
Baker Hydro Skimmer Forming Frame, 51B1016
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Quick overview
- Part 51B1016 The forming frame listed for the Baker Hydro skimmer.
- Also a Waterco listing The same part number 51B1016 appears under the Waterco name for the same frame.
- Measures 10.5" x 1.75" Check that against the frame you are taking out before you order.
- Frames the skimmer opening It is the forming ring frame that surrounds the skimmer throat.
- Sold on its own Supplied as the frame alone, not as part of a skimmer assembly.
- New work or repair Suits a skimmer being set as well as one whose original frame has been damaged.
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Product details
The 51B1016 is the forming frame for the Baker Hydro skimmer, a flat frame measuring 10.5" x 1.75". The same part number is also listed under the Waterco name, and it is the same frame either way.
What it is
The forming ring frame sets the finished shape of the skimmer throat opening. It is a structural piece rather than a wear part, which is why most people come looking for one only after a frame has been damaged or a skimmer is being fitted from scratch.
Before you order
Measure the frame you are replacing. Skimmer families differ, and 10.5" x 1.75" is the size that matters here. The frame is supplied by itself, so gaskets, baskets and lids are separate purchases.
| Brand | Baker Hydro |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer part number | 51B1016 |
| Also listed as | Waterco 51B1016 |
| Type | Skimmer forming frame |
| Dimensions | 10.5" x 1.75" |
| Fits | Baker Hydro and Waterco skimmers |
| Shipping weight | 0.32 lb |
| Ships | Parcel |
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