Active 3.0 Electric Pressure Washer - Machine Only

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Active 3.0 Electric Pressure Washer - Machine Only

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Machine Only £699.99
Machine, four spray nozzles and a foam cannon orifice. Pressure hose, gun, lance and foam cannon are not included.
Premium Kit £879.99
Machine, four nozzles, foam orifice, 50 ft 5/16 inch hose, swivel gun, bent lance, 1000ml foam cannon and outlet adaptor.
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Corded mains power. Machine, four spray nozzles and a foam cannon orifice. Pressure hose, gun, lance and foam cannon are not included. The Active™ 3.0 Electric Pressure Washer is the flagship of the Active range, built for car detailing as well as driveways and patios. Its headline figure is flow: 3.0 GPM at 1000 PSI working pressure, so it rinses quickly and feeds a foam cannon well without relying on very high pressure. A patented 5-piston pump and a low-speed induction motor keep it steady and fairly quiet.

  • Corded mains power - no battery required
  • 3.0 GPM water flow
  • 1000 PSI working, 1500 PSI peak pressure
  • Patented 5-piston pump
  • Low-speed induction motor
  • Upgraded internal components and serviceable parts
  • 3/4" garden hose inlet, M22-14mm outlet
  • 4 spray nozzles and 1.65mm foam orifice
  • Relatively quiet at about 75 dB
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Full Description

Corded mains power. Machine, four spray nozzles and a foam cannon orifice. Pressure hose, gun, lance and foam cannon are not included. The Active™ 3.0 Electric Pressure Washer is the flagship of the Active range, built for car detailing as well as driveways and patios. Its headline figure is flow: 3.0 GPM at 1000 PSI working pressure, so it rinses quickly and feeds a foam cannon well without relying on very high pressure. A patented 5-piston pump and a low-speed induction motor keep it steady and fairly quiet.

This listing is the machine on its own (Active code AP-SE24UK(02)) with 4 spray nozzles and a 1.65mm foam cannon orifice, for anyone who already owns a high pressure hose, gun and lance. For a set that is ready to wash and snow foam out of the box, see the Active 3.0 Electric Pressure Washer Premium Kit.

Technical Specifications

Pump Patented 5-piston pump
Motor Low-speed induction motor (about 1600 RPM)
Water flow 3.0 GPM (about 11.4 litres a minute)
Working pressure 1000 PSI (about 69 bar)
Peak pressure 1500 PSI (about 103 bar)
Max inlet water temperature 40°C
Noise level About 75 dB
Inlet 3/4" garden hose connection
Outlet M22-14mm
Supplied with the machine 4 spray nozzles and a 1.65mm foam cannon orifice
Servicing Serviceable parts, with oil fill and drain access
Product code AP-SE24UK(02)

Good to know

  • Connect the garden hose and turn the water on fully before starting the motor, and keep the inlet water at 40°C or below.
  • Squeeze the trigger to purge air from the system before switching on.
  • Fit the 1.65mm orifice in your foam cannon for snow foam pre-wash.
  • Use wide spray patterns on paintwork, trim and tyres.

HQ Suggests (Tips & Insights)

  • 💡 Water flow is often more important than headline PSI figures for detailing work.
  • 💡 Use filtered water where possible to reduce mineral build-up inside the pump.

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Compare the Active 3.0 packages

  • Machine Only: Machine, four spray nozzles and a foam cannon orifice. Pressure hose, gun, lance and foam cannon are not included.
  • Premium Kit: Machine, four nozzles, foam orifice, 50 ft 5/16 inch hose, swivel gun, bent lance, 1000ml foam cannon and outlet adaptor.

