Moen 1222 vs 1225 vs 1200 vs 1224: Which Moen Cartridge Do You Have?
Moen made four cartridges that people constantly mix up: the 1222, 1225, 1200 and 1224. They look similar in a photo, but they are not interchangeable, and the wrong one will not go in or will not work right. The good news is you can usually tell which one you have from the handle before you take anything apart.
The quick answer
| Cartridge | Where it is used | How the handle works | Retainer clip | FourHome part |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1222 | Posi-Temp single-handle tub and shower valves | Rotates only. Pressure balanced, no separate volume control | Posi-Temp clip (Moen 96914) | Replacement for Moen 1222, ships with a plastic removal tool cap; reuses your clip |
| 1225 | Single-handle kitchen and bath faucets (introduced 1981), plus push/pull tub and shower valves including Moentrol | Pull for on and volume, rotate for temperature | Moen 96365 | Replacement for Moen 1225 / 1225B push-pull kit, ships with 2 retainer clips and a removal tool cap |
| 1200 | Older single-handle faucets. Home Depot describes it as the brass cartridge that replaces single-handle cartridges installed before 1990 | Pull for on, rotate for temperature | Moen 96365 | Replacement for Moen 1225 and 1200 brass cartridge, reuses your clip |
| 1224 | Two-handle faucets, one cartridge per side (hot or cold) | Each handle turns its own side on and off | Held by a nut, not a clip | Replacement for Moen 1224 / 1224B, 2 pack |
Tell them apart by the handle
- One handle on a tub or shower that only rotates and gets hotter as you turn it, with no separate volume control: that is a Posi-Temp valve, and it takes the 1222. Moen describes it as pressure balanced with no volume control.
- One handle that you pull out to turn on and rotate for temperature: that is a 1225 (or on older faucets, a 1200). This covers most Moen single-handle kitchen and bath faucets and push/pull showers.
- Two handles, one hot and one cold: those take the 1224. Moen notes the 1224 was used from 1993 to 2014 depending on the style, and was followed by the 1234, which looks similar but is not interchangeable.
The Moentrol exception
Moentrol showers have a push/pull handle and are pressure balanced, so people often assume they take a 1222. They do not. Moen says the Moentrol valve uses a 1225 flow cartridge, and the pressure balancing is done by a separate 1423 spool. Moen's tip for spotting a Moentrol: the push/pull handle and escutcheon screws at about the 2 o'clock and 7 o'clock positions.
1200 vs 1225
The 1200 is the older brass cartridge. The 1225 arrived in 1981 and is the one most single-handle Moen faucets use today. Both are held by the same style of horseshoe retainer clip, and aftermarket brass cartridges such as the FourHome replacement for Moen 1225 and 1200 are built to fit valve bodies that take either one. Neither fits a Posi-Temp valve.
What the "B" means
You will see 1222B, 1225B, 1200B and 1224B. The B marks bulk packaging, not a different part. Moen's own store labels the 1222B and 1224B as bulk, and SupplyHouse describes the 1225 and 1225B as identical except for packaging.
Retainer clips and pullers
- 1200 and 1225: Moen sells the retainer clip as part 96365. Moen warns that if the clip cannot be reinstalled on a 1225, the water cannot be turned back on, so keep track of it.
- 1222: Posi-Temp valves use their own clip, Moen 96914.
- Pulling the old cartridge: Moen's 104421 puller works on the 1200, 1222 and 1225. FourHome also sells removal tools for the 1200 and 1225 and the 1222. For a cartridge that is truly stuck, Moen describes a method using a tap and a dowel.
Should you call Moen first?
Moen's warranty covers replacement parts free of charge for the original homeowner, with proof of purchase. If that is you and you can wait for shipping, it is worth the call. If you bought the house, lost the receipt, or need the shower working tonight, a replacement cartridge is the faster route.
Next steps
- Posi-Temp shower: How to replace a Moen 1222 cartridge in 20 minutes
- Single-handle faucet: How to replace a Moen 1200 or 1225 cartridge
- Everything Moen: The complete guide to Moen faucet repair parts
- A different Moen number: the Moen part number index at our sister site Stems & Cartridges lists each stem and cartridge with its length, broach and type
Frequently asked questions
Is the Moen 1225 the same as the 1225B?
Yes. The B versions are the same cartridge packaged for bulk. Moen's own store labels the 1222B and 1224B as bulk, and SupplyHouse describes the 1225 and 1225B as identical.
Can I put a 1225 in a Posi-Temp shower?
No. Posi-Temp valves use the 1222 pressure-balancing cartridge.
Does a Moentrol shower use the 1222?
No. Moen says the Moentrol valve uses a 1225 flow cartridge, with pressure balancing handled by a separate 1423 spool.
Will Moen replace my cartridge for free?
Moen's warranty covers parts for the original homeowner, free of charge, with proof of purchase. If you are not the original owner or need the part today, a replacement cartridge is the faster fix.
FourHome is not affiliated with or endorsed by any faucet manufacturer. Brand names and part numbers are used only to identify compatibility.