{"product_id":"pentair-short-basket-with-restrictor-assembly","title":"Pentair Short Basket with Restrictor Assembly","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Pentair Short Basket with Restrictor Assembly (part number R172686, or R172661BK\/R172661DG for color variants) is a specialized structural debris filtration component engineered exclusively for low-profile skimmer-filter systems. It is utilized primarily within the Pentair Rainbow Dynamic Series IV (DFM and DFML) inline spa and hot tub skim-filter canisters. Injection-molded from a dense, high-impact, and chemically inert polymer compound, this compact basket features a wide-diameter, short-walled design optimized specifically to fit inside shallow-depth filter niches where standard, deep-well skimmer baskets would bottom out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eIts primary operational role is to serve as the initial structural defense line for the spa's circulation system. The basket features fine perimeter perforations that capture floating organic material, leaves, hair, and large physical debris before the contaminants can enter the down-pipe and clog the fine pleats of the internal cartridge filter. Integrated onto the base of this short basket is a matching flow restrictor assembly (or restrictor plate). This plate functions as a physical hydraulic throttling device that balances and regulates incoming water velocity. By preventing the pump from drawing water too aggressively through the skim face, it prevents vortex cavitation, optimizes the automated distribution of sanitizing tablets within adjacent chemical dispensers, and maintains a completely stable suction line pressure up to standard operating limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eEngineered for a lifetime of direct contact with highly concentrated chemicals and permanent submersion in elevated spa temperatures, its robust plastic matrix completely resists material softening, structural cracking, and corrosive bleaching from direct exposure to ozone, bromine, chlorine, and winterizing scale removers. Due to its lightweight, hollow grid configuration and integrated plastic throttling plate, this individual short skimmer basket assembly carries a net product and shipping weight of approximately \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"522\"\u003e0.35 to 0.50 pounds\u003c\/b\u003e (about 5.6 to 8.0 ounces).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Commercial Pool and Spa Supplies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53416207220847,"sku":"R172686","price":28.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/3785\/3807\/files\/6762758__91464.jpg?v=1782745102","url":"https:\/\/commercialpoolandspasupplies.com\/products\/pentair-short-basket-with-restrictor-assembly","provider":"Commercial Pool and Spa Supplies ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}