Graco 214981 Airless Hose Assembly - Aftermarket | Bedford 13-795

Replace worn or stiff whip hose sections and restore smooth gun control with this light, flexible BlueMax II line. Sized at 3/16" ID by 15 ft for reduced hand fatigue and better maneuverability near the gun, it’s a coupled hose ready to attach between the main line and your spray gun. Cross-referenced as Graco 214981 and supplied by Bedford as 13-795, this aftermarket option maintains 3300 psi working pressure while dissipating static for safer operation.

Aftermarket Flexible BlueMax II Contractor Duty

Why Choose This Airless Hose

  • 3/16" ID whip reduces weight at the gun to limit wrist strain and improve control.
  • BlueMax II construction with conductive core helps dissipate static and resists kinking.
  • Coupled, ready-to-use hose for quick changeovers during routine service.

Color: Blue outer cover with contrasting black strain reliefs for easy identification on site.

Typical Compatibility

  • Graco Contractor / Contractor PC and FTx guns when used with a main supply hose.
  • Common with Graco Ultra / Ultra Max II (390, 395, 490, 495, 595) electric rigs.
  • Often paired with larger rigs (e.g., ProContractor series, GMax & Mark line) to improve gun flexibility.
  • Works with RAC X tip/guard systems listed for the connected gun.

Always confirm against the sprayer or gun IPL that specifies the OEM number below.

What This Product Fits

  • Any Graco airless sprayer setup that accepts a 3/16" x 15 ft whip hose between the main hose and spray gun.
  • Popular setups: Ultra / Ultra Max II 390–595; Pro / ProContractor packages shipping with Contractor-series guns.
  • Service replacements where the parts list calls out the OEM hose number stated in the specifications.

Listed by Bedford as an aftermarket alternative to the OEM reference below.

Technical Specifications

Aftermarket Bedford 13-795
OEM Graco 214981
FitsGraco airless sprayers & guns configured for a 3/16" whip hose (verify IPL)
TypeBlueMax II whip hose, coupled (gun whip)
MaterialNylon BlueMax II hose with conductive core
FunctionConnects gun to main hose; increases flexibility and pattern control near the gun
Pressure3300 psi (20.7 MPa) maximum working pressure
BrandBedford Precision Parts (Aftermarket)

Route the whip to avoid tight bends at the gun and pump outlets; inspect swivel seals during reassembly.

Installation Notes

  1. Relieve pressure, lock the gun trigger, and shut down the sprayer.
  2. Disconnect the gun from the main hose; check threads and gasket faces.
  3. Attach the whip hose between the gun and main line; seat fittings squarely.
  4. Snug the couplings to spec; avoid over-tightening to protect seats.
  5. Pressurize and check for leaks; verify unrestricted gun movement.

Tip: Add a swivel at the gun end to reduce twist and extend hose life.

When to Rebuild / Replace

  • Outer jacket cuts, blistering, or exposed braid.
  • Persistent kinks near the gun that restrict flow.
  • Fitting seepage that returns after tightening.
  • Hose memory causing pattern instability or hand fatigue.

Bedford vs OEM Comparison

FeatureBedford Aftermarket (13-795)OEM (Graco)
Fit & InterfaceCoupled whip sized to the OEM specFactory BlueMax II hose
Performance3300 psi rating; flexible, light handling3300 psi rating; OEM handling
AvailabilityIf in stock, ships from Bedford Precision Parts in Bedford Hill, New York.Ships via Graco distribution
ValueCost-effective service optionOEM program

FAQs

Yes. It cross-references the OEM number in the specifications and is intended to replace that BlueMax II whip hose in compatible Graco setups.
It’s a 3/16" x 15 ft whip used between the gun and main hose on many Graco rigs, including Ultra / Ultra Max II 390–595 and ProContractor packages. Confirm your IPL for the exact part callout.
3300 psi (20.7 MPa). Do not exceed the lowest-rated component in your system.
Yes. BlueMax II hoses include a conductive core to help dissipate static through the grounded sprayer system.
Blue outer jacket with black strain reliefs—easy to identify on site.