{"product_id":"haywardproseriessandfilterballconnectorspx1480ahppspx1480a","title":"Hayward Pro Series Sand Filter Ball Connector | SPX1480A","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eHayward SPX1480A Ball Connector (Union Ball End) – Open Line\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Hayward \u003cstrong\u003eSPX1480A\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine replacement \u003cstrong\u003eball connector \/ union ball end\u003c\/strong\u003e used on select Hayward\n    union and filter plumbing connections. It provides the rounded “ball end” sealing surface that mates with the matching union\n    nut and O-ring-style seal to create a secure, service-friendly, leak-resistant connection.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePart Number: \u003cstrong\u003eSPX1480A\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBrand: Hayward\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePart Type: Filter parts (open line)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePool Type: In-ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFunction: Union ball-end connection component for leak-resistant plumbing joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGenuine Hayward replacement part for proper fit and sealing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCommon Compatibility (Verify by Model\/Parts Diagram)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHayward union assemblies and related union kits (commonly referenced with \u003cstrong\u003eSP1482\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eSP1486\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHayward XStream cartridge filter systems (commonly referenced: \u003cstrong\u003eCC10093STUFFT\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHayward ProSeries \/ S200 \u0026amp; S240 system package plumbing (commonly referenced: \u003cstrong\u003eS200PAK2\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eS200PAK3\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eS240PAK2\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eS240PAK3\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHayward System II applications (model dependent)\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\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCracked connector body from stress, impact, or freeze damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWorn ball-end sealing surface that won’t seal consistently (even with a new O-ring)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDamaged fitment\/threads that prevent proper union assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eShut off the pump and relieve system pressure before loosening any unions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClean the union sealing surfaces and inspect the mating O-ring; replace the O-ring if flattened, cracked, or swollen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUse a light coat of pool-safe silicone lubricant on the O-ring (avoid petroleum-based lubricants).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHand-tighten the union nut snugly; avoid overtightening plastic fittings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSupport nearby plumbing to reduce stress on the connector and union joint.\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=SPX1480A\"\u003eHayward SPX1480A\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=SPX1480B\"\u003eHayward SPX1480B End Connector\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=SPX1480BTC\"\u003eHayward SPX1480BTC End Connector with 1\/4\" Tap\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=SPX1485A\"\u003eHayward SPX1485A Ball End Connector (Union Ball End)\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=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 union connections for seepage after the system reaches normal operating pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReplace union O-rings any time they feel stiff, look flattened, or leak after reassembly.\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":46797883670703,"sku":"SPX1480A","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/6415\/2239\/files\/hayward-pro-series-sand-filter-ball-connector-spx1480a-pool-filter-parts-8359083.jpg?v=1777068718","url":"https:\/\/freshized.com\/products\/haywardproseriessandfilterballconnectorspx1480ahppspx1480a","provider":"Freshized","version":"1.0","type":"link"}