Hayward SPX1500CAP Strainer Housing with Basket & Drain Plug (Power-Flo / Power-Flo II / Power-Flo LX)
Hayward SPX1500CAP is a genuine replacement pump strainer housing (strainer pot) that includes the strainer basket and a drain plug with gasket. This is the main front housing that holds the pump basket and connects to the rest of the wet end. Replace it when the original housing is cracked, leaking, stripped at the ports, or damaged from freeze/impact.
Key Features
- Part Number: SPX1500CAP
- Brand: Hayward
- Type: Strainer housing / strainer pot (wet-end housing)
- Includes: strainer housing, strainer basket, drain plug with gasket
- Does not include the strainer lid/cover
- Restores proper debris collection and protects the impeller from large debris
Common Compatibility (Verify Your Exact Model)
- Hayward Power-Flo SP1500 series pumps
- Hayward Power-Flo II SP1700 series pumps
- Hayward Power-Flo LX SP1580 series pumps (including common SP1520UN / SP1680 variants)
- Also commonly referenced for select Turbo-Flo / Hydramax-style applications that share this housing (confirm by parts diagram)
Common Reasons to Replace
- Water leaking from the strainer pot (hairline cracks)
- Stripped threads/ports from overtightened fittings
- Freeze damage causing cracks or splitting
- Warped sealing surfaces causing persistent leaks after seal/O-ring replacement
Installation Notes
- Turn off power at the breaker and drain the system before disassembly.
- Inspect and replace wear items while the pump is open (shaft seal, housing gaskets/O-rings, lid O-ring as applicable).
- Use a plastic-safe thread sealant on threaded fittings and avoid overtightening.
- Prime the pump after reassembly and inspect closely for leaks during startup.
Related Products
- Hayward SPX1500CAP
- Hayward Power-Flo Pump Lids
- Hayward SPX1500W Strainer O-Ring
- Hayward Power-Flo Strainer Baskets
- Hayward Shaft Seal (Common Power-Flo/ABG Applications)
- Hayward Drain Plugs & Gaskets
Maintenance Tips
- Empty and rinse the basket regularly to prevent restriction and overheating.
- Keep the lid seal clean and lightly lubricated to prevent suction-side air leaks.
- Winterize properly—freeze damage is one of the most common causes of cracked housings.
- Support plumbing so fittings don’t put stress on the housing ports.
