What is the difference between Moen 1222 and 1222B?

What is 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.

Are Moen cartridges universal?

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.

How long does a Moen 1222 cartridge last?

These go bad every 3-5 years, and it’s a ridiculously expensive price for such a simple item. If you have the option, do not put a Moen fixture in your shower.

How do I find my Moen cartridge number?

If not the series number can be usually be found on the underside of the faucet or on the decorative escutcheon ring that goes around it. The second way to identify your Moen valve cartridge is to remove the old one. You will do this by first shutting off the hot and cold water feed to your shower.

Are all Moen Posi Temp valves the same?

These valves are Standard, Posi-Temp and Moentrol. Although the look is similar, the trim is not necessarily interchangeable. If this is the way your Moen valve operates, any Posi-Temp trim will fit.

How do I know if my Moen cartridge is bad?

How do I know if my Moen cartridge is bad?

1. Leaking from the handle, tub spout or shower head when off.
2. Difficult to open or close shower valve.
3. Difficult to turn shower handle.
4. Inability to get very hot or very cold water.

How often should you replace Moen cartridge?

The system has expensive cartridges, they cost about $30 (2014) to replace, but they last a long time — 20 to 30 years.

What is the cartridge number on a Moen faucet?

Most Moen cartridge part numbers, also referred to as Model numbers, are within the 1200 series. However, there are exceptions. ONE HANDLE FAUCET CARTRIDGES: Cartridge 1255 – Single Duralast® cartridge. Includes plastic retaining nut. Watch the 1255 Cartridge Removal & Installation Video:…

What kind of cartridge does Moen Banbury shower use?

The Moen Banbury single handle Positemp valve model 82910 would use replacement cartridge 1222/1222B. To fully resolve your issue, please contact Moen to receive your replacement cartridge. The Moen Banbury tub and shower faucet is such a deal. The faucet was professionally installed an… The Moen Banbury tub and shower faucet is such a deal.

Is the Moen positemp shower handle a broken cartridge?

The Moen PosiTemp shower handle appears to have a broken adapter kit 116653. Typically when the adapter needs to be replaced the cartridge (1222/1222B) is recommended to be replaced as well. For further assistance, please contact Moen directly. Defective Valve