{"product_id":"pentair-in-out-rubber-bushing-2-id-070544","title":"Pentair In\/Out Rubber Bushing, 2\" ID | 070544","description":"\u003c!-- PRODUCT HEADER --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #123f46; border-radius: 10px; padding: 28px 26px; margin-bottom: 22px; color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; margin-bottom: 12px; padding: 5px 12px; background: #e37c3f; border-radius: 20px; color: #ffffff; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: .5px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003ePentair Heater Replacement Part\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px; color: #ffffff; font-size: 30px; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003ePentair In\/Out Bushing, 2-Inch ID | 070544\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #e8f3f2; font-size: 16px;\"\u003eGenuine Pentair inlet and outlet connection bushing for select MiniMax Plus pool and spa heater assemblies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- QUICK ANSWER --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 24px; padding: 20px 22px; background: #eef8f6; border: 1px solid #b9ddd8; border-left: 6px solid #198278; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #123f46; font-size: 21px;\"\u003eWhat is Pentair part 070544?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 15px;\"\u003ePentair \u003cstrong\u003e070544\u003c\/strong\u003e is an inlet and outlet bushing used within the water-header and plumbing connection assembly on compatible Pentair MiniMax Plus pool and spa heaters. Two bushings are typically used per heater, with one positioned at the water inlet and one at the water outlet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- PRODUCT OVERVIEW --\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 11px; padding-bottom: 8px; border-bottom: 3px solid #e37c3f; color: #123f46; font-size: 24px;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePentair 070544 In\/Out Bushing\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine Pentair heater plumbing component designed to fit between the heater’s water-header assembly and its inlet or outlet connection. It helps position and support the connection where pool water enters or exits the heater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eCorrect identification is important because Pentair heater assemblies may use several similar-looking bushings, sleeves, gaskets, adapters, and flange components. Always match the complete heater model and original manufacturer part number before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- QUICK SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit,minmax(210px,1fr)); gap: 14px; margin-bottom: 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 17px; background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #d6e3e1; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #68787c; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: .5px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 4px; color: #123f46; font-size: 17px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePentair\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 17px; background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #d6e3e1; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #68787c; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: .5px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003ePart Number\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 4px; color: #123f46; font-size: 17px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e070544\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 17px; background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #d6e3e1; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #68787c; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: .5px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eInside Diameter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 4px; color: #123f46; font-size: 17px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e2 Inches\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 17px; background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #d6e3e1; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #68787c; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: .5px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 4px; color: #123f46; font-size: 17px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHeater Inlet \/ Outlet\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ACCORDION SECTIONS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #cbdcda; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 17px 20px; background: #198278; color: #ffffff; font-size: 17px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFeatures and Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 19px 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 21px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pentair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer part number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 070544\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heater inlet and outlet bushing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInside diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heater water-header inlet or outlet connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two bushings per heater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gas-fired pool and spa heater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer classification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine Pentair replacement component\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #cbdcda; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 17px 20px; background: #198278; color: #ffffff; font-size: 17px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHeater Compatibility\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 19px 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003ePentair identifies part \u003cstrong\u003e070544\u003c\/strong\u003e as an inlet and outlet bushing used with select MiniMax Plus heater assemblies, including the following heater sizes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 15px; padding-left: 21px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003ePentair MiniMax Plus 150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003ePentair MiniMax Plus 200\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003ePentair MiniMax Plus 250\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003ePentair MiniMax Plus 300\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003ePentair MiniMax Plus 350\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePentair MiniMax Plus 400\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 14px 16px; background: #fff7ed; border-left: 4px solid #e37c3f; border-radius: 5px; color: #6b3c20;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heater model names may cover multiple production generations and plumbing configurations. Confirm the complete model number, equipment label, existing connection arrangement, and original part number before ordering or installing any heater component.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #cbdcda; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 17px 20px; background: #198278; color: #ffffff; font-size: 17px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhat This Bushing Does\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 19px 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003eThe inlet and outlet bushing is installed within the heater’s water-connection assembly. It supports the interface between the heater header and the surrounding plumbing components where circulated pool or spa water enters and exits the heat exchanger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eA worn, cracked, distorted, or incorrectly sized bushing may prevent the surrounding components from seating correctly. The complete connection should be inspected whenever leakage, movement, corrosion, or damage is found near the heater inlet or outlet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #cbdcda; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 17px 20px; background: #198278; color: #ffffff; font-size: 17px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInstallation and Inspection Guidance\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 19px 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003col style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 21px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eTurn off electrical power and gas to the heater.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eShut down the circulation pump and relieve all system pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eAllow the heater and surrounding plumbing to cool completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eConfirm the heater model and original Pentair part number.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eInspect the header, flange, sleeve, seals, adapters, and plumbing connections for damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eReplace damaged sealing or connection components as required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressure-test the repaired connection before returning the heater to service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 15px 0 0; color: #59696d; font-size: 14px;\"\u003ePool-heater repairs should be completed by a qualified service professional familiar with gas-fired equipment, pressurized plumbing, and the applicable Pentair service documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #cbdcda; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 17px 20px; background: #198278; color: #ffffff; font-size: 17px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePart Identification\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 19px 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003eUse the following information when identifying this component:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 21px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePentair part number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 070544\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon description:\u003c\/strong\u003e In\/Out Bushing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNominal inside diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly area:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heater water inlet and outlet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical installed quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 14px 0 0;\"\u003eDo not confuse this bushing with the separate rubber sleeve, quick-flange kit, flow-valve gasket, bulkhead adapter, or header components used in the same general area of the heater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #cbdcda; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 17px 20px; background: #198278; color: #ffffff; font-size: 17px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 19px 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 6px; color: #123f46; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eWhat is the Pentair 070544 used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 18px;\"\u003eIt is used at the inlet and outlet water connections on compatible Pentair pool and spa heater assemblies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 6px; color: #123f46; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eWhat is the inside diameter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 18px;\"\u003eThe listed inside diameter is 2 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 6px; color: #123f46; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eHow many bushings does one heater use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 18px;\"\u003ePentair’s parts documentation identifies a quantity of two, allowing one bushing for the inlet and one for the outlet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 6px; color: #123f46; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eDoes this fit every Pentair heater?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 18px;\"\u003eNo. Compatibility depends on the heater family, model size, production generation, header assembly, and existing plumbing configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 6px; color: #123f46; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eIs this the same as the rubber inlet and outlet sleeve?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 18px;\"\u003eNo. Pentair identifies the rubber inlet and outlet sleeve as a separate component. Confirm the original part number before replacing either item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 6px; color: #123f46; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eCan this part stop a heater connection from leaking?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eIt may be one component within the connection, but leaks can also result from damaged sleeves, seals, flanges, adapters, headers, loose plumbing, or cracked components. Inspect the complete assembly before determining the repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FINAL FITMENT BOX --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 20px 22px; background: #f5f8f8; border: 1px solid #d5e0df; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #123f46; font-size: 20px;\"\u003eConfirm Your Heater Before Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eMatch the complete Pentair heater model, heater size, existing inlet and outlet assembly, connection dimensions, and original part number \u003cstrong\u003e070544\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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