PRD-717 VS SPRAY GUN PORPHIS

Say goodbye to aging rubber
— embrace all-metal reliability.

The rubber O-rings in traditional spray guns are the most troublesome wear parts — vulnerable to solvents, prone to aging, and any air leak can ruin your finish. The PRD-717 features an all-metal construction for its core air passages, completely eliminating these fragile seals. Not only is it inherently resistant to solvent corrosion, but it also allows full‑gun immersion cleaning, making maintenance thorough and effortless. Its service life far exceeds your expectations.

Adjust width accurately without taking your eyes off the work.

The PRD-717 features a unique mechanical “click” feedback on its spray‑pattern adjustment knob. Each click represents a precise detent. No more looking down to check the knob — you can set the spray width quickly and accurately by feel alone. Keep your eyes on the surface, enjoy intuitive and efficient control, and eliminate spraying mistakes caused by distraction.

Cleaning the spray gun requires no tools — and no “treasure hunt.”

When a spray gun clogs or needs routine cleaning, do you always end up in a “tool battle” and a “parts treasure hunt”? The PRD-717 features a modular quick‑release design — core components can be easily disassembled by hand without any tools. After spraying, you can complete a thorough cleaning in just a few minutes, keeping your tool in top condition and minimizing downtime.

Every bit of force from your fingertip translates into evenness on the surface.

We have carefully tuned the trigger’s force curve and travel. It is smooth, linear, and completely free of jerkiness. Whether you are tracing a fine line with precision or quickly covering a large area, you can control the paint output accurately through subtle finger movements. Every drop of coating lands exactly as you intend, ensuring a consistently uniform finish.

Which PRD-717 Setup Should You Choose?

Tech Specs

Specification
Nozzle Size

1.3/1.4 mm

Operating Pressure

1.3-1.8bar

Air Consumption

430/15.2 CFM

Fluid Consumption

175 ml/min

Spray Distance

150 mm

Spray Pattern

260-350 mm

Coating Channel Thread Size

Male M16*1.5

Inlet Thread Size

G 1/4

Materials and Processes
Gun Body

Forged aluminum

Surface treatment

Anodizing

Coating Channel

Stainless steel

Needle Nozzle

Stainless steel

Inlet Connector

Stainless steel

Air Cap

Brass

Diversion Ring

Metal

Included in the Box

  • 600ml white cup

  • Manual

  • Service kit

  • Spray gun

FAQs - PRD-717

Q1: Why do some spray guns have "mushy" fan adjustments that don't seem to react? How does the PRD-717 fix this? 

A:The PRD-717 features a Haptic Click-Adjustment system. Every notch provides a clear tactile and audible "click" feedback. This allows for true blind adjustments—you can dial in your pattern width by feel alone, keeping your eyes locked on the workpiece for a flawless finish. No more guessing, no more unresponsive turns.


Q2: The trigger on my current gun feels stiff and jerky. What’s the PRD-717 trigger pull like?

A:We’ve precision-tuned the Linear Damping Curve of the trigger. It’s smooth, consistent, and provides zero stiction. Whether you’re feathering a delicate edge or wide-open on a full panel, you have absolute control over fluid flow via the slightest finger pressure. Designed for reduced fatigue during all-day sessions.

Q3: Rubber O-rings always swell and fail from solvents. Does the PRD-717 have this issue?

A:Standard O-rings are the #1 point of failure in spray guns. The PRD-717 features an O-Ring-Free Fluid Section, utilizing an all-metal sealing architecture. It is inherently solvent-proof and corrosion-resistant, allowing for total immersion cleaning. This is a "set it and forget it" tool with a lifespan that far exceeds conventional spray guns.


Q4: Cleaning is a pain when you have to find a wrench for every part. Can the PRD-717 simplify this?

A:The PRD-717 utilizes a Modular Tool-less Design. The air cap, nozzle, and needle valve can all be disassembled and reassembled by hand. Cleaning is done in minutes—just pop it open, soak, and rinse. Stop hunting for wrenches and start spending more time on your craft.

Q5: My wrist aches after long sessions. How does the PRD-717 reduce fatigue? 

A:The PRD-717 features a Precision-Balanced Lightweight Body(approx. 460g). The ergonomic grip is designed to offset the center of gravity when the cup is full. This balance significantly reduces wrist strain, allowing for steady, comfortable spraying even during grueling multi-hour projects.

Q6: The finish on my guns always gets scratched or stained. Is the PRD-717 coating durable? 

A:The PRD-717 is finished with Military-Grade Hard Anodization. This protective layer is incredibly resistant to scratches, abrasions, and chemical stains. Paint won't stick, and solvents wipe clean instantly. Your gear will maintain its professional, "like-new" look even after years of heavy use.

Q7: I’m a beginner—is the PRD-717 too advanced for me?

A:The PRD-717 is widely known as the"Confidence-Building Pro Gun."The haptic click-adjustments eliminate tuning anxiety, and the tool-less design makes maintenance foolproof. For beginners, it’s forgiving and consistent; for veterans, it’s the most reliable "daily driver" in the toolbox.

Q8: It costs more than generic brand guns. Where is the value? 

