Description
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Discontinued Product
The Aladdin Equipment B-131 Pump Basket has been discontinued and is no longer part of the manufacturer’s current production offering. This page is maintained for part-number identification, equipment research, and replacement-reference purposes.
Pool Pump Strainer Basket
Aladdin Pump Basket for Premier 8-Inch Pump Trap | B-131
Metal replacement strainer basket designed for compatible Premier pool pump trap assemblies, including applications that specify Aladdin part number B-131.
Aladdin Equipment
Part B-131
Metal Pump Basket
Premier 8-Inch Trap
Discontinued
Aladdin B-131 Replacement Pump Basket
The Aladdin Equipment B-131 is a metal replacement pump basket designed for compatible Premier 8-inch pump trap and strainer assemblies. It installs inside the pump’s strainer housing and captures leaves, hair, insects, and other debris before the material can reach the pump impeller.
A cracked, corroded, damaged, or missing pump basket can allow debris to enter the pump, restrict circulation, and place additional strain on internal pump components. Fitment should be verified by the original basket number, pump model, and physical dimensions before selecting a replacement.
Product Specifications
| Manufacturer | Aladdin Equipment Company |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | B-131 |
| Product Type | Pool pump strainer basket |
| Basket Material | Metal |
| Primary Application | Premier 8-inch pump trap and compatible strainer assemblies |
| Common Pump Range | Premier pump applications commonly identified as 3 HP through 5 HP |
| Installation Location | Inside the pump strainer or trap housing |
| Product Status | Discontinued |
Key Features and Benefits
Debris Capture
Helps collect leaves, hair, insects, and larger debris before they reach the pump impeller.
Metal Construction
Manufactured as a metal basket for compatible commercial-style pump trap applications.
Pump Protection
Helps reduce the chance of larger debris obstructing or damaging internal pump components.
Part-Specific Fitment
Designed for equipment that specifically identifies Aladdin basket part number B-131.
What This Pump Basket Is Used For
The pump basket sits inside the strainer or trap housing on the suction side of the circulation pump. Water passes through the basket before entering the pump’s internal hydraulic components.
The basket openings allow water to pass while retaining larger debris that could obstruct the impeller, reduce water flow, damage internal components, or contribute to poor circulation.
Routine Maintenance Component
Pump baskets should be checked and cleaned regularly. A basket that is packed with debris can restrict suction flow even when the basket itself is not damaged.
Compatibility and Fitment Verification
The Aladdin B-131 is commonly cataloged for a Premier 8-inch pump trap used with select Premier pump applications. It should not be assumed to fit every Premier pump, every 8-inch strainer housing, or another basket that appears visually similar.
Verify the following before selecting a replacement:
- Original basket part number B-131
- Pump and strainer housing manufacturer
- Complete pump or trap model number
- Basket opening diameter
- Overall basket height
- Bottom diameter and taper
- Handle shape and orientation
- Clearance inside the strainer housing
Do Not Confirm Fitment by Diameter Alone
Two pump baskets can have a similar top diameter while differing in height, taper, bottom shape, handle clearance, or the way the basket seats inside the housing.
Signs a Pump Basket Needs Replacement
Inspect the basket whenever the pump lid is opened for routine cleaning or system maintenance. Replace or remove the equipment from service when the basket can no longer retain debris properly.
- Broken, separated, or missing metal sections
- Heavy corrosion or deterioration
- A bent or distorted basket body
- A damaged or missing handle
- The basket no longer seats properly in the trap housing
- Debris is passing through to the pump impeller
- Repeated impeller obstruction despite normal basket cleaning
Discontinued-Part Replacement Guidance
The Aladdin B-131 pump basket has been discontinued. A replacement should not be selected solely because it is described as an 8-inch basket or appears similar in a photograph.
Any replacement option must match the original basket’s overall height, top diameter, bottom profile, taper, handle clearance, and seating position inside the Premier pump trap.
Information Needed to Evaluate an Alternative
The most useful information includes the pump model, trap model, original basket dimensions, clear photographs, and measurements of the opening and usable depth inside the strainer housing.
Installation and Maintenance
- Turn off electrical power to the pool pump before opening the strainer housing.
- Relieve system pressure and confirm the pump cannot restart unexpectedly.
- Remove the pump lid and lift the existing basket from the housing.
- Remove loose debris from the bottom of the strainer pot.
- Inspect the housing for damage, scale, corrosion, or obstructions.
- Confirm the basket sits fully inside the housing without rocking or binding.
- Inspect and lubricate the pump lid O-ring with an approved pool and spa lubricant when required.
- Reinstall the lid, prime the pump as necessary, and check for normal circulation.
Never Operate the Pump Without a Basket
Running the circulation pump without a properly fitted basket can allow large debris to enter the impeller and internal pump assembly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Aladdin B-131 pump basket discontinued?
Yes. The Aladdin Equipment B-131 metal pump basket has been discontinued and is no longer part of the manufacturer’s current production offering.
What is the Aladdin B-131 used for?
It is a metal strainer basket used inside compatible Premier pool pump trap assemblies to capture debris before water enters the pump impeller.
What equipment uses the Aladdin B-131 basket?
The B-131 is commonly cataloged for a Premier 8-inch pump trap used with select Premier pump applications, including systems identified in parts references as 3 HP through 5 HP.
Is the B-131 a plastic or metal basket?
The Aladdin B-131 is identified as a metal pump basket.
Will any 8-inch pump basket replace the B-131?
No. The 8-inch description generally refers to the applicable trap or housing. The basket’s complete dimensions, shape, taper, handle, and seating position must also match.
Can a pool pump run without its strainer basket?
It should not. Operating the pump without a correctly fitted basket can allow leaves and other large debris to reach and obstruct the pump impeller.
How do I confirm whether B-131 is the correct basket?
Confirm the original part number, pump or trap model, basket height, opening diameter, bottom profile, and handle clearance. Do not rely on appearance alone.
Important Product Reference Notice
This page identifies the discontinued Aladdin Equipment B-131 metal pump basket for compatible Premier 8-inch pump trap assemblies. Verify the original equipment model and complete basket dimensions before selecting or installing an alternate replacement.