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Key features

  • Machine Only
  • Corded Mains Power
  • 3.0 GPM Flow
  • 1000 PSI Working
  • 5-Piston Pump
  • Low-Speed Induction Motor
  • M22-14mm Outlet

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Expert Notes

The Active 3.0 is the flagship of the Active range, built around a patented 5-piston pump and a low-speed induction motor. Its headline figure is flow: 3.0 GPM at 1000 PSI working pressure and 1500 PSI peak, which suits snow foam pre-wash and rinsing vehicles as well as driveways and patios. Active quotes a noise level of about 75 dB, and the unit has serviceable parts with oil fill and drain access. It takes a standard 3/4" garden hose and has an M22-14mm outlet. It comes with 4 spray nozzles and a 1.65mm foam cannon orifice, and the Premium Kit, sold as its own product, adds Active's swivel gun, foam cannon, 20 degree bent lance, 50 ft braided hose and adaptor.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Cars
  • Vans
  • Motorcycles
  • Wheels and arches
  • Snow foam pre-wash
  • Driveways
  • Patios

Caution: Never point the jet at people, animals or electrical fittings, and use only wide spray patterns on paintwork, trim and tyres.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Electric Pressure Washer
Brand
Active
Motor
Low-Speed Induction Motor
Working Pressure
1000 PSI
Peak Pressure
1500 PSI
Water Flow
3.0 GPM
Max Temperature
40°C (104°F)
Pump
Patented 5-Piston Pump
Thread / Fitting
3/4" Garden Hose Inlet, M22-14mm Outlet
Noise Level
Approx. 75 dB
Included With Machine
4 Spray Nozzles, 1.65mm Foam Cannon Orifice
Product Code
AP-SE24UK(02)
Power Source
Corded mains electricity
Battery Required
No
Package Contents
Machine, four spray nozzles and a foam cannon orifice. Pressure hose, gun, lance and foam cannon are not included.
Colour
Yellow

How To Use

Using it

  1. Connect a standard 3/4" garden hose to the inlet and turn the water on fully.
  2. Connect your high pressure hose to the M22-14mm outlet, using an adaptor if your hose has a different fitting.
  3. Squeeze the trigger to purge air from the system before switching the machine on.
  4. Use the supplied 1.65mm foam cannon orifice when setting up a foam cannon for pre-wash.
  5. Choose a wide spray nozzle for paintwork and keep the lance a sensible distance from the surface.
  6. Switch off and squeeze the trigger to release pressure before changing nozzles or accessories.

Cleaning and storage

  1. Switch off, unplug and turn off the water, then squeeze the trigger to release trapped pressure.
  2. Disconnect the hoses and let water drain from the gun, lance and nozzles.
  3. Rinse snow foam and chemical residue off the foam cannon and accessories with clean water.
  4. Check and change the oil through the oil fill and drain access, following Active's instructions.
  5. Keep the 4 spray nozzles and the foam cannon orifice together so none go missing.
  6. Store the machine indoors, upright and protected from frost.

Top Tip: Keep the 1.65mm foam cannon orifice with your foam cannon, so it is ready whenever you snow foam.

Performance Benefits

  • Suits residential and garage setups
  • Runs a foam cannon for pre-wash
  • Designed for rinsing vehicles and driveways
  • Approx. 75 dB noise level
  • Oil fill and drain access
  • Accepts inlet water up to 40°C

Frequently Asked Questions

What flow and pressure does the Active 3.0 deliver?

The Active 3.0 is rated at 3.0 GPM water flow with 1000 PSI working pressure and 1500 PSI peak pressure. Active's UK distributor describes it as the flagship model in the Active lineup.

What comes in the box?

The Active 3.0 machine with 4 spray nozzles and a 1.65mm foam cannon orifice. A hose, gun and lance are not included, so add your own or choose the Active 3.0 Premium Kit, sold as its own product.

Is there a kit version?

Yes. The Active 3.0 Electric Pressure Washer Premium Kit adds the M22-14mm to 3/8 adaptor, a 50 ft 5/16" steel braided hose, the Active swivel gun, the Active foam cannon and the Active 20 degree bent lance.

What connections does the Active 3.0 have?

It takes a standard 3/4" garden hose at the inlet and has an M22-14mm outlet for the high pressure hose.

How loud is it?

Active lists the noise level at approximately 75 dB and describes it as relatively quiet, suiting residential use and garage setups.

What maintenance does it need?

The Active 3.0 is built with serviceable parts and has oil fill and drain access for easier maintenance. Follow Active's instructions for oil checks and changes.