A:The PRD-717 hits the"Sweet Spot" of professional performance. You get 90% of the capability of Tier-1 international brands at 1/3 of the price. Between the increased paint transfer efficiency and the time saved on maintenance, the PRD-717 typically pays for itself within your first 2-3 projects. Stop paying the "Brand Tax" and stop suffering from "Cheap Tool Syndrome."

  • 5 stars: 115 (95%)
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Rafaelvega
Best clear gun so

Best clear gun so fast

Thanks, Rafael! Fast and flawless – that's exactly what the 717 was built for. Appreciate you! 🙌

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Michael Harvie
Absolutely 100% the best spray gun I have ever used

Absolutely 100% the best spray gun I have ever used. I am so impressed. I cannot say enough good things about the PRD-717.

Thank you, Michael! That means a lot to us. So glad the PRD-717 exceeded your expectations – we truly appreciate your support! 😊🙏

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Rafaelvega
One of my favorites clear coat guns easy on the

One of my favorites clear coat guns easy on the hand and sprays flawless sprays like the high end guys for a fraction of theof price these are the only guns i am purchasing for now on

Hi Rafael, thank you so much for the glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that the PRD-717 has become one of your favorites for clear coats. Providing high-end performance at a fair price is exactly what we aim for at Porphis. We appreciate your loyalty and look forward to serving your future needs!

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Gulahmad
Easy to set up and great to work with

Easy to set up and great to work with. Great atomization at 24-27 psi. Not much overspray especially compared to mid-budget guns like Blackwidow. Overall happy with purchase. Cant compare to high value guns like iwatta sagola cuz I havnt used them yet. But I am satisfied with it just need a paint booth cuz I have nibs problem not the gun I hope.

Thank you for the detailed and technical feedback! We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the atomization and low overspray at 24-27 psi. Outperforming mid-budget alternatives is exactly what we engineered our guns to do. Regarding the 'nibs' issue, you are spot on—painting environment is key. A paint booth will definitely help you fully realize the gun's potential. We're honored to have you satisfied with your purchase!

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Anonymous
I have painted many cars with this 717 and achieved exceptional finishes every time

I have painted many cars with this 717 and achieved exceptional finishes every time.

Wow, we are honored that the 717 has become your go-to tool! Achieving a flawless finish every time requires both a great gun and great talent. Thank you for trusting us with your car painting projects and for sharing your success. We look forward to seeing your future masterpieces!

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James
High quality gun for my HS clearcoat

High quality gun for my HS clearcoat. Easy to dial in and comfortable to hold. Very consistent results every time.

We are thrilled to hear you're getting consistent results! We believe that comfort and ergonomics are just as important as the finish itself for long painting projects. We’re glad our gun has become a reliable tool for your professional clearcoat work. We appreciate your support!

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Keenan Gibson

Excellent product well made.

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Charlette Sporer

The product is really good in terms of quality, but the soul is not axial.

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Towanda Baumbach

It arrived earlier than expected, everything feels of high quality, the store responds to messages very quickly.

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Glen Simonis

First impression of the product is very good, what it is for painting is a good liner fan, considerable material consumption, I haven't tried it on transparent (varnish) yet.

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Jeremy Oetken
Professional quality for a DIY price!

I ordered the porphis prd 717 to compare to the Iwata ws400 series 2. This porphis spray gun is among the best clearcoat guns out there. They are only a fraction of the price. This gun can give the same results of guns costing 3 times more! Highly recommended.

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Enola Jacobi

Excellent spray gun, large nozzle

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Fleta Braun

Super paintbrush, impeccable workmanship, super fast shipping, excellent communication. I highly recommend it. Best regards.

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Sreten Spasojević
PRD 717

Great build quality,super flat finish. Also have PRD 715 since first video on Youtube while there was no webshop,bought on Instagram profile. Looking forward to buy also mini gun 1.0 and one for filer with 1.8 nozzle

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Jeff
I wrongly review 1 star instead of 5

I wrongly review 1 star because the contract driver for delivery marked it had been delivered 1 day before it actually had and we thought it was lost. It turned up the next day and I am very satisfied with the services and product. Very well made and packed. Thanks again for an amazing product. Jeff for Australia.

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Lee Sinclair
5star

Gun is amazing

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Heather
High quality gun for an affordable price.

I’m a tech Rep for a paint distributor in Calgary Alberta Canada and I demo a lot of high end spray guns and I put this gun above a Devilbiss DV1. Well built, durable, and atomized quite fine and feels like a mix between a SATA and an Iwata as far as the way it sprays. Atomizes fine like Iwata, yet it put a bit more material out like a SATA. Very comfortable in the hand and the quality is evident when you take it apart to clean. Very impressed with this gun.

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neil johnson
Porphis717 1.3 v nozzle

Spray gun shoots pearl and candy very good .clear coat like glass. Would buy again

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jason lyons
It makes your work look good

I just got done spraying candy and I love how it sprayed and how easy it was for me to set it up I'm a beginner at spraying paint on cars and I'm testing candy paint on my all tailgate and I had it look like this

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Estelah
This spray gun has been excellent so far

This spray gun has been excellent so far, but the PHS 155 coating is a disaster; I've barely started using it and it's already starting to peel.

Thanks, Hector! Glad the 717 is performing so well for you. On the PHS‑155 – we've taken note of this and we'll make sure it gets looked after. Appreciate your honesty. 😊