Graco AXP713 Performaa Precision Spray Tip

What the AXP713 does differently

The AXP713 is part of Graco’s PerformAA “AXP” precision series, designed to produce a soft, uniform spray pattern at lower operating pressures. With its 0.013 in orifice and a fan that lays down approximately 14–16 in at standard gun distance, the tip helps finishers hit tight edge control while minimizing turbulence and tip-seat buildup. That balance fine atomization without cranking pressure translates directly into cleaner transfer and less rework on high-visibility substrates like doors, frames, and casework.

Where it fits and how it’s used

AXP tips are specified for Graco’s PerformAA platforms and are widely used across automated cells as well as manual finishing stations. If your process leans on air-assisted airless (AAA) techniques, AXP713 is tuned for the sweet spot: low to medium pressure with enough energy to break up lacquers, clears, and many water-bornes, yet gentle enough to keep edges crisp. Typical applications include architectural millwork, furniture, metal fab, plastics, and light equipment OEM finishing.

Gun compatibility (quick reference)

• PerformAA Auto and compatible AAA automatic guns (tip part numbers AXPxxx across the selection chart).
• Also used with Graco’s G40 Auto family in automated finishing where precision pattern control is required.

Key specs at a glance

• Tip code: AXP713
• Orifice: 0.013 in (≈0.33 mm)
• Nominal fan: 14–16 in (varies with distance/pressure/material)
• Use case: AAA fine-finish production, low–medium pressure

Setup for success

1. Match filtration to your coating e.g., 100–150 mesh for thin lacquers, 60–100 for many water-bornes to keep flow laminar through the tip.
2. Set gun distance so the full fan engages the surface without overspread (often 8–12 in for cabinetry and trim).
3. Start at the lower end of your pressure window, increase in small steps until tails disappear, then stop don’t over-pressure.
4. Keep hoses as short/large-ID as practical to reduce pressure drop and keep atomization consistent.

Why shops standardize on AXP713

Finish departments that run shift work value repeatability. The AXP713’s cut tolerance and indexing produce reliable fan geometry across lots, so one setup spec can be shared team-wide. In AAA production, that consistency means faster color changes, simpler training, and fewer “mystery” defects. If your cell uses PerformAA Auto gear, maintaining an AXP tip set (e.g., 509–717 range) lets you right-size flow to viscosity without compromising edge quality.

Maintenance & longevity tips

• Flush promptly at shift end; back-flush the tip to clear micro-debris that can distort the fan.
• Inspect the seat and guard minor nicks can skew the pattern and mimic a bad tip.
• Rotate tip inventory; log hours by color/chemistry to replace before performance drifts.

Material guidance (common pairings)

• Clear and pigmented lacquers, conversion varnishes, and catalyzed systems used in wood finishing.
• Water-borne acrylics and polyurethanes where low-pressure atomization reduces foam and orange peel.
• Light industrial urethanes and primers when a controlled fan is preferred over brute pressure.

FAQ highlights

How do I decode “713”? In Graco’s AAA tip families, “13” indicates a 0.013 in orifice; “7” aligns to the nominal fan category used to achieve roughly a mid-teens-inch pattern with typical gun distance and pressure. If you need a tighter fan or higher flow, step to adjacent sizes in the AXP chart while holding the same process window.

RAC vs. AXP what’s the difference? RAC tips are common for airless architectural rigs and include a reversible “clean” position. AXP tips target AAA finishing—precision, soft atomization, and repeatable patterns for fine-finish work.

Order with confidence

Stock AXP713 for trim enamels, clears, and delicate color coats where first-pass finish matters. For automated lines and manual booths alike, the AXP precision family gives you the control and efficiency AAA finishing is known for—without the guesswork.