Direct-drive pressure washers are the least expensive design to build, so their prices are very attractive to buyers. This is the design used for machines varying from the very smallest ones up to the 4 GPM size.
In this design, the pump is connected directly to the engine. It spins at the same speed as the engine (and therefore spins at the same speed as the engine). Direct-drive power washers are used primarily as cold water equipment, but some hot water units are direct-drive as well.
As with any machinery, regular pump maintenance is important! With proper maintenance and service, you can expect many years of life from these power washers.
From casual users to contractors starting out, many choose direct-drive pressure washers as their first machine.
