Pentair 78210600 Large Stainless Steel Niche – 1" Rear Hub
The Pentair 78210600 is a heavy-duty stainless steel underwater light niche designed for concrete or gunite pool installations. With a 1-inch rear hub, this niche provides a secure, corrosion-resistant housing for pool light fixtures while offering internal and external bonding lugs for reliable grounding.
Key Features
- Stainless steel housing for long-term durability and corrosion resistance.
- 1" rear conduit hub for flexible wiring and installation options.
- Brass fittings plus internal and external grounding lugs—suitable for metal or PVC conduit systems.
- Large format niche engineered for high-performance light fixtures in concrete or gunite pool walls.
Technical Specifications
- Part Number: 78210600
- Application: Large size light niche for in-ground concrete/gunite pools.
- Rear Hub Size: 1 inch
- Housing Material: Stainless steel with brass fittings
- Grounding: Internal and external bonding lugs included
Installation & Compatibility Notes
This niche is installed during the shell build or major renovation of a concrete/gunite pool. Ensure the shell opening aligns with the niche flange and that the rear hub is positioned properly for conduit entry. After mounting, wiring is routed through the 1-inch rear hub, secured with appropriate conduit connectors, and bonded per local electrical code. Once the fixture is installed, verify the seal ring and face ring are properly seated and that water infiltration is prevented.
Maintenance Tips
- Check for corrosion or pitting around the niche interior at each season—replace if integrity is compromised.
- Verify that the bonding lugs remain tight and are properly connected to grounding conductors.
- Clean debris or calcium buildup around the niche flange and gasket area during maintenance to maintain proper sealing.
Why Choose This Niche?
Choosing the Pentair 78210600 niche ensures a reliable and professional installation foundation for high-performance pool lighting. Its durable materials, flexible wiring hub, and grounding features make it an excellent choice for technicians, builders and pool owners seeking long-term equipment investment and performance.
Hours Of Operation:
Monday - Friday: 7:00 am to 5:00 pm Phoenix Time
Saturday: 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Sunday: Closed
- We do not ship on Saturday or Sunday.
- Orders totaling more than $300 will require signature confirmation upon delivery.
- We process and prepare orders for shipment within 1 business day. Please note that many other pool supply retailers require 3–5 days of handling time before shipping.
- Orders placed after 1:00 pm Phoenix Time may not be eligible for same-day shipment.
- Expedited shipping options are available at checkout.
Return Policy:
- Products that are received damaged will receive a refund in store credit.
- Most products are eligible for return within 30 days of receipt, except where noted below.
- To initiate a return, please complete an RMA form prior to sending your item back.
- Original shipping costs are non-refundable and will be deducted from the return credit.
- Items returned missing accessories or original packaging, or that are not in the same condition as received, may be subject to a restocking fee of up to 100% depending on the condition of the item upon return.
- Some returns will be charged an automatic 15% restocking fee.
- We are unable to issue refunds for items that have been damaged or rendered inoperable due to installer error.
- Please complete the return form to receive your RMA number and return shipping label.
- Chemical products are not eligible for return under any circumstances.
- The Pentair Colorsync 618031 is not eligible for return.
- Pool cleaners are not eligible for return.
- Opened seals and o-rings are not eligible for return.
- Capacitors are not eligible for return.
- Plastic popup tools are not eligible for return.
- Automation components and circuit boards are not eligible for return.
- If a light is returned due to a reported malfunction and is found to be fully operational upon testing, return shipping costs and a restocking fee will be deducted from the refund.
- Orders refused at the time of delivery will be subject to the original shipping costs being deducted from the refund.
