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How do I know if I need Moen 1222 or 1225?
To tell if you need a 1222 or 1225 Moen cartridge, check how your faucet turns on the water. If you need to pull out the handle you need the Moen 1225 cartridge while if you only need to rotate it to adjust the water temperature you need the Moen 1222 cartridge.
What is the difference between Moen 1200 and Moen 1225 cartridge?
Moen 1200 has an all-round brass design which ensures longevity in the long run. But in terms of performance, Moen 1225 can offer you better performance with its 1GPM water discharge rate. While Moen 1200 does not support Posi-Temp shower valves, Moen 1225 is compatible with almost any faucet.
What’s the difference between Moen 1225 and 1225b?
No, difference, they are exactly the same thing. In 1225b the “b” is the bulk packaging. Only the packaging is different. 1225 has a plastic shell and 1220 has a brass, all metal shell.
What’s the difference between Moen 1222 and 1222B?
There is absolutely NO difference between the Moen 1222 vs 1222B replacement cartridges. They are both the replacement part cartridge for the Posi Temp Moen shower valve. They are made from the same parts, the only difference is their packaging and model number. The “B” in the 1222B model number stands for Bulk.
How do I know what model Moen faucet I have?
Exact model numbers can be found on your box or on your instruction sheet. If unavailable, you may find the general family series number on the back of the spout (non pullout).
Can I use Moen 1225 instead of 1222?
Are The Moen 1222 & 1225 Cartridges Interchangeable? NO! While the Moen 1200 and the Moen 1225 cartridges are interchangeable, the Moen 1222 Posi Temp cartridge is absolutely not interchangeable with the Moen 1225 or 1200.
How do I know if I have a Moen Posi Temp valve?
Models that have a lever or knob that rotate only are called Posi-Temp. This “cycling valve” handle is pointed towards the 6:00 position when off, rotates to the 3:00 position for cold, 12:00 for warm and 9:00 for full hot. If this is the way your Moen valve operates, any Posi-Temp trim will fit.
How do I know what shower cartridge I have?
Use a caliper or ruler and measure the cartridge. Do this by measuring from the base to the tip (from seat to splines). Pay attention to the length tier of your cartridge (Lengths range from 1–12).6 days ago.
What does the Moen 1200 cartridge fit?
This non-oem replacement cartridge will fit all Moen single-handle faucets EXCEPT Posi-Temp and ExactTemp models. Durable cartridge construction ensures smooth operation, and lasting performance.
Is Moen 12801 the same as 1225?
Yes! They are the same cartridge. 12801 is the number on the cartridge, but 1225 is the number on the package.
What is the most common Moen shower cartridge?
Moen shower valve models There are many models of Moen shower faucets. But the most common takes the standard Moen 1225 cartridge, 1200 cartridge and the pressure balancing Moen 1222 cartridge.
Are all Moen kitchen faucet cartridges the same?
Fits all Moen two-handle kitchen and lavatory faucets and two- and three-handle tub/shower faucets created prior to the launch of our Duralast® two-handle cartridges. The 1224 and Duralast cartridges are not interchangeable.
What size Allen wrench does Moen use?
For the most part, Moen uses hardware that will require a 7/64 inch hex wrench. This applies to Moen Renzo faucets, handle set screws on one-handle kitchen faucets, and PosiTemp levers in Moen showers.
Are all shower cartridges the same?
Although you’ll find many variations on a theme out there, there are only a few basic shower valve cartridge types. The original style was called a compression faucet and had two handles: One for hot water and one for cold. Each faucet has a valve regulating water flow and an onboard washer to create a pressure seal.
Where is the model number on a Moen kitchen faucet?
The model/series number is usually a four or five digit number and can be followed by letters. On the underside of the spout, the series number may be found. There is a decorative ring at the bottom of the spout that has a series number on it.
What is the Moen logo?
The Moen logo has been specially created for our brand. It features the waterdrop symbol, the Moen wordmark and our long-established tagline. The full-color logo is always preferred and should be used whenever possible.
How do I find the model number of my sink?
The model number is located on the underside of the sink, either molded into the sink material or stamped with ink. Typically the model number starts with a K, such as K-5942. In some cases, the model number is preceded by 97 or 87. For example, 975942 contains the model number 5942.
Are Moen replacement cartridges free?
If this faucet should ever develop a leak or drip during the Warranty Period, Moen will FREE OF CHARGE provide the parts necessary to put the faucet back in good working condition and will replace FREE OF CHARGE any part or finish that proves defective in material and manufacturing workmanship, under normal.
What is the difference between Moen Posi-Temp and Moentrol?
The PosiTemp doesn’t have Temperature Memory. The handle goes from one side to the other always going from cold to hot from the off position. The Moentrol Valve has volume control which controls the water flow rate so you get the amount of water you want at the temperature you desire.
What is Moentrol vs Posi-Temp?
Moentrol and Posi-temp is up to the user. With Moentrol you can set the temp and pull the handle to get your pre-set temp. With Posi-temp you have to pass cold to get to hot and no volume control.
