When looking to buy industrial hose guns, there are a few factors that you may need to consider. During the washdown process in the food and chemical industries, a substantial amount of water can be lost from leaking spray nozzles or water-spray guns that still emit water even after the lever is released. So it is important to choose the right water spray nozzles for cleaning that provide the mechanism whereby the nozzle automatically shuts off, the moment the lever is released, thereby eliminating all water wastage.
Choosing the right water gun for cleaning
You may want to choose between low pressure and high pressure water guns depending upon your application. Different water stream types suit different applications.
Heavy duty high pressure washdown guns are ideal for use in most rugged applications and where water stream from soft spray to a strong straight stream is required. Low flow washdown guns are ideal for use where reduction in water consumption is required.
It is also important to buy a water washdown gun that produces consistent spray pattern in order to reduce misdirected spraying and ultimately save water loss.
The material of the water spray nozzle is crucial especially when used in the food industry. A stainless steel seat design should be considered for sanitary food handling applications. It also helps prevent nozzle seat leakage further reducing the amount of waste water.
We have done some research of the top quality washdown nozzles with reasonable price in the market and we found out the following options:
Top washdown guns and industrial water spray nozzles in Australia and New Zealand:
| Water spray guns | Features | Pressure | Price range |
| Strahman Hydro-Pro 150® | Adjustable water saver spray nozzle. It offers the unique combination of heavy duty performance with lightweight handling. It features a patented locking trigger mechanism that allows for several spray patterns from the same nozzle and reduces the chance of misdirected spraying during use
Ideal for applications where low flow is required. |
Medium Flow – Low Pressure | Reasonable |
| Strahman M-70 | It allows the complete spectrum of water stream from soft spray to straight stream and is available in either heavy duty or mini, lightweight options.
Ideal for use in most rugged applications. |
Medium Flow – Low Pressure | Reasonable |
| Strahman Mini M-70 | Heavy duty service with less weight
Ideal for heavy industrial use |
Low Flow – Low Pressure | Reasonable |
| YG1732 | Heavy duty high flow gun. It has shockproof plastic housings and has sturdy construction of stainless steel and brass. The trigger operation minimizes fatigue. Ideal for applications where high flow is required. | High Pressure | Reasonable |
| 4840-BA | Heavy duty water saving nozzle. Comes in bronze and stainless steel construction. Ideal for foam applications | Medium Pressure | Low |
TM-HBBB-001 and TM-HSBB-001 Washdown Trigger Gun |
Water-saving trigger nozzles, Heavy duty protective covers & bumpers, Variable spray patterns, trigger controlled. Bronze and stainless steel construction
Ideal for use for medium flow low pressure applications in general industries |
medium flow | Low |
TM-HSBB-200 and TM-HSBB-300 Washdown Trigger Gun |
Bronze & stainless steel construction, Variable spray patterns, trigger controlled, Optional swivel attachments available. Various colours to match HACCP zones
Ideal for use for medium flow low pressure applications in general industries |
Medium Flow – Low Pressure | Low |
HBBB-65 Washdown Trigger Gun |
Water-saving trigger nozzles. Heavy duty protective covers & bumpers. Bronze & stainless steel construction. Variable spray patterns, trigger controlled. Optional swivel attachments available. Durable impact resistant molded handle
Ideal for medium flow low pressure applications |
Medium Flow – Low Pressure | Low |
TM-HBBB-001-HF Washdown Trigger Gun |
Water-saving trigger nozzles. Heavy duty protective covers & bumpers. Bronze & stainless steel construction. Variable spray patterns, trigger controlled. Optional swivel attachments available. Durable impact resistant molded handle
Ideal for high flow low pressure applications |
High Flow – Low Pressure | Low
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TM-HSAN-100, TM-HLAN-100-B and TM-HMAN-075-B Washdown Twist Nozzle |
TM-HSAN-100 and TM-HLAN-100-B Washdown Twist Nozzle are the economy range water efficient washdown nozzle for maximum water savings. Water-saving twist nozzles. Heavy duty rubber protective covers & bumpers. Stainless steel construction. Variable spray patterns, twist control. Optional swivel attachments available. Ideal for medium-high flow at low pressure applications | Medium – High Flow – Low Pressure | Low |