Moen 1200 One-Handle Kitchen and Bathroom Faucet Cartridge Replacement, Brass

I purchased a new one from Lowes that was not all brass and it leaked. Spend the money and get the brass one.

I bought two of these cartridges and replaced a shower valve and a sink valve,in 2011. No problems at all both cartridges work great. They are not true Moen parts though. Also used a Moen cartridge puller which worked as it was suppose to. Just make sure to use the little plastic cartridge do-hicky to loosen up the old cartridge before using the puller. And lube up the new cartridge with plumbers grease before installing it. Also take off the little snap ring and pull the inside out of the cartridge and lube the O-rings that are inside also. Hardest part in my opinion is getting the u-clip back into place with the new cartridge installed. Use lots of silicon grease when installing and things go back together really smoothly. Update 11-24-15, Had to replace this cartridge 4 years later. I was disappointed in how long it lasted. Maybe a true Moen part would be worth the extra money after all.

I was lucky as I was able to take out the old cartridge without too much difficulty. Easy to install and by going online there are you tube videos that show you how to install, which is a great help.

My Moen kitchen facet is as good as new. No more drips. I had the plumber install it, and he was impressed at the price and the fact that I bought the all-brass replacement.

This brass cartridge is superior to the plastic ones I found at Lowes & Home Depot. It has 4 O rings instead of only 2.

Product is working fine only time will tell if it will last as long as the original that failed/leak after 29 yrs. Moen is replacing the old ones under warranty as Im the original homeowner, however they are sending the plastic version 1225B. Rather have brass should last much longer than plastic one. At least Ill have a spare for backup. Watched YouTube videos on how to and sprayed cartridge with PB Blaster prior to using the tool to twist it right n left till it broke loose and then slowly removed it. Greased the inside of the water pipe and the O-rings on the new cartridge with danco waterproof grease.

Was sent an after market copy. Real Moen have the name engraved. Sent it back

The product does not include the installation instructions, and is not in the original Moen packaging. There are several on-line DIY videos on removing the old cartridge and installing the new one. Other than that, the product is correct, and it was shipped VERY fast.

Very good product, works just as advertised. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a great deal. Delivered on time and without any damage.

Easy to install and works very smooth.