Sta-Rite N176-44A Pump Body
The Sta-Rite N176-44A is a replacement pump body. This is the main housing that the impeller, diffuser or volute, and seal all mount inside, and it carries the suction and discharge ports that connect the pump to the plumbing.
Because the pump body sets the alignment for the impeller and seal, a warped or cracked one can cause premature wear on both even if they are otherwise in good condition. Check the mounting bosses and port threads on the old part for damage in addition to obvious cracks before ordering.
Key Features
- Genuine-fit Sta-Rite N176-44A replacement pump body
- Carries the pump suction and discharge connections and houses the internal wet end
- Direct fit replacement for the original Sta-Rite part
Applications
- Replacing a Sta-Rite pump pump body that has cracked from a freeze or impact
- Rebuilding the Sta-Rite pump this part is cataloged for
- Full pump teardown and rebuild alongside the impeller, diffuser or volute, and seal
- Repairing a leak at the pump body itself rather than at a fitting or seal
Specifications
- Brand: Sta-Rite
- Manufacturer Part Number: N176-44A
- Part Type: Pump body
- Quantity Per Pump: 1
- Condition: New
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does this come with mounting hardware?
This listing is for the pump body itself. Reuse the original mounting bolts if they are in good condition, or order new ones separately if they are corroded or stripped.
Q: Can a cracked pump body be repaired with epoxy?
A pressure-holding part like this should be replaced rather than patched. An epoxy repair may hold briefly but is not reliable under the pressure and vibration of normal pump operation.
Q: How do I prevent this from cracking again?
Drain the pump before a hard freeze, or keep it in a heated space, and make sure the pump is not run dry, which stresses the housing along with the internal parts.
Q: What usually causes a pump body to need replacing?
A hard freeze while the pump was full of water is the most common cause, followed by age-related stress cracking and impact damage. A leak at the body itself, rather than at a fitting, is the usual symptom.
Not sure this is the right part? Send us a Picture of the Pump Plate on your pump and the CLR Marine team will confirm the correct pump body.
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