Do you have a link to the ball valve that you’re using? I’ve been using these and the handle wears out in two months to the point they won’t turn completely open or closed.
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Damn - I just bought three of those 
They’re good valves for occasional use but I use them every time I start my machine. I don’t like killing the machine to switch lances. The valves themselves are solid but the handle wears out.
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I put female quick connects on on all our guns and Male on Lance’s and surface cleaners. Works great I have two ball valves that mostly just sit in the truck toolbox now
The ball valve that I’m using is not rated for pressure washing. I buy them from Home Depot, 1/2 in. pro series I think. They serve their purpose and last a few months until their handles do the same.
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We always use ball valves. It allows us to switch between lance and surface cleaner and to rinse. If I need to add an additional section of 100 ft hose, I can open the valve and disconnect it, add the hose and put the valve on that end without stopping the machine. We do this a lot when needing long lengths of hoses.
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I’m going to have to give that a try. Always felt like that’s too much weight on a QC but if it works for you and others I’m sure it’s a winner.
