{"product_id":"perma-cast-pbag-above-ground-pool-water-bonding-fitting-kit","title":"Perma-Cast PB-AG Above Ground Pool Pump Water Bonding Fitting Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnsure your above ground pool meets national electrical safety standards and prevent galvanic corrosion with the \u003cstrong\u003ePerma-Cast PB-AG Water Bonding Fitting Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed specifically for above ground pools, this solid bronze fitting provides an intentional equipotential water bond to safely shunt stray electrical voltage to ground. It installs easily by screwing directly into the 1\/4\" drain plug port on your pool pump's leaf trap or strainer pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e🚩 PRO TIP\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fitting is a critical safety component required by the \u003cstrong\u003e2008 NEC Electrical Code Section 680.26(C)\u003c\/strong\u003e, which mandates an intentional water bond of at least 9 square inches for all pools. The PB-AG provides \u003cstrong\u003e10.5 square inches\u003c\/strong\u003e of conductive surface area, ensuring full compliance. It is an absolute must-have for pools using saltwater chlorine generators to prevent rapid electrolytic corrosion of metal pool walls and components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePRODUCT FEATURES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCode Compliant:\u003c\/strong\u003e UL Listed and fully complies with NEC 680.26(C) equipotential water bonding requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides 10.5 square inches of conductive surface area, exceeding the 9 sq. in. code minimum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed as a pump mount fitting—simply replaces the 1\/4\" MPT drain plug on your pump's strainer pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion Prevention:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps prevent electrolytic and galvanic corrosion in above ground pool walls, rails, and exposed metal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSaltwater Essential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly recommended for all pools, but absolutely critical for pools equipped with salt water generation systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perma-Cast\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel\/Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e PB-AG (PBAG)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Above Ground Pools\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pump Strainer Basket \/ Hair and Lint Pot Drain\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4\" MPT (Male Pipe Thread)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConductive Surface Area:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.5 Square Inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC\/GTIN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 758614155264\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhere exactly does this fitting install?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PB-AG fitting is designed to screw directly into the 1\/4\" female threaded drain port located at the bottom of your pool pump's hair and lint strainer pot (the basket housing at the front of the pump).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy do I need a water bonding fitting?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNational Electrical Code (NEC 680.26) requires pool water to be electrically bonded to the pool's equipotential bonding grid. This protects swimmers from stray electrical currents and prevents galvanic corrosion (electrolysis) from eating away at metal pool walls and components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this required if I have a saltwater pool?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is especially critical for saltwater pools. Saltwater is highly conductive, which accelerates galvanic corrosion. A proper water bond, often combined with a zinc sacrificial anode, is necessary to protect your pool's metal structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fitting meet the NEC 9 square inch requirement?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The NEC requires a minimum of 9 square inches of conductive surface area in contact with the water. The Perma-Cast PB-AG provides 10.5 square inches, fully satisfying the code requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it come with the wire to connect to the bonding grid?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit includes the bronze fitting, the wire seal lug, and necessary o-rings. 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