Graco 240918 Inlet Seat - Aftermarket Replacement | Bedford 20-2869

Replace a worn foot-valve seat and restore strong suction with this precision aftermarket kit. It matches OEM 240918 geometry and sealing surfaces and is supplied under Bedford reference 20-2869 to keep heavy-duty rigs priming reliably on thicker coatings.

Aftermarket Precision-Machined Industrial Duty

Why Choose This Inlet Seat

  • Restores prime and reduces intake air leaks caused by seat wear or pitting.
  • Hardened seat surface and matched ball improve sealing longevity.
  • Drop-in fit for specified high-flow sprayer parts with no modification.

Color cue: informational accents on this page use Orange, installation tips use Green, and service warnings use Red.

Typical Compatibility

  • Graco gas/hydraulic texture & high-production rigs using the listed foot-valve group.
  • Intended for pumps whose manuals call out seat kit 240918 or Bedford 20-2869.
  • Verify by serial plate and parts list before ordering.

Use only within your sprayer’s rated working pressure and material compatibility.

What This Inlet Seat Fits

  • Graco GH200, GH230, GH300 high-output rigs.
  • Graco GMax 7900 and GMax II 7900 (selected configurations).
  • HydraMax 225, Mark X, and TexSpray 7900HD families (where specified by parts list).

Fitment sources: eRepairCenter listing and aftermarket references confirming 240918/20-2869 for GH200/230/300 and GMax 7900 lines; additional models cited by supplier catalogs (HydraMax 225, Mark X, TexSpray 7900HD).

Technical Specifications

Aftermarket Bedford 20-2869
OEM 240918
FitsGH200, GH230, GH300; GMax 7900 / GMax II 7900; HydraMax 225; Mark X; TexSpray 7900HD (verify by manual)
TypeInlet (foot-valve) seat kit with matched ball & seal
MaterialHardened steel seat, precision ball, elastomeric sealing components
FunctionSeals the intake check to maintain suction and prime
PressureUse within sprayer’s rated working pressure/spec
BrandBedford Precision Parts (Aftermarket)

Always cross-check the pump section bill of materials for the exact valve group and seat kit number.

Installation Notes

  1. Relieve pressure and disconnect the suction set; lock the gun trigger.
  2. Access the foot-valve housing; remove the old seat, ball, and seals.
  3. Clean the cavity; inspect for scoring or debris.
  4. Install the new seat with the correct orientation; place ball/seal as supplied.
  5. Reassemble, wet-cup the packings, and test prime at low speed before loading material.

Pro tip: Flush with compatible solvent and strain coatings to reduce particulate that accelerates seat wear.

When to Rebuild / Replace

  • Loss of prime or cavitation noise from the pump inlet.
  • Material backflow into the suction line after shutdown.
  • Visible pitting/wear on the seat or check ball.
  • Frequent pressure drop or pulsation under steady load.

Bedford vs OEM Comparison

FeatureBedford Aftermarket (20-2869)OEM (Graco)
Fit & InterfaceDrop-in for listed GH/GMax pump foot-valvesFactory foot-valve seat for specified pumps
PerformanceHardened seat with matched ball for reliable sealingFactory-spec sealing geometry and finish
AvailabilityIf in stock, ships from Bedford Precision Parts in Bedford Hill, New York.Ships via Graco distribution
ValueLower cost of ownershipOEM brand program

FAQs

Yes, it is engineered as an aftermarket alternative with matching seat geometry and check components for the models listed.
Commonly GH200, GH230, GH300 and GMax 7900 families; also seen on HydraMax 225, Mark X and TexSpray 7900HD where specified by the pump parts list.
Hard priming, cavitation sounds, pressure drop at steady RPM, or material draining from the suction hose after shutdown.
Basic hand tools and a clean work area are usually sufficient. Always follow your model’s service manual for torque/orientation.
If in stock, orders ship from Bedford Precision Parts in Bedford Hill, NY via your selected carrier.