Graco 244571 Intake Seat Kit - Aftermarket Replacement | Bedford 20-3354

Restore suction sealing and reliable priming in the lower pump. This aftermarket intake seat kit replaces OEM 244571 with Bedford reference 20-3354, supplying the intake seat, check ball and O-ring used in the Mark V platform.

Aftermarket Precision-Machined Industrial Duty

Why Choose This Intake Seat Kit

  • Rebuilds the inlet check to reduce backflow and improve prime stability.
  • Seat and ball materials selected for extended wear in coatings service.
  • Drop-in geometry for fast bench service on Mark V pumps.

Color cues: dark seat, silver ball and a black O-ring aid quick ID during assembly.

Typical Compatibility

  • TexSpray Mark V airless sprayers (Standard / ProContractor / HD families, where specified).
  • Mark V International pump assembly 245904 (ceramic ball configuration).

Manuals for the Mark V show the intake seat, ball, and O-ring serviced by this kit for the 245904 pump.

What This Product Fits

  • Graco TexSpray Mark V models that use pump 245904 (International / ceramic ball).
  • Mark V sprayer families listed in Graco pump service manuals covering 309268 and 309277 series.

Always verify your sprayer’s IPL or pump BOM before ordering. TexSpray Mark V systems typically operate up to 3300 PSI.

Technical Specifications

Aftermarket #Bedford 20-3354
OEM #Graco 244571
FitsTexSpray Mark V sprayers using displacement pump 245904 (see fitment above).
TypeIntake seat kit (seat, check ball, O-ring).
MaterialWear-resistant seat (carbide/ceramic family), stainless/ceramic ball, elastomer O-ring.
FunctionSeals the inlet check to maintain suction and steady output.
PressureUse within sprayer rating; Mark V platforms are commonly 3300 PSI max.
BrandAftermarket by Bedford Precision Parts; replaces Graco OEM.

Installation Notes

  1. Relieve pressure; lock out power per the sprayer manual.
  2. Disassemble the lower inlet; note orientation of seat, ball, and cage.
  3. Clean the seat pocket; remove nicks or debris that could affect sealing.
  4. Install new seat, ball, and O-ring; torque the inlet per model spec.
  5. Prime at low pressure and check for chatter or backflow before production.

Real tip: If priming is slow after service, re-check seat depth and confirm the ball moves freely in the cage.

When to Rebuild / Replace

  • Loss of prime or delayed pressure build at start-up.
  • Visible backflow at the inlet or check-valve chatter.
  • Persistent weeping past the inlet after cleaning.
  • Seat pitting or ball flats discovered during teardown.

Bedford vs OEM Comparison

FeatureBedford Aftermarket (20-3354)OEM (Graco)
InterchangeAlternative engineered for the Mark V intake seat stack. >Factory original kit
Wear ComponentsSeat, check ball, and O-ring supplied. Seat, ball and seals per OEM program
FitmentMark V (pump 245904) per Graco manuals. Mark V families where specified
AvailabilityIf in stock, ships from Bedford Precision Parts in Bedford Hill, New York.Ships via Graco distribution

FAQs

Yes. Bedford lists 20-3354 as the aftermarket alternative for the OEM reference shown above. :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}
The intake seat, check ball, and O-ring used in the inlet check assembly. :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}
TexSpray Mark V sprayers that use pump 245904 (International / ceramic ball variants) as shown in Graco manuals. :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}
Mark V systems are commonly rated to 3300 PSI; never exceed the rating specified in your model documentation. :contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}
Work clean, inspect the pocket for nicks, torque the inlet to spec, and leak-check at low pressure before production. :contentReference[oaicite:22]{index=22}