Pentair Sta-Rite U-3 Skimmer Basket w/Handle 086500007Z

Pentair Sta-Rite U-3 Skimmer Basket w/Handle 086500007Z

Keep your pool system protected and your water looking great with the Pentair Sta-Rite U-3 Skimmer Basket with Handle. Designed for U-3 and SwimQuip-style skimmers, this OEM basket delivers reliable debris capture and easy day-to-day maintenance.

Key Features & Benefits

• Efficient debris protection helps trap leaves, bugs, and other contaminants before they reach your pump and filter, reducing clogs and wear.
• Helps protect pump performance by keeping large debris out of the system, supporting proper priming and consistent flow.
• Low-profile U-3 design fits neatly into Sta-Rite/SwimQuip U-3 skimmers, ideal for both new installs and replacement applications.
• Integrated handle makes lifting the basket out for emptying quick and comfortable, even when it is full.
• Rugged plastic construction is engineered to withstand constant circulation, outdoor exposure, and pool chemicals for long-term use.
• Lightweight and easy to handle, with shipping weight around 0.4–0.8 lb, so installation and replacement are simple.

Specifications

• Part number: 08650-0007Z (cross-reference 08650-0007)
• Top outside diameter: approximately 8-1/4"–8-5/16"
• Bottom outside diameter: approximately 5-3/4"
• Basket height/depth: approximately 5-1/4"–5-3/16"
• Application: Sta-Rite / SwimQuip U-3 skimmers (concrete and vinyl models)
• Item weight: about 5.9 ounces (shipping weight up to 0.8 lb)

Choose the Pentair Sta-Rite U-3 Skimmer Basket w/ Handle (08650-0007Z) for dependable debris control and smoother, safer pool operation all season long.