Titan 353-517 High Efficiency Airless 517 Reversible Spray Tip

In this review the Titan 517 reversible spray tip is evaluated for homeowners and pros who need to cover large exterior surfaces quickly while reducing overspray. The bottom line: this tip is best for spraying solid color stains and a wide range of oil and water based paints and primers because its High Efficiency Airless (HEA) design cuts overspray and delivers a noticeably softer, more consistent finish compared with traditional airless tips. It is also reversible to clear clogs fast, making it a practical choice on job sites and weekend projects.

Key Features

• 10-12 Spray Pattern: Delivers a wide spray that makes it easier to cover decks, fences and siding with fewer passes.
• HEA Technology: Reduces overspray by up to 55% while producing a softer spray for better control and a more uniform finish.
• Reversible Tip Design: Lets you quickly clear clogs by turning the tip around, minimizing downtime during a job.
• Material Compatibility: Works with solid color stains and both oil and water based paints and primers for interior and exterior use.
• Sprayer Compatibility: Designed to be used with Titan ControlMax 1700, 1700 Pro, and 1900 Pro units for straightforward fit and operation.

Who It's For

This spray tip is aimed at DIYers and professional painters who tackle large exterior surfaces - decks, fences, siding and similar projects - and who want to reduce overspray and improve finish consistency. Users applying solid color stains or switching between oil and water based paints will find the tip versatile and easy to integrate into existing Titan ControlMax sprayers.

Those who should look elsewhere include painters who need very fine detail work or extremely narrow fan widths, and anyone using nonstandard sprayers that are not listed as compatible; this tip is made for specific Titan ControlMax models and performs best in those systems.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• HEA tech meaningfully reduces overspray and creates a softer spray for improved control.
• Wide 10-12 pattern speeds up coverage on large surfaces like decks and siding.
• Reversible design makes clearing clogs quick without tools, reducing downtime.
• Works with both oil and water based paints and solid stains for flexible use.

Cons

• Some users report mixed clog resistance, so heavy or poorly strained materials may still require attention.
• Compatibility is limited to specified Titan ControlMax models, so it is not universal.

Specifications

Model	Titan 353-517
Spray Pattern	10-12
Technology	High Efficiency Airless (HEA)
Compatibility	Titan ControlMax 1700, 1700 Pro, 1900 Pro
Materials	Solid color stains, oil and water based paints and primers
Feature	Reversible tip for clog clearing

Our Verdict

The Titan 517 reversible tip is a solid choice for anyone who needs faster coverage and less overspray on large exterior jobs; its HEA design and reversible feature add real-world convenience and improved finish consistency. For users working with specified Titan ControlMax sprayers and mostly applying solid stains or general paints, it offers good value despite occasional clog reports with heavy materials.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this tip work with my Titan ControlMax sprayer?
It is compatible with Titan ControlMax 1700, 1700 Pro and 1900 Pro models; it may not fit other sprayer lines.

Can I use oil based primer with this tip?
Yes, the tip is designed for both oil and water based paints and primers as well as solid color stains.

What if the tip clogs on the job?
The reversible design allows you to quickly turn the tip and clear many clogs without tools, though very thick or poorly strained materials may still require cleaning.