Are all Moen tub cartridges the same?

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. In fact, there isn’t any part that is interchangeable between the Moen 1222 vs 1225 replacement parts.

How do I know if my tub cartridge is bad?

There are a few ways to tell if your shower cartridge has gone bad:

1. Dripping or running water when you turn your shower off (most common)
2. Difficulty turning the shower handle, which worsens over time.
3. Shower handle gets stuck or “slips” and doesn’t turn on the water.

Why is my Moen tub faucet dripping?

Faucet Symptom-The bathroom faucet is leaking water from the faucet spout. Recommended Solution-Moen faucets are designed with an interior component called a cartridge. This part is responsible for controlling the water flow. If a faucet is leaking water from the spout, the reason is usually the cartridge.

How do you replace a Moen bathtub valve?

Thus, I needed to remove the old valve and replace it with a new Moen Replacement Cartridge. The broken cartridge is not easy to get out and Moen makes a Moen Cartridge Pullerthat you can use to pull the valve out. However, the valve puller screws into the shaft of the valve stem, which in our case broke off (pic below).

Can a Moen 1200 cartridge be replaced in a shower?

There is no repair kit available for the 1200 cartridge, it can be replaced with a new 1200 or a 1225 cartridge. If the application is Moentrol® 3-function vertical spa transfer valve, then it can be replaced with the 116719 cartridge. Higher flow-rate valve for tub and shower applications.

How do you remove a Moen faucet cartridge?

Place the removal tool onto the old cartridge and seat it between the two ears that stick up on cartridge. Use pliers or a wrench to twist the tool and loosen the old cartridge. Remove the plastic tool and grab the cartridge stem and pull it out of the valve.

Where is the Moen cartridge valve stem located?

The cartridge valve stem is the moving piece inside the sleeve that is connected to the faucet handle and changes the mix between hot and cold and sometimes flow. Standard cartridges are designed for faucets, Roman tubs and tubs/showers. The original Moen cartridge, the 1200 provided one-handle operation.