{"product_id":"hayward-8-inch-vgb-main-drain-cover-wgx1048e-white","title":"Hayward 8\" VGB Main Drain Cover WGX1048E – White, 125 GPM","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ups-product-desc\" style=\"max-width: 100%; color: #1f2937; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- HERO --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg,#0f4c81 0%,#1273b8 100%); color: #fff; border-radius: 18px; padding: 24px 20px; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 13px; text-transform: uppercase; opacity: .9; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eVGB Main Drain Cover\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px; font-size: 30px; color: #fff;\"\u003eHayward 8\" VGB Main Drain Cover - White\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 16px; color: #fff;\"\u003eWhite 8-inch replacement suction outlet cover for compatible Hayward frames, rated to 125 GPM and designed for concrete, vinyl and fiberglass pools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- WARRANTY --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px; margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; font-size: 22px; color: #1e3a8a;\"\u003eWarranty Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6-Month Manufacturer Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 6px 0 0; font-size: 14px; color: #475569;\"\u003eUltimate Pools is your first point of contact for compatibility verification, installation guidance, and warranty support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHayward 8\" VGB Main Drain Cover (WGX1048E)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a white replacement suction outlet cover designed for compatible Hayward pool main drain frames. It is suitable for residential and commercial applications and can be used with compatible concrete, vinyl and fiberglass pool installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WGX1048E is rated to 125 GPM