1. Single Control Cartridge Identification Process
With fergusonrepairparts.com
Step 1. Identify What Type of Fixture the Cartridge Came From
Lavatory and Kitchen fixtures do not have cartridges with built in pressure balancing or thermostatic temperature control devices
Most Single Control Tub & Shower fixtures manufactured since 1990 have cartridges with built in pressure balancing or thermostatic temperature control devices
Cartridge with Temperature control device
Cartridge without Temperature control device

2. Single Control Cartridge Identification Process
Step 2. *Measure Length & OD
*Have customer measure exact length from top of stem to bottom of points, not just take a picture of the cartridge with a ruler

3. Single Control Cartridge Identification Process
Step 3. ID Handle Broach Type
Rectangular
Serrated
(Count Points)
Square
Double D
Threaded

4. Single Control Cartridge Identification Process
Step 4. Identify Valve Operation
Type
Most* rotary style cartridges turn on the water by rotating the handle counter-clockwise, the water starts off cold and gets hotter as the handle continues to turn counter clockwise
Most rocker style cartridges handles rock up to turn on the water and turn to the left for hot and turn to the right for cold
Rotary
Rocker
*Exception: Kohler Rite-Temp

5. Single Control Cartridge Identification Process
Step 5. Cartridge Base
Number of Pins
Location of Pins
Seal Patterns must match
Is there a pressure balancing spool visible?
Asymmetrical
Pins
Same Manufacturer
Same Manufacturer
Two Pin Version
Symmetrical
Pins
One Pin Version

6. Single Control Cartridge Identification Example
In fergusonrepairparts.com click on Stems & Cartridges by Type. At this point there are over 3,500 Stems and Cartridges to choose from.

7. Single Control Cartridge Identification Example
This example is a Single Control Cartridge. At this point in the search there are currently 373 options. 2.

8. Single Control Cartridge Identification Example3.
Click on the Length Range Filter. The Cartridge Length is 2-1/4” so click on the /8in to 2-1/4in box. This narrows down the options to 19.
The filter box can be opened and closed by clicking on the arrow in the filter box

9. Single Control Cartridge Identification Example4.
Click on the Broach Filter. The Cartridge Broach Type is Rectangular. This narrows down the options to 8.

10. Single Control Cartridge Identification Example6.
Click on the Material Filter. The Material is Plastic W/ Brass Stem. This narrows down the options to 6.

11. Single Control Cartridge Identification Example5.
Click on the Valve Operation Filter. The Cartridge Valve Operation Type is Rocker. This narrows down the possibilities to 2.

12. Single Control Cartridge Identification Example6.
Click on the Cartridge OD Filter in the Filter Items. The Cartridge OD is 40mm (Filter Item). This narrows down the options to 2.

13. Single Control Cartridge Identification Example7.
A visual check now reveals that this cartridge is the green American Standard Colony Soft Cartridge

14. Identifying a Compression Stem Using fergusonrepairparts.com
When you get to the Item Page, you will find:
Complete product description
Price, availability, and item number
High resolution image with zoom
3D model of stem that can be looked at and manipulated in a full screen viewer
Item details such as length, number of pins, and Prop 65 warning
Related items to help the customer make a more complete repair
Additional pertinent information 2. 1. 3. 4. 5. 7. 6.

15. Single Control Cartridge Identification Example9.
By clicking on the full screen icon in the 3D Model Viewer, you will bring up a full screen 3D model of the cartridge that you can manipulate 360 degrees to observe key features.
Cartridge Base has 1 Pin (different sized) and the Bottom Seal is 3 Separate Gaskets

16. Review of the Single Control Cartridge Identification Process
Go to Online Store and click on Stems & Cartridges by Type
This Cartridge is a Single Control Cartridge from a Lavatory Faucet -Click on Single Control Cartridge Category
The Length is 2-1/4” –Click on the Length Range Filter and choose >2-1/8 in to 2-1/4 in
The Broach is Rectangular –Click on the Broach Filter and choose Square
Click on the Material Filter and choose Plastic W/Brass Stem
Click on the Valve Operation Filter and choose Rocker
Click on the Cartridge OD Filter and choose 40mm
A visual check now reveals that this cartridge is the green American Standard Colony Soft Cartridge