[Killsocket]

I have a 10k sq ft yard. I have a 2 gallon manual pump sprayer.

I am curious about these 4 gallon backpack sprayers. Is it worth it? How hard are these things to use (manual pump).

I envision using the prodiamine 65 product as well as weed killer. I would use round up separately in my 2 gallon (for open landscaping weeds). Would a diaphragm work better than a piston style for my needs?

I am a little newer to lawn care (started late last summer) and used my 2 gallon with weed b Gon and only used it half the yard it was so frustrating and time consuming.

I have search here and a lot of people like Solo, Chapin, and a few other brands.

Also, this is my first real post. Hope to learn a lot! Thanks in advance.

 

[J_nick]

Check out this post from Ware about the differences between the piston and diaphragm pumps

https://thelawnforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=1811&p=34158&hilit=Diaphragm#p34250

 

[gijoe4500]

A lot of us have the Chapin battery operated one and it works fantastic. Especially if you build a custom spray wand for it.

 

[cnet24]

For 10k square feet, I think a battery operated sprayer would be a must. I have the 20V backpack sprayer from Chapin (4g), and I think that is a consensus favorite around the forum.

Also, for that size, I would consider investing in the push sprayer from Chapin. Here are the links to both forums that have feedback from many people here:

Backpack Sprayer- https://thelawnforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=170

Push Sprayer- https://thelawnforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=74

 

[GrassDaddy]

I have just under 10k, and I was using the cheapo harbor freight one. It works OK. The Chapin 20v is amazing. So if you are on a budget and just need something better, go cheap and don't worry about it. But if you can get the 20v, I'd definitly recommend it.

Now there are other brands of 20vs, I think Tractor Supply has a in house brand version of one, that might be just as good. But I haven't tried them yet. I did get sent a sprayers plus 20v sprayer but haven't reviewed it yet. So I can't say the Chapin is "the best" but I also can't say I've heard anything bad about it either.

 

[MasterMech]

That TSC sprayer doesn't look half bad. Especially for the price. It's even TLF green. :lol:

https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/groundwork-4-gal-backpack-lithium-ion-sprayer?cm_vc=-10005

 

[Mightyquinn]

For 10k square feet, I think a battery operated sprayer would be a must. I have the 20V backpack sprayer from Chapin (4g), and I think that is a consensus favorite around the forum.

Also, for that size, I would consider investing in the push sprayer from Chapin. Here are the links to both forums that have feedback from many people here:

Backpack Sprayer- https://thelawnforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=170

Push Sprayer- https://thelawnforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=74

+1 I have 8K of lawn and using a backpack sprayer would be just too much but I guess it all depends on what and how much you are spraying.

 

[Killsocket]

Thanks guys for your input and advice!
As much as I might like a push sprayer, right now I do not have the room to really store one assuming they are much heavier and bulkier than a backpack sprayer I can just hang on a hook? But the idea is nice to have down the road if I get an outside shed.... ooooh if I only had a shed.

And it sounds like battery is the way to go? I was just kind of looking to eliminate the amount of refills on a 2 gallon pump sprayer as well as hauling it around. I don't mind "work" but I see a backpack sprayer as something that I could enjoy more than hauling around a pump sprayer. The battery sprayers intrigue me a lot.

 

[Still learnin]

I'm in need of a new sprayer as well. I have a wand sprayer that I can put on a golf cart/ATV but that is hard to maneuver and can't be used when wet (as we have been since February at least). I tried spraying the other day with a 2 gallon sprayer and I made it about half an acre before I decided I was insane (2 acres to spray).

I can't see spending $300-400 on a push sprayer. Especially when it obviously needs $175 worth of mods as y'all have done. Plus I think it would be. Pain to push 12 gallons all over 2 acres. How long does everyone would it take to do 2 acres with a 4 gallon backpack?

 

[Ware]

...How long does everyone would it take to do 2 acres with a 4 gallon backpack?

Way too long. Even at a modest 1/2 gallon per thousand, you're talking about 11 fills. That would be brutal.

 

[Greendoc]

If I cannot drive on something over 1/2 acre, that calls for a 100 gallon tank, at least a manual reel and enough hose to reach all parts of the lawn. Other accessory for that rig would be a hand held boom able to apply 1-5 gallons per 1000 sq ft. Even if I were just a homeowner. I could not imagine having that much grass and not being able to treat it correctly or apply liquid fertilizers when I wanted to.

 

[Mightyquinn]

I'm in need of a new sprayer as well. I have a wand sprayer that I can put on a golf cart/ATV but that is hard to maneuver and can't be used when wet (as we have been since February at least). I tried spraying the other day with a 2 gallon sprayer and I made it about half an acre before I decided I was insane (2 acres to spray).

I can't see spending $300-400 on a push sprayer. Especially when it obviously needs $175 worth of mods as y'all have done. Plus I think it would be. Pain to push 12 gallons all over 2 acres. How long does everyone would it take to do 2 acres with a 4 gallon backpack?

How many obstacles do you have in your lawn? Ever thought about a pull behind sprayer or mount one on your mower?You could get a much larger tank to reduce fill ups over a push sprayer.

 

[SCGrassMan]

I like the idea of a push sprayer, but not necessarily that particular one... has anybody seen others they might like better? I have a small yard, but I will be probably doing some commercial work in the near future once I get my pesticide license.

 

[wardconnor]

I would love to have one of those Chapin battery back pack sprayers. I sprayed 20k feet last year with a solo hand pump dual tip boom. Spraying that many feet with a hand pump kind of took the fun out of it.

The right set up will definitely make a difference in the efficiency and enjoyment you get out of it.

I'm changing my setup this year.

 

[Ware]

...The right set up will definitely make a difference in the efficiency and enjoyment you get out of it...

This. :thumbsup:

 

[Greendoc]

X2.

 

[Still learnin]

I definitely won't be getting a 100 gallon tank! I do have a large tank with spray wand that I can maybe figure out how to place on the mower. Guess that would be easier than the backpack. I'll make that my first plan.

Bottom line is that the wife wants the extra acre to look "good". I currently have a company spraying the acre that the house is in. At $155 a pop, I don't want to pay double for a side lot that is a different grass than the house lawn. Too much $ and not worth it I don't think.

 

[Ware]

I definitely won't be getting a 100 gallon tank!

Many products call for a carrier rate of 1 gallon per thousand square feet, so keep that in mind when you are doing the math for how many refills you will need with whatever setup you choose.

 

[pennstater2005]

If I had to do it over again I would buy the Chapin push sprayer. I bought a hand pump Chapin backpack. For my 15k or your 10k it's a lot of refilling of water, herbicides, and tracking dye. Not to mention a sore back.

 

[95mmrenegade]

I have a battery powered Chapin backpack. My only complaint is the couplers at the tip for the booms. It doesn't seem to want to tighten enough, kinda wish it were either brass aluminum or stainless. Other than that it seems to be fine and works well. Just wish the wand and couplers were stainless.