{"product_id":"haywardunionballendconnectorspx1485ahppspx1485a","title":"Hayward Union Ball End Connector | SPX1485A","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eHayward SPX1485A Ball End Connector (Union Ball End) – Filter\/Union Connection Part\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Hayward \u003cstrong\u003eSPX1485A\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine replacement \u003cstrong\u003eball end connector\u003c\/strong\u003e (often called a \u003cstrong\u003eunion ball end\u003c\/strong\u003e)\n    used in select Hayward filter and union connection assemblies. This part provides the ball-end sealing interface that mates with the\n    matching union nut\/O-ring style connection to help create a secure, leak-resistant plumbing joint.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePart Number: \u003cstrong\u003eSPX1485A\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBrand: Hayward\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eType: Filter\/union connection component (ball end connector \/ union ball end)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePurpose: Restores proper union-style sealing at the filter\/valve plumbing connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCommon catalog reference: \u003cstrong\u003e4810-61\u003c\/strong\u003e (often listed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePool Type: In-ground (common listing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHayward Perflex Extended-Cycle D.E. filters (EC-series models are commonly referenced)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHayward “Basic” filter models commonly referenced alongside EC-system applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHayward union model \u003cstrong\u003eSP1485\u003c\/strong\u003e applications (commonly referenced)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCommon Reasons to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDripping\/seepage at the union connection point\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCracked ball-end connector body from stress or freeze damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWorn sealing surface that won’t seal consistently even with a new O-ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDamaged threads\/fitment that prevents proper union assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eVerify fit by your exact Hayward filter\/union model and parts diagram before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eShut off the pump and relieve system pressure before opening any filter\/union connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInspect and replace the matching union O-ring if it is flattened, cracked, or swollen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHand-tighten union connections snugly; avoid overtightening plastic union parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSupport plumbing to reduce stress on the connector and union assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=SPX1485A\"\u003eHayward SPX1485A\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=SPX1485B3\"\u003eHayward SPX1485B3 Union Elbow with O-Ring\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=SPX1485DA\"\u003eHayward SPX1485DA Compression Fitting Assembly with Gasket\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=hayward%20perflex%20ec65%20parts\"\u003eHayward Perflex EC65 Parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=hayward%20perflex%20ec75%20parts\"\u003eHayward Perflex EC75 Parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=pool%20union%20o-ring\"\u003ePool Union O-Rings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=silicone%20o-ring%20lubricant\"\u003ePool-Safe Silicone O-Ring Lubricant\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRecheck unions for seepage after the system reaches full operating pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReplace union O-rings anytime they become flattened, cracked, or stiff.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eKeep sealing surfaces clean—sand\/grit on the ball-end seat is a common cause of nuisance leaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWinterize properly and drain equipment to reduce freeze-related cracking of fittings and connectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hayward","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52589942243644,"sku":"SPX1485A","price":22.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/3280\/9276\/files\/hayward-union-ball-end-connector-spx1485a-pool-filter-parts-4552659.jpg?v=1772305206","url":"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/products\/haywardunionballendconnectorspx1485ahppspx1485a","provider":"Aqua Pool Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}