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Bedford offers high-quality hoses always in stock with superior flexibility and durability.

All Bedford hoses are designed  to ensure maximum performance from your Sprayer.

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Choosing hose diameter and length

Two things decide which hose you want: how far you need to reach, and how much pressure you can afford to lose getting there. Material rubbing against the hose wall costs pressure over distance, and a wider hose loses noticeably less of it over the same run.

Inside diameterTypical use
3/16"Whip hose only — a short, limp section at the gun end for wrist movement. Not used as a main run.
1/4"The standard airless hose and the most common choice. Suits most jobs on typical run lengths.
3/8"Long runs and higher-output sprayers. Heavier and dearer than 1/4", but it holds pressure far better over distance.
1/2" and largerHigh-output and industrial equipment moving heavy material over long distances.
3/4" and 1"Suction and return lines — low-pressure hose that feeds the pump rather than carrying material to the gun.

For runs beyond about 100 feet, common practice is to put the larger 3/8" hose on the main run from the sprayer and finish with a length of 1/4" hose or a whip at the gun. You keep the pressure and still get a manageable hose in your hand.

Pressure rating comes first

A hose must be rated at or above your sprayer's maximum working pressure. Bedford stocks assemblies rated from 3300 PSI up to 10,000 PSI for high-pressure equipment, and the rating is stated on every product page. Check it against the plate on your machine before ordering, and never put a lower-rated hose on a higher-pressure sprayer.

  • Do not mix ratings on one run. The lowest-rated component in the chain governs the whole system — that includes the whip hose at the gun.
  • Retire damaged hose. Kinks, blisters, exposed braid, or a soft spot mean the hose is done. High-pressure hose does not fail gently.
  • Check the fitting size too. Thread sizes vary by machine and by hose end — each product page states what it carries.

Hose types

TypeWhat it doesNotes
Airless hose assembliesThe main high-pressure run from the sprayer to the gun. Stocked in 25', 50', 75', and 100' lengths in the common diameters.The bulk of this collection. Match the pressure rating to your machine.
Whip hosesA short, flexible section between the main hose and the gun, typically 3' to 6' in 3/16" or 1/4".Takes the weight and stiffness of the main hose off your wrist. Still must carry a full pressure rating.
Suction hose assembliesCarry material from the bucket into the pump. Low pressure, large bore — 3/4" and 1" ID.Sold as assemblies and in cut lengths. Not interchangeable with high-pressure hose.
Return and drain hosesRoute material back to the bucket during priming and pressure relief.Machine-specific — check the model list on the product page.
Poly tubingSmall-bore tubing for ancillary feed and drain lines on specific machines.Matched to the equipment it serves.

Getting longer life from a hose

  • Relieve pressure before disconnecting, every time. It is both the safe practice and easier on the fittings.
  • Do not kink it or drive over it. Damage to the braid is invisible from outside until the hose fails.
  • Flush thoroughly. Material left to cure inside narrows the bore and raises pressure drop permanently.
  • Coil, don't fold, and keep it off hot surfaces and out of prolonged sun when stored.

Hoses & Tubing FAQ

What size airless hose do I need?

1/4" is the standard and suits most work. Step up to 3/8" for long runs or a high-output sprayer, where holding pressure at the gun matters more than hose weight. 3/16" is for whip hose at the gun only.

Can I join two hoses together?

Yes, and it is common practice on long runs — a 3/8" main length into a 1/4" length or whip at the gun. Every section must be rated at or above your sprayer's maximum pressure; the lowest-rated piece governs the whole run.

Why has my spray pattern gone weak at the far end of a long hose?

Pressure drop over distance. The longer and narrower the hose, the more pressure you lose between pump and gun. A larger-diameter main run recovers most of it; winding the pump up to compensate just wears the tip faster.

What is a whip hose for?

Flexibility at the gun. A short 3' to 6' section in a smaller diameter takes the stiffness of the main hose off your wrist over a long day, without changing the setup upstream.

What pressure rating do I need?

At or above your sprayer's maximum working pressure, which is on the machine's data plate. Bedford stocks assemblies from 3300 PSI through 10,000 PSI, and every product page states its rating.

Are these genuine OEM hoses?

No — Bedford hoses are compatible replacements, not genuine Graco, Titan, Wagner, or other OEM parts. Each is manufactured to OEM-equivalent dimensions and pressure ratings so it fits and performs like the assembly it replaces, at a lower price.

Compatibility and cross-reference

Bedford hose and tubing assemblies are compatible replacements cross-referenced to the original manufacturers' part numbers, including Graco, Titan, Wagner, and Speeflo. Search the OEM part number from your equipment manual — dashes optional — or open the Custom Lookup Tool to match a hose to your machine. Related ranges: filters and strainers, connectors and fittings, and spray guns.

BEDFORD® and BEDFORD PRECISION PARTS™ are proprietary marks of Bedford Precision Parts, LLC ("Bedford"). All other listed marks are proprietary to their respective owners and are not affiliated with Bedford.

Why Choose Bedford Hoses?

✓ Rigid and reliable connections

✓ Meets highest global safety standards

✓ Flexible and kink resistant

✓ Ages well

LEARN MORE ABOUT HOSES

What is a hose?

A hose is a flexible tube used to carry fluids from one location to another. Hoses can be used to transport liquids, gases, or sometimes solids. They are often made of plastic or rubber.  

Hoses are also sometimes called pipes, but the word pipe usually refers to a rigid tube. The shape of a hose is usually cylindrical. Hoses are used in many applications throughout many industries.

What types of hoses does Bedford offer?

1. Low Pressure Bulk Hose

  • Air Hose: Red Cover; Max working pressure: 250 PSI; Max 3 pieces per Reel (random lengths); Full reel: 600' - 750'.
  • Fluid Hose: Black neoprene cover; Nylon inner tube; Max working pressure: 750 PSI; Max 3 pieces per reel (random lengths); Temperature range: -40°F to +190°F; Full reels: 600' - 750'.

2. Low Pressure Air & Fluid Hose Assemblies

3. Suction Hose Assemblies

4. Pressure washer Hose Assemblies

  • Non-making cover; Heavy duty bend restrictors; Rated for intermittent use up to 250°F; 3/8" ID rubber tube / Wire braided.

5. Airless Hose Assemblies

Airless hose assemblies are conductive for static grounding and are 100% inspected for conductivity.

Synthetic braid gives hose accumulator effect to prevent damage to pumps. Hose has a blue abrasion resistant polyurethane cover and a nylon tube. Temperature range: 0°F to + 180°F.

  • 3/16" Airless Hose Assemblies - 3500 PSI working pressure (Supplied with fittings, and spring guards on both ends.)
  • 1/4" Airless Hose Assemblies - 3300 PSI working pressure (Suppied with 1/4" NPS female fittings, and spring guards on both ends.)
  •  3/8" Airless Hose Assemblies* - 3300 PSI working pressure (Suppied with 3/8" NPS female fittings, and spring guards on both ends.)

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