20
SCLSU Fan
Member since Oct 2012
23202 posts
Posted on 4/10/23 at 1:06 pm to
quote:

The harbor freight one for the money
thing broke after I have used it twice.
Posted by White Bear
AMONGST a TND
Member since Jul 2014
17550 posts
Posted on 4/10/23 at 1:53 pm to
4 gallon SOLO piston with adjustable pressure regulator.

I have a 5 gallon diaphragm sprayer too, I’ve replaced the diaphragm 3 times in 14 yrs.

The 4 gallon piston I have is without the regulator but it’s primary job is basal bark work.

SOLO are available at Home Depot now.
This post was edited on 4/10/23 at 1:55 pm
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