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The Pulsar PWG3100VE is a gas-powered pressure washer offering a maximum water pressure of 3100 PSI and flow of 2.5 GPM. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
| Fuel | Gas-Powered |
|---|---|
| Handling | Hand Truck |
| Water | Cold (140°F max.) |
| PSI | 3100 |
| GPM | 2.5 |
| Cleaning Units | 7750 |
| Engine | 196cc 6.5 HP Ducar DV196 4-stroke OHV |
| Pump | Axial Cam |
| Pump material | Brass |
| Frame | Steel |
|---|---|
| Soap injection | Yes |
| Soap tank | 0.8 gal, removable |
| Nozzles | 0°, 15°, 25°, 40°, Soap |
| Quick connect nozzles | Yes |
| Onboard storage | Yes |
| Hose | 30 ft, ⌀5/16 |
| Hose storage | Hooks |
| Dimensions (D x W x H) | Approx. 20 x 20 x 38 in |
|---|---|
| Weight | 68.3 lbs |
| Wheels | 2 wheels, ⌀12", never flat |
| Included accessories | Oil, tool kit, nozzle cleaner, stainless steel wand, spray gun, high pressure hose, 5 nozzles |
| Security | Trigger lock and thermal relief valve |
| Emissions | EPA |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| UPC | 814726022884 |
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Description
Zoom on the Pulsar PWG3100VE
In summary, the Pulsar PWG3100VE is a heavy duty, commercial pressure washer, that offers an all-around versatile cleaning experience, and also:
- spot cleaning of hard, unpainted surfaces or high reach areas
- intense cleaning of tough, paintless surfaces
- cleaning of painted or delicate surfaces
- application of detergent and cleaning solutions
The following sections will present you in detail its power characteristics and design, its main features and all the additional features it has to offer.
Power
The Pulsar PWG3100VE
The Pulsar PWG3100VE's brass axial cam pump, powered by a 196 cc (6.5 hp) engine, can provide a pressure of up to 3100 PSI (approximately 52 times more than a standard garden hose) and a flow of up to 2.5 GPM (values claimed by the manufacturer). The Pulsar PWG3100VE thus has a cleaning power of 7750 Cleaning Units.
With a dual start mechanism, the Ducar DV196 engine of this gas-powered pressure washer provides convenience and reliability: you may choose the more convenient electric start, or the classic pull-start mechanism. The electric start requires a 12V battery, which is included.
The fuel is stored in a tank, which can hold up to 0.31 gallon of gasoline, which provides an approximate runtime of 60 minutes.
Design & Handling
The Pulsar PWG3100VE is very mobile, due to its hand truck design and approximate dimensions of D20 x W20 x H38 in. The strong steel frame assures assembly longevity. The foam-padded fixed handle adds to the PWG3100VE convenience of transport, while offering a comfortable grip.
Most users can maneuver this model easily, as it weighs just 68.3 lbs. A major component of its weight are its 196 cc Ducar DV196 engine and steel frame. Since the PWG3100VE has a set of two 12" never-flat wheels, it is still easily maneuvered and manipulated.
Main Features
The Pulsar PWG3100VE
Along with the Pulsar PWG3100VE itself, the package also includes a spray gun, a wand, a pressure hose, 5 nozzles and a detergent injection feature, which are discussed in further detail below.
- Soap injection: Detergent is stored in a removable 0.8 gal tank. When a soap nozzle is connected, the detergent will be added automatically to the water.
- Pressure hose: The 30 ft ⌀5/16" high-pressure hose, which is included with the device, can be stored neatly on the unit itself when idle, using a set of convenient hooks.
- Spray gun and wand: Both the classic ergonomic spray gun and its stainless steel wand may be conveniently stored in a side hook.
- Nozzles: The table below shows you the 5 included nozzles, as well as the surfaces they're the most appropriate for.
0° | 15° | 25° | 40° | Soap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete, brick, masonry | Use with caution | Suitable | Suitable | Suitable | Suitable |
| Siding, gutters, house | Not recommended | Use with caution | Use with caution | Suitable | Suitable |
| Fencing, deck, patio | Not recommended | Use with caution | Use with caution | Suitable | Suitable |
| Lawn equipment, boat, RV | Not recommended | Use with caution | Use with caution | Use with caution | Suitable |
Note: The shape of the nozzles above is for illustration purposes only and may differ.
Red cross: Not recommended. Green check: Suitable. Orange check: Use with caution.
Other Features
The Pulsar PWG3100VE nozzles
- Onboard storage: The Pulsar PWG3100VE allows you to be always fully prepared, as it features a handy storage area, where nozzles and accessories can be stored.
- Safety: Safety of operation is enhanced by a thermal relief valve (which helps to prevent internal pump damage) and a trigger lock mechanism (which prevents accidental operation).
- Accessories: The Pulsar PWG3100VE comes with an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) and some basic documentation to get you quickly started. On top of that, you also get pressure hose, nozzle cleaner, spray gun, wand, oil and tool kit.
- Emissions: The Pulsar PWG3100VE is NOT CARB-compliant. Thus, it cannot be purchased or sold in California.
Product Video
The Pulsar PWG3100VE's performance versus other pressure washers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how the key specs of the Pulsar PWG3100VE compare to similarly priced pressure washers.
Note: Even though we couldn’t list its price on this page, our research indicates that some retailers sell this unit around $380.
- The Pulsar PWG3100VE, with a maximum pressure output of 3100 PSI, has an average pressure output, when considering gas-powered units in $300 to $400 price range. In case you are looking for a device with the highest possible power of its water stream, one of the top achievers in this price range is the Simpson MS61084-S with a PSI of 3400.
- In the aforementioned price range, the GPM (gallons per minute) of this washer, which can reach 2.5, can be considered in the average. If rinsing away debris most efficiently is your priority, one of the devices with the highest GPM in this price range is the Predator 3200, which can reach up to 2.8 GPM.
- The 7750 Cleaning Units (PSI X GPM), of the PWG3100VE sit at an average, in reference to other gas-powered units of similar price. If the highest overall cleaning power is your top priority, the WEN PW3400, which can reach up to 9180 Cleaning Units, is one of the most efficient of the devices in the current price range.
Price comparison
As you can see from this interactive chart, when compared to other gas-powered washers between 7500 and 8000 Cleaning Units, the Pulsar PWG3100VE is on the average side of the price range.
Therefore, this pressure washer nicely fits in the expected budget for this kind of cleaning power.
The bottom line
- In the expected price range
- Electric start
- Good range of nozzles included
- Onboard storage
- Several security features
- Decent PSI for the price
- Decent GPM for the price
- Decent CU for the price
- Not CARB-compliant
About Pulsar
Based in Ontario, CA, Pulsar is one of the fastest-growing brands in the outdoor power products industry. They offer a full line of generators, air compressors, lawn mowers, and electric- and gas-powered pressure washers. With its focus on the consumer, Pulsar strives to enhance the customer's experience by adding convenience, ease of operation, and extended useful life to each and every product they make.
Warranty Information
The Pulsar PWG3100VE is covered under a warranty for up to 1 year. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the unit.
For more information about the warranty of Pulsar pressure washers, please contact the Pulsar Customer Support: 1-866-591-8921.
