Graco 246385 Inlet Strainer 7/8
Graco 246385 Inlet Strainer (7/8") keeps debris from entering your sprayer pump, helping maintain performance and extend equipment life. Ideal for professional airless sprayers using a 7/8" UNF inlet.
- OEM Part: Graco 246385
- Connection: 7/8" UNF inlet thread
- Purpose: Filters debris before it reaches the pump
- Fits: Graco 390, 490, Ultra 395/495/595, Ultra Max 695 Lo-Boy, GMAX 3400, LineLazer 3400, FinishPro 390/395
Quick Overview & Key Benefits
Graco 246385 Inlet Strainer (7/8") is a first-stage suction filter that helps keep debris out of your sprayer’s pump. With its 7/8" UNF inlet thread, it’s a simple, effective way to reduce clogs, protect the pump, and extend service life.
Compatible Machines
Confirmed models that use a 7/8" inlet strainer assembly:
- Graco 390
- Graco 490
- Graco Ultra 395, Ultra 495, Ultra 595
- Graco Ultra Max 695 (Lo-Boy)
- Graco GMAX 3400
- Graco LineLazer 3400
- Graco FinishPro 390, FinishPro 395
What is the 246385 Inlet Strainer?
It’s a suction-side filter/strainer that threads into the pump inlet. By screening paint and coatings before they reach the pump, the 246385 reduces tip clogs, maintains steady pressure, and lowers maintenance costs.
Specifications
| OEM Part | Graco 246385 |
|---|---|
| Connection | 7/8" UNF inlet thread |
| Function | First-stage inlet strainer / suction filter to keep debris out of the pump |
| Typical Use | Airless paint sprayers listed above (see Compatible Machines) |
| Installation | Threads directly into the pump inlet; hand-tighten, then snug per manufacturer guidance |
Pro Tips
- Keep a spare inlet strainer on hand swapping a clogged strainer is faster than deep cleaning mid-job.
- If you frequently spray heavy or textured coatings, check and clean the strainer more often.
- Verify the 7/8" UNF connection on your pump inlet before ordering.