The Graco 238450 Q Strainer 200 Mesh is a fine filter screen designed to keep debris out of your airless sprayer for a smooth, consistent finish. Ideal for thinner coatings like stains and varnishes.
This Graco 238450 Q Strainer 200 Mesh fits popular Graco airless sprayers that use the short manifold screen style.
The Graco 238450 Q Strainer 200 Mesh (short manifold screen) filters fine debris before it reaches critical pump and valve components, helping maintain pressure, extend equipment life, and deliver a smooth finish—especially with thinner coatings.
| Part Number | 238450 |
|---|---|
| Filter / Strainer Style | Q-Strainer / Easy-Out style, short manifold screen |
| Mesh Rating | 200 Mesh (fine filtration) |
| Typical Coatings | Stains, varnish, polyurethane, many solvent-based paints (fine finishes) |
| Primary Function | Traps contaminants to protect pump, reduce clogs, and improve finish quality |
| Fitment Note | Verify your sprayer uses the short manifold screen before ordering |
Use 200 mesh for thinner materials and fine finishes. For thicker coatings, consider a coarser mesh to reduce pressure drop.
| Material Type | Suggested Mesh | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Stains, varnish, poly, many solvent-based paints | 200 Mesh | Fine filtration; excellent for smooth finishes |
| Most interior/exterior latex (medium body) | 100–150 Mesh | Balance of flow and filtration |
| Heavier coatings / primers | 60–100 Mesh | Helps minimize clogging with thicker materials |
