Milwaukee Introduces M18 SWITCH TANK System

The Industry’s First Interchangeable Sprayer and Water Supply System

MILWAUKEE, WI – Milwaukee Tool is once again delivering unrivaled productivity to the professional trades with the introduction of the industry’s first interchangeable tank solution, the M18™ SWITCH TANK™ Interchangeable Sprayer and Water Supply System. Core to the new system is the M18™ SWITCH TANK™ Powered Base, which provides power to three different interchangeable tanks: a 4-Gallon Pesticide Sprayer, 4-Gallon Water Supply, and 4-Gallon Concrete Sprayer. The M18™ SWITCH TANK™ Interchangeable Sprayer and Water Supply System delivers instant, constant, and adjustable pressure with no manual pumping, and users can easily add on or replace any of the compatible tanks.

 “As leaders in cordless technology, our goal is to create solutions that completely disrupt the way work gets done to make users more productive. The M18™ SWITCH TANK™ System is a perfect example of this passion at work. Through its unique interchangeable tank system design, users can add on additional tank assemblies to eliminate cross-chemical contamination. This also gives them the ability to simply replace the tank only versus the entire sprayer or water supply, delivering lower cost of ownership across the board. Finally, this entire System is powered by M18™ REDLITHIUM™ Batteries and REDLINK™ Intelligence to provide the performance, run-time, and capability demanded by users without the need to manually pump.” – Andrew Lentz, Group Product Manager for Milwaukee Tool

How It Works

Each SWITCH TANK™ solution is made up of two components – the M18™ SWITCH TANK™ Powered Base and the Water Supply or Sprayer Tank Assembly. The Powered Base includes the motor, REDLITHIUM™ battery compartment, and REDLINK™ electronics, while the interchangeable Tank Assembly includes its pump, hose, and respective accessories. The isolated pump and hose design allows users to add on additional Tank Assemblies for different applications, eliminating cross-chemical contamination.

Milwaukee® is committed to improving productivity by providing performance-driven and trade-focused solutions so users can perform an entire day’s work on one battery system. The new M18™ SWITCH TANK™ Interchangeable Tank System is fully compatible with the entire M18™ line, now offering more than 180 power tool products.

* To be compliant with the new regulation** companies prove they are under the PEL by following Table 1 standards, demonstrating objective data, or conducting their own self-monitoring programs, as laid out by OSHA.

** The new OSHA regulation on respirable crystalline silica dust (29 CFR 1926.1153) started to be enforced for the construction trades on September 23, 2017. This regulation reduces the Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) to 50 µg/m3 over an 8-hour period and will affect jobsite nationwide.

***Viton® Seals used on critical seals in handle and trigger assembly.

M18™ SWITCH TANK™ Interchangeable Sprayer and Water Supply System Specs

M18™ SWITCH TANK™ 4-Gallon Backpack Water Supply (2820-21WS) – $439

  • Dual Diaphragm Pump
  • Pressure: 20-60 PSI (5 Mode Adjustable)
  • Flow Rate: 0.16 – 1.13 GPM
  • Run-Time: Up to 12 Tanks per Charge
  • Seals: Nitrile
  • Hose Length: 10’ w/ Quick Connect
  • Nozzles Included: Water Spray Nozzle
  • Weight: 18.45 lbs (M18™ Powered Base, Tank Assembly & M18™ XC3.0 Battery)
  • 3-Year Warranty for M18™ Powered Base
  • 1-Year Warranty for Tank Assembly

Kit Includes M18™ SWITCH TANK™ Powered Base, SWITCH TANK™ 4-Gallon Water Supply Tank Assembly, 10ft Hose w/ Quick-Connect, Water Spray Nozzle, M18™ REDLITHIUM™ XC3.0 Battery, and M18™/M12™ Multi-Voltage Charger.

*Also available as tank assembly only (49-16-28WS) – $164

M18™ SWITCH TANK™ 4-Gallon Backpack Concrete Sprayer (2820-21CS) – $439

  • Dual Diaphragm Pump
  • Pressure: 20-120 PSI (5 Mode Adjustable)
  • Flow Rate: 0.14 – 0.82 GPM
  • Spray Distance: Up to 25’
  • Run-Time: Up to 12 Tanks per Charge
  • Seals: Viton®
  • Sprayer Handle: Lock On & Lock Off Mechanisms
  • Hose Length: 4’ w/ Sprayer Handle & Wand
  • Nozzles Included: Adjustable Nozzle (Large Diameter Outlet) and Fan Nozzle
  • Weight: 18.3 lbs (with M18™ Powered Base, Tank Assembly & M18™ XC3.0 Battery)
  • 3-Year Warranty for M18™ Powered Base
  • 1-Year Warranty for Tank Assembly

Kit Includes M18™ SWITCH TANK™ Powered Base, SWITCH TANK™ 4-Gallon Backpack Concrete Sprayer Tank Assembly, Adjustable Nozzle and Fan Nozzle, M18™ REDLITHIUM™ XC3.0 Battery, and M18™/M12™ Multi-Voltage Charger.

*Also available as tank assembly only (49-16-28CS) – $164

M18™ SWITCH TANK™ 4-Gallon Backpack Pesticide Sprayer (2820-21PS) – $399

  • Dual Diaphragm Pump
  • Pressure: 20-120 PSI (5 Mode Adjustable)
  • Flow Rate: 0.10 – 0.51 GPM
  • Spray Distance: Up to 25’
  • Run-Time: Up to 12 Tanks per Charge
  • Seals: Critical Seals are Viton® / Other Seals are Nitrile
  • Sprayer Handle: Lock On & Lock Off Mechanisms
  • Hose Length: 4’ w/ Sprayer Handle & Wand
  • Nozzles Included: Adjustable Nozzle (Small Diameter Outlet) and Fan Nozzle
  • Weight: 18.3 lbs (M18™ Powered Base, Tank Assembly & M18™ XC3.0 Battery)
  • 3-Year Warranty for M18™ Powered Base
  • 1-Year Warranty for Tank Assembly

Kit Includes M18™ SWITCH TANK™ Powered Base, SWITCH TANK™ 4-Gallon Backpack Pesticide Sprayer Tank Assembly, Adjustable Nozzle and Fan Nozzle, M18™ REDLITHIUM™ XC3.0 Battery, and M18™/M12™ Multi-Voltage Charger

*Also available as tank assembly only (49-16-28PS) or bare tool (2820-20PS) – $149 and $299, respectively

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Todd Fratzel

Todd Fratzel is the Editor-in-Chief and Founder of Tool Box Buzz, and the President of Front Steps Media, LLC, a web based media company focused on the Home Improvement and Construction Industry.He is also the Principal Engineer for United Construction Corp., located in Newport, NH. In his capacity at United he oversees the Residential and Commercial Building Division along with all Design-Build projects.He is also the editor of Home Construction & Improvement.

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