{"product_id":"pentair-o-ring-purex-whisperflo-seal-plate-pre-6-94-071445","title":"Pentair O-Ring, Seal Plate | WhisperFlo WFE (Pre-June 1994) | 071445","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pentair 071445 is the OEM replacement seal plate O-ring for \u003cstrong\u003ePentair WhisperFlo WFE inground pool and spa pumps manufactured prior to June 1994\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your pump predates this cutoff, this is the correct seal plate O-ring for your unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: #fff3cd; border: 2px solid #FFEAA7; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; margin: 15px 0; color: #856404;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT: VERIFY MANUFACTURE DATE BEFORE ORDERING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis O-ring is designed specifically for WhisperFlo WFE pumps built \u003cstrong\u003ebefore June 1994\u003c\/strong\u003e. Pumps manufactured after this date use a different seal plate O-ring. Check the date code on your pump's nameplate before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: #fff3cd; border: 2px solid #FFEAA7; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; margin: 15px 0; color: #856404;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT: LUBRICATION REQUIRED — SOLD SEPARATELY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlways lubricate this O-ring with a silicone-based lubricant before installation. We carry the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/poolaroo.com\/products\/pentairwaterpoolandspainc_r172351\" alt=\"Pentair R172351 Lifeguard Silicone Lubricant\"\u003ePentair R172351 Lifeguard Silicone Lubricant\u003c\/a\u003e — the OEM-matched product for Pentair equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis seal plate O-ring maintains the watertight seal between the pump's seal plate and volute on pre-June 1994 WhisperFlo WFE pumps. A degraded or damaged O-ring at this location will allow water to bypass the seal area, resulting in leaks at the pump body. Replacing this O-ring restores the correct seal and prevents water loss at the pump housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePentair Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e071445\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eSeal Plate O-Ring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eEach\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePentair WhisperFlo WFE Inground Pool \u0026amp; Spa Pump\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacture Date Restriction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePre-June 1994 only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Known As \/ Legacy Brand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePurex WhisperFlo (Pentair-acquired brand)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore installing, lightly coat this O-ring with a silicone-based lubricant — never petroleum-based products, which degrade rubber O-rings. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/poolaroo.com\/products\/pentairwaterpoolandspainc_r172351\" alt=\"Pentair R172351 Lifeguard Silicone Lubricant\"\u003ePentair R172351 Lifeguard Silicone Lubricant\u003c\/a\u003e is the OEM-matched option for Pentair equipment. When servicing the seal plate area, inspect the shaft seal at the same time — both components are accessible during this service and replacing them together avoids a repeat teardown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- wft:processed:manual:2026-04-30 --\u003e","brand":"Pentair","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52772588454163,"sku":"071445","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/0687\/5411\/files\/pentair-o-ring-purex-whisperflo-seal-plate-pre-6-94-071445-1.webp?v=1766184110","url":"https:\/\/poolaroo.com\/products\/pentair-o-ring-purex-whisperflo-seal-plate-pre-6-94-071445","provider":"Poolaroo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}