Can I use hot water?

No, the maximum inlet water temperature for the Active 3.0 is 40°C (104°F).

Can I get advice on the Active 3.0?

Yes, you can talk it through at our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, or order online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Turn the water on fully before you start the motor.
  2. Squeeze the trigger to purge air before switching on.
  3. Keep inlet water at or below 40°C.
  4. Fit the 1.65mm orifice when setting up a foam cannon.
  5. Use wide spray patterns on paintwork, trim and tyres.
  6. Check the oil as Active's instructions direct.
  7. Release pressure before changing nozzles or disconnecting hoses.
  8. Store it drained and frost-free between washes.

The Brand

Active

Active is the pressure washer brand of Active Products Inc., a Canadian company led by its founder and president, James Hou. It builds compact electric pressure washers around car enthusiasts and their feedback. Its own timeline runs from the development and patent of its 5-piston pump in 2018, through direct sales of the VE52 and VE51 washers in North America from 2020 and the launch of the Active 2.0 in 2022, to the swivel gun in spring 2024, the foam cannon, lance and hose later that year, and the Active 2.3 Compact and reels and storage in 2025. Active sets its washers at about 1000 PSI with as much water flow as possible, which it sees as the ideal balance for washing cars safely.

At The Drivers HQ we stock Active online with UK delivery and in our Ilkeston shop. Popular choices include the Active 2.0 Premium Kit, the Active 3.0 machine and the Active Premium Snow Foam Cannon.

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Active Premium Pressure Washer Snow Foam Cannon with its four spare nozzles and mesh filter on a black display plinth

Active 2.0, 2.3 and 3.0 pressure washers

Active 2.0. The compact machine, made for DIY detailers and hobbyists: a patented 5-piston pump and a Universal 9650 motor give 2 GPM of flow, and at 431 x 203 x 228mm it wall mounts, sits on a detailing cart or packs into a van, with a 2 year residential warranty. It comes as the machine only, the Standard Kit with a wall-mountable cage, 20 ft hose, metal gun and lance and four nozzles, or the Premium Kit with Active's own accessories.

Active 2.3. The high flow machine for the professional consumer: a brass endplate 5-piston pump and a 128 induction motor give 2.3 GPM, and it is serviceable and rebuildable. Choose the machine only, the Standard Pro Kit with a 50 ft 1/4 inch hose, swivel gun, 20 degree lance and nozzles, or the Premium Kit.

Active 3.0. The flagship, for car detailing as well as driveways and patios: 3.0 GPM at 1000 PSI working pressure from a patented 5-piston pump and a low-speed induction motor, so it rinses quickly, feeds a foam cannon well and runs fairly quietly. The machine only comes with four spray nozzles and a 1.65mm foam cannon orifice, and the Premium Kit adds the full accessory set.

The Premium Kits. Each adds a 50 ft 5/16 inch hose, a swivel gun, a bent lance, a 1000ml foam cannon and an outlet adaptor, all with fully machined 304 stainless steel fittings. All Active machines run on corded mains power.

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Active Premium Snow Foam Cannon on a pressure washer gun covering the side of a blue car in thick snow foam

Active foam cannon, hoses and storage

Snow foam. The Active Premium Snow Foam Cannon has brass and stainless steel internals, an adjustable spray pattern and dilution control for thick or light foam, and a wide-mouth 1 litre bottle that is easy to fill and hard to tip over.

Upgrade kit. The Active Premium Accessory Kit turns another machine into an Active setup: an M22-14mm to 3/8 inch adapter, a 50 ft 5/16 inch steel braided rubber hose with 304 stainless steel quick connects at both ends, and the Active swivel gun, whose internal swivel stops the hose tangling.

Reach and storage. The 15 Metre Extension Hose gives more reach round the car without moving the machine, and the Active Wall Mount holds the washer off the floor in powder-coated steel, with an open frame for the hose and cable.

Using it safely. Keep the nozzle at least 12 inches from the paint, as Active advises, rinse from the top down and let snow foam do the loosening before any contact wash.

Shop more snow foam lances and hoses and hose reels.

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