Moen 1225 Faucet Cartridge Moen 1225 is a beautiful replacement cartridge from single handle bathroom faucets. It is an upgraded version of Moen 1200 that comes with an added twisting cap to help in loosening the installed cartridge for efficient operation.

Are Moen 1225 and 1225b interchangeable?

1220, 1225 and 1225b are all interchangeable. The 1225b is just bulk packaging of the single 1225. If you buy Moen products, keep the receipt, they have lifetime warranty for purchaser.

How do I know which Moen cartridge I need?

The easiest way to find the Moen shower valve replacement cartridge you need is to know the series or model number of your Moen bathroom faucet. Exact information for these comes with any paperwork you have received when you first installed the original shower faucet (hopefully you saved it).

Is Moen 12801 and 1225 the same?

Yes! They are the same cartridge. 12801 is the number on the cartridge, but 1225 is the number on the package.

How do I know what shower cartridge to buy?

Easiest of all is when it says the brand name right on the faucet face. But you should also look at the bottom of the faucet, on the handles or on the round plate behind the handles. If you find a brand name, go to the manufacturer’s website and call the contact number for assistance.

How long should a Moen cartridge last?

20 to 30 years
The system has expensive cartridges, they cost about $30 (2014) to replace, but they last a long time — 20 to 30 years.

How does a Moen 1225 cartridge work?

Shower valves with the Moen 1225 cartridge are turned on by pulling the handle out and then adjusting the temperature by turning the handle to the left or right for hot or cold water. So, you could say that the Moen shower valves which have the Moen 1225 cartridge offer volume control.