WORX NITRO WX020L 20V Cordless Paint Sprayer: features and specs

The WORX NITRO WX020L is a handheld, battery-powered paint sprayer that uses WORX's 20V Power Share batteries. It is meant for painting and staining jobs where a brush or roller would be slow, such as fences, furniture, cabinets and walls, without being tied to a power cord or an air compressor. Here is what its features mean.

Brushless motor and the NITRO name

WORX says its NITRO line is engineered to provide more power, performance and run time. The sprayer uses a brushless motor. In general, a brushless motor has no carbon brushes to wear out, tends to run more efficiently and can produce more power from the same battery than a brushed equivalent. The brand's claim is about that overall efficiency, so check the manual for the actual run time on your material.

Cordless and light

The sprayer weighs 3.7 lb (about 1.7 kg) according to the listing, and the cordless design lets you move around the job without dragging a hose or extension lead. Weight with a full cup of paint will be higher, so think about how long you will hold it at a time on overhead or vertical work.

Controlling flow and spray pattern

Two controls decide how paint leaves the gun. Speed control adjusts how fast paint is dispensed, which WORX says helps spread it evenly and limit over-spray. The spray pattern can be set to wide or narrow. A wide pattern suits large flat areas such as walls or a deck; a narrow one gives more control on trim, legs and edges. In general, thinner materials need a lower flow, and thicker ones need a higher flow.

Four nozzles for different materials

The kit includes four nozzle sizes: 1.5 mm, 1.8 mm, 2.2 mm and 2.6 mm. Generally, smaller nozzles suit thinner liquids such as stains, and larger ones suit thicker materials such as latex paint. WORX lists stains, primers and latex paints as suitable. A viscosity cup is included, which is used to measure how quickly a material flows so you can judge whether it needs thinning. The manual gives guidance for each material.

Capacity and cleaning

The paint container holds up to 34 fl oz (1,000 ml). That is a useful amount for a small to medium job before refilling. For cleaning, WORX includes a garden hose adapter for quick rinsing, and the accessories and cup detach so they can be washed separately. A wire brush and a declogging needle are also included for blocked nozzles.

One battery, many tools

The sprayer works with the Power Share family, which WORX says includes more than 75 tools at 20V, 40V and 80V. If you already own a compatible WORX battery, it may be usable here, and the reverse is true for the included battery.

What's in the box

• WORX NITRO paint sprayer
• 4.0Ah battery and 2A quick charger
• Four nozzles (1.5, 1.8, 2.2 and 2.6 mm)
• Viscosity cup, wire brush, declogging needle and garden hose adapter

What to check before you buy

• Material: confirm that the paint, stain or primer you plan to use is listed as suitable, and whether it needs thinning.
• Project size: a 1,000 ml cup suits small to medium jobs; large rooms need several refills and battery changes.
• Masking: spray work needs masking and protective gear. Follow the manual on ventilation and safety equipment.
• Battery: check whether you need a second battery for long jobs.
• Cleaning: plan time to flush and clean it after each use, and check the manual on cleaning oil-based materials.

The short version

• A 20V cordless paint sprayer, model WX020L, with a brushless motor.
• Speed control plus wide and narrow spray patterns.
• Four nozzles (1.5, 1.8, 2.2, 2.6 mm) for stains, primers and latex paints.
• 34 fl oz (1,000 ml) cup, 3.7 lb, and a garden hose hook-up for cleaning.
• Includes a 4.0Ah battery and 2A charger, and shares batteries with the Power Share range.

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