How do I know if I have a Moen 1222 or 1225?

The biggest difference that you’ll find with Moen shower valves is the Moen 1222 vs 1225 replacement cartridges. The biggest difference between the Moen 1222 vs 1225 cartridges is how the shower valve handle turns the water on.

Are Moen shower cartridges interchangeable?

Moen has manufactured many types of shower rough-in valves including four types single handle shower valves. The trim kits are not interchangeable. It is important to identify which valve is currently installed by looking at the escutcheon screw location and the handle operation.

Are all Moen Posi Temp valves the same?

For many years Moen tub/shower valves have been manufactured using one of three valves. These valves are Standard, Posi-Temp and Moentrol. Although the look is similar, the trim is not necessarily interchangeable.

What is difference between Moen 1222 and 1222b?

There is no material difference between the 1222 and the 1222b. The only difference is that “b” in the 1222b stands for “bulk.” So, when large distributors like The Shower Head Store buys large bulk quantities of this cartridge, the packaging will show “b” for bulk.

Is there a difference between Moen 1225 and 1225b?

Q:What is the difference between 1225 B cartridge and 1225? A: According to Moen, they are the same cartridge. There used to be a difference in the packaging (bulk pack vs retail pack), but the packaging is even the same now.

How do I identify my Moen shower valve?

Look closely at the handle buttons that were attached to the shower valve. Typically, “Moen” will be written in the middle of the “Hot” and “Cold” buttons. If you do not see this, the handle buttons have been replaced, or the “Hot/Cold” button is a lever (wall escutcheon).

What is the difference between a Moen 1222 and 1222b?

How long do Moen 1222 cartridges last?

These go bad every 3-5 years, and it’s a ridiculously expensive price for such a simple item.

When did Moen start using Posi Temp?

When did Moen introduce Posi Temp? The design goal is to maintain the temperature of the shower for safety and comfort reasons, even if the volume of water is reduced. This was followed by the Posi-Temp cycling valve in 1985, which uses the larger 1222 cartridge.