60-Mesh In-Handle Filter for SG-Series Guns (OEM # Graco 288749)
Compatible Machines / Guns
This filter fits the following Graco spray guns (and the sprayers that ship with them):
- SG2 Airless Spray Gun
- SG3 Airless Spray Gun
- SG10 Airless Spray Gun
- SG20 Airless Spray Gun
- SG Pro Airless Spray Gun
Note: Many Magnum homeowner/prosumer sprayers (e.g., units supplied with SG2/SG3 guns such as Magnum X5/X7, select ProX models) will use this filter. Always verify the gun model installed on your sprayer before ordering.
Product Overview
The Graco 288749 Gun Filter 60 mesh is an OEM in-handle screen that captures particles before they reach the tip. Using the correct mesh helps prevent clogs, protects the pump, and delivers a smoother finish on medium-to-thicker coatings.
Key Benefits
- Reduces tip plugging and downtime
- Protects pump and improves finish quality
- Optimized 60-mesh screen for latex, primers, and similar coatings
- Tool-free, quick replacement in SG-series gun handles
Specifications
| OEM Part | Graco 288749 |
| Mesh Rating | 60-mesh (medium/coarser screen for latex, primers, enamels) |
| Fits Gun Models | SG2, SG3, SG10, SG20, SG Pro |
| Typical Tip Size Pairing | Use commonly with tips ≈ .015" and larger |
| Maintenance | Clean after each use; replace when damaged or if >20% clogged |
Usage Tips
- Match mesh to material: 60-mesh for latex/primers; finer meshes for thin materials.
- Rinse the filter thoroughly after each spray session to extend life.
- If you experience frequent tip clogs, inspect/replace the gun filter and the pump inlet strainer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. 288749 (60-mesh) is designed for SG2 and SG3, and it also fits SG10, SG20, and SG Pro guns.
60-mesh is commonly used for medium-to-thicker materials such as latex, primers, and many enamels. For very thin coatings, consider a finer mesh.
Inspect and clean after each job. Replace when torn, deformed, or when clogging exceeds ~20% and flow is restricted.
Current SG-series filters may be supplied without a separate spring depending on the gun revision. If your gun requires a spring, reuse the original or order the spring separately per your gun manual.
This is a gun filter. It fits the SG2/SG3/SG10/SG20/SG Pro guns that come with many Magnum and other Graco sprayers. Check which gun model your sprayer uses; if it’s one of these, 288749 will fit.
