Pentair Small Stainless Steel Niches 1" Rear Hub | 78242300
Pentair
SKU: 78242300
Pentair Small Stainless Steel Light Niche, 1" Rear Hub (Vinyl/Fiberglass) | 78242300
The Pentair 78242300 is a small stainless steel light niche designed for vinyl liner and fiberglass pool/spa installations. It provides the recessed housing and conduit hub needed to mount compatible small-format underwater lights while keeping wiring protected and properly routed to a junction box.
Key Features
- Small stainless steel niche for durable, corrosion-resistant light housing.
- 1" rear hub connection for conduit routing from the niche to the junction box.
- Made for vinyl/fiberglass walls (commonly used in manufactured pools, spas, and hot tubs).
- Provides a clean, recessed mounting point for compatible small underwater light fixtures.
- Service-friendly installation for new builds, retrofits, and remodels when a niche is required.
Compatibility
- Application: Vinyl liner and fiberglass pool/spa walls
- Use With: Compatible Pentair small light fixtures that require a small niche housing (match your light model and niche style)
- Tip: Confirm your light type (small niche vs. large niche vs. nicheless) before ordering.
Specifications
- Brand: Pentair
- Part Number: 78242300
- Part Type: Small stainless steel light niche
- Hub Location: Rear
- Hub Size: 1"
- Material: Stainless steel niche housing
- Installation Type: Vinyl liner / fiberglass
- Quantity: Sold individually
Installation Notes
- Underwater lighting installation should follow local electrical codes and is best handled by a qualified pool professional/electrician.
- Verify conduit routing and junction box location requirements before setting the niche.
- Confirm proper bonding/grounding provisions for the niche and light system as required.
- Use the correct gaskets/hardware for vinyl/fiberglass sealing to prevent wall leaks.
Common Reasons to Replace
- Cracked, corroded, or damaged niche housing
- Stripped or damaged hub/conduit connection
- Renovation requiring a new niche during liner replacement or fiberglass wall repair
- Converting to a compatible small-niche light system where a niche is required
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Maintenance Tips
- If the light is opened for service, replace the sealing gasket(s) to reduce the risk of moisture intrusion.
- Keep chemical balance in range—aggressive water can accelerate corrosion on metal components over time.
- If you notice moisture behind the lens or repeated GFCI trips, shut off power and have the system inspected immediately.
Questions about returns? View our return policy.
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.
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