Solo 461 5L manual Pressure Sprayer from Solo’s Landscape range is robust and hard-wearing unit. The sprayer’s high quality 270 cm3 piston pump has a smooth action and doesn’t take long to get to full pressure. Once fully pressurized, the sprayer will be able to operate until the tank is almost empty. Equipped with Viton seals in critical locations for superior chemical resistance, this unit is designed and built for harsh Australian conditions. It is a multipurpose sprayer in an economical package perfect for all home and garden applications.

Founded in Germany and a worldwide leader of Sprayers, Solo has been operating in Plant Protection and Pest Control since 1948. Whether you are a selective backyard gardener or a professional, you're guaranteed to find the right product to suit your requirements within Solo’s wide range of sprayers.

Key Product Features:

• Wide funnel shaped tank opening for easy filling and cleaning.
• Includes two spray nozzles - flat jet & hollow cone.
• Pressure relief valve to prevent accidental damage caused by excess pressure build up.
• Long 50 cm plastic wand that can be secured at the pump handle for ease during transport and storage.
• Ribbed handle on the 50cm spray lance hence with secure grip.
• Lockable pump handle with built-in wand retainer for ease of carrying in between use.
• Transparent UV resistant tank to easy check the fill level.
• Equipped with Viton seals in critical locations for superior chemical resistance.
• 1.4m hose for accessing hard to reach spots such as dense foliage.
• Optional accessories:Carry strap for easy transport.
  • Pressure gauge – for precision application of spray medium – Part# 49356 (4900356)
  • Extension and Spray wands – Part# 4900513, 4900478
• Made in Germany.
• Stable base.

 Product Specifications:

• Capacity: 5L
• Pump type: Piston
• Seal (O-ring) material: Viton
• Nozzle type: Solo flat jet & Hollow cone nozzle
• Max. spray pressure: 3bar (43psi)

NOTE: Higher max spray pressure indicates that the unit is better equipped to provide an even spray.

• Wand length: 50cm
• Hose length: 1.40m
• Max delivery at 3bar: 1.6L/min
• Weight: 1.75kg
• Dimensions (LxWxH): 20cm x 20cm x 46cm
• Manufacturers warranty : 2 years warranty for faulty manufacture.

 Common Applications:

• General purpose spraying including distribution of water, fertiliser, fungicides, pesticides, timber protectors etc.
• Plant protection - For plants on balconies & patios, backyard gardens and for decorative plants & shrubs
• Misting of plants
• Wood deck cleaning or staining
• General purpose household cleaning.

Correlation between Spray Pressure and Spray quality

Spray pressure is the most important factor that defines nozzle performance and hence the spray quality. Spray Pressure directly affects the flow rate, spray pattern (fan angle) and droplet size.  Higher spray pressure produces a finer spray quality i.e., smaller droplet size. Finer sprays have higher tendency to penetrate dense canopies more effectively. It must be noted that smaller droplets are more prone to drift but can be controlled for manual sprayers by maintaining the optimum spraying distance between the target area and the sprayer nozzle.

What are the advantages of a Pressure Sprayer over a Trigger Sprayer?

When the time comes to get a sprayer, most people rush to buy a trigger sprayer that is easily available in a supermarket or grocery store. It is seldom realised that although a trigger sprayer cheaper, a pressure sprayer might be a better choice and a more effective way to reduce wastage, complete the task more effectively and save money on a longer run.

1. Low or nil wastage of chemicals – A pump sprayer or pressure sprayer provides delivery of chemicals to a wider coverage area with consistent spray volume.
2. Longer wands for hard-to-reach spots – Although wands and optional telescopic wand extensions are more commonly available for larger sprayers, some smaller pressure sprayers also have optional extendable wands. This makes usage of pressure sprayers more practical for hard to access narrow spots such as deeper into the foliage.
3. Wide opening – Pressure sprayers of all sizes have a wider bottle opening for refilling or mixing of the solution and cleaning of the sprayer unit.
4. Ease of use – Hand Fatigue is a common issue noted with the trigger sprayer due to demanding repetitive squeezing of the trigger. This is fully eliminated with the use of a pressure sprayer.
5. Durability - A pressure sprayer is sturdier and more durable than a trigger sprayer and hence last longer than just a few applications.