Chapin 20000 1-Gallon Lawn and Garden Sprayer

by Chapin

• Chapin garden poly sprayer is ideal for fertilizers, weed killers and pesticides
• Chapin garden sprayer's funnel top opens for no mess filling with adjustable nozzle
• Translucent bottle allows for ease in checking fluid level
• Includes 12-inch straight wand, 28-inch reinforced hose, and 1-gallon tank
• Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 7.4 x 15 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000E28UQU
• Item model number: 20000
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (186 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #20 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)
  • #5 in Patio, Lawn & Garden > Pest Control > Repellents

Product Description

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The Chapin 1-gallon lawn and garden poly sprayer is ideal for fertilizers, weed killers and pesticides. Built with the Clean 'N Easy design, this sprayer features the patented Sure Spray filter to help prevent clogging. The translucent 1-gallon bottle allows for easy monitoring of fluid levels and has a large, funnel top opening for no mess in mixing and cleaning. This sprayer is equipped with an adjustable nozzle an auto/manual high pressure relief valve, and a straight wand.

From the Manufacturer

Chapin - Lawn and garden sprayer - 1 gallon. Patented sure spray anti-clog filter. Dry hands measure cup. Clean 'n easy design.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

63 of 63 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars So far so good July 11, 2007

By Dee Bee

Amazon Verified Purchase

Great little sprayer for the money. Pressurizes quickly and well.. spray strength is perfect and consistent. Spray pattern is easily adjustable to "fan" or "stream" or anything in between. One gallon of liquid sprays out in about 15- 20 minutes with constant use, on the "fan" setting. I had to re-pump it about every 5 minutes with constant use.. not too bad. I tried out the "stream" setting and it works well too. Wish it had a strap for carrying, but for the price, I'll carry one gallon around in my hand.

*** update 6/2012.... Still going strong, working perfectly five years later... use about once a week during the spring and summer. There is a spot to hook a strap onto the sprayer. I took the strap off my gym bag and use that, works great! Still happy with this purchase

43 of 43 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Good sprayer good price February 21, 2007

By A. Smith

Amazon Verified Purchase

For the price I expected poor quality. I was wrong. This is as durable as the other ~1gal+ sprayers that exist. The tip adjusts the spray pattern. If you want a larger sprayer by all means get a larger one if you want a small one this is it.

34 of 36 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars Stopped working after 5 minutes of use - forks stripped August 28, 2010

By PC Tutor

Amazon Verified Purchase

First of all I didn't get what is shown - no shoulder strap - just the bare-bones sprayer. That was OK. I assembled and tested it as instructions directed. Then after just 5 minutes of use the forks that lift the plunger stripped and would not open the plunger to spray. No unusual force was used, just spraying a thin fungicide on plants. Also,a minor point: the instruction folder is in such tiny type size you practically need a magnifying glass to read it. However, as usual, Amazon's return policy is the BEST!

26 of 27 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Live and Learn June 16, 2011

By C. Scott

Amazon Verified Purchase

This is the 1st time I have used a Garden Sprayer. Wanted to post a review so others can learn from my mistakes.
1. Fill to fill line ONLY (if not when you pump it will spray out all over you)
2. Attach all attachments completely
3. Twist handle to pump
4. AND THIS IS IMPORTANT - do not open anything once you have built up pressure
5. Continue to pump the trigger sprayer until you bleed the line and sprayer begins to spray.
I thought mine was broken because it would not spray as I did not bleed the line 1st. I opened the container and it like exploded all over me.
Now that I know how to use it, it works great. Nice even spray.

26 of 28 people found the following review helpful

2.0 out of 5 stars Beware of durability issues - failed after 4 days August 26, 2010

By buru buru piggu TOP 500 REVIEWERVINE™ VOICE

Amazon Verified Purchase

This is a good price for a no-frills garden sprayer. I'm not expecting a miracle at this price point and because of its all plastic construction, durability may be an issue. For $10, I can live with ordering a replacement if it breaks down after a 8 months to a year, but hopefully it won't. [Product has now failed. Please see update at end of review.]

I was looking for a labor-saving way to hydrate the more delicate plants and flowers in my garden and maybe administer some plant food through foliar feeding. I had been using a spray bottle and all that squeezing was very tough on the hands, so I finally decided to do the right thing and get a sprayer. Assembly is very easy. Attach the hose to the wand, attach other end to bottle. Fill with water or your desired mix of fertilizer or bug killer, insert and screw on the pump/handle and you're ready to rock 'n' roll. Flow rate is very satisfactory and you can adjust the spray pattern from a single stream to a fine mist by twisting the nozzle cap. Fully pumped, the stream reaches approx 25 ft out.

Design Flaws
I don't like that the carrying handle and the pump action are one and the same. There's a little notch that the handle locks into when you rotate it clockwise. This secures the handle in place so that you can carry the sprayer. To pump again, you have to twist it 1/4 turn counter-clockwise so you unlock the handle. Once fully pressurized, dissipation rate is good, but I didn't like the extra step of having to lock and unlock the handle each time. I have to set the sprayer down, unlock, pump, lock again, pick up, then spray. Another minor issue is the squeaking sound of the pump, which I don't really mind, but just pointing it out in case you do.

A secondary problem is the length of the hose (about 3 ft....) With the sprayer being held in a relaxed position in one hand (hanging straight down like a shopping bag), I can only bring my other hand to about mid-chest height in front of me. I can't raise my wand hand above my head to mist tall trees and objects. On mist mode, you can comfortably spray anything from ground height to about 8 ft without having to raise the bottle higher.

Thirdly, there's no caddy or snap-in clasp to keep the wand secure when the sprayer is not in use. I am expecting a random mishap to snap the wand because of this-- either someone walking by and the wand snagging on some clothing, or it being stepped on. The wand looks especially fragile and susceptible to cracking. It is this product's weakest link. Some sort of loop for attaching a shoulder strap to wear the sprayer would also be a welcome addition.

Overall, the Chapin 20000 is easy to use, but not without some design annoyances. For what I paid, I am satisfied with this product so far.

UPDATE: DIY Strap Add-on Modification
I was able to fashion myself a strap for the sprayer out of 2 key rings and a camera bag strap. Stamped onto the vertical support vane on either side of the neck is a circular identation (visible in product blowup). You can punch it out with a screwdriver and insert the key rings, then attach a shoulder strap. I now have a wearable sprayer that leaves my other hand free for other gardening tasks. It's a bit clumsy and looks funny, but it works.

UPDATE 8/28/10
I am downgrading this product to 2 stars because after 4 days, the spray release mechanism has now unexpectedly snapped off. I had concerns about the durability of this product because of its all-plastic construction and did not expect it to last for very long, but less than a week is unacceptable, with less than 4 gallons of use out of this sprayer. The handle is reattachable via snap pegs, but it won't stay on due to the force of the spring in the release value. The clamp had become worn. When pushed down, the lever pops back out. Buyer beware! Not recommended. Read more ›

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars worked well... at first June 6, 2011

By s.khan

Amazon Verified Purchase

I was pretty happy with this sprayer when I bought it last in September. I didn't have any trouble with the canister exploding or anything like that, but it could be due to the fact that It would leak air when I pumped it too much. I probably got 4 or 5 gallons out of it before it started to give me problem. The problem I had was with the trigger and when I would squeeze it nothing would come out. This progressively got worse until nothing would come out, no matter how many times i pumped it. After breaking down the whole nozzle part, it seems that the valve is the part causing all the problems.
Bottom Line:
If you need a temporary sprayer thats good for 4 or 5 gallon, this would work well. But if you need one that last more than a few months, then stay away from this sprayer.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars It's just ok until it breaks May 31, 2011

By C. Smith

Amazon Verified Purchase

I bought this last September and had used it 3 times up until today. I didn't expect this sprayer to last forever, but it couldn't get through spraying 4 gallons. Yes, 4 gallons! If you look at the lever that activates the sprayer, you will see that is designed to fail. It takes a fair amount of force to activate it and the lever pulls out a plastic piston-like piece. The way the lever is attached to the piston is cheesy to say the least. It will fail pretty quickly. I highly recommend you buy a different sprayer unless you only want to use this a couple of times before you toss it in the trash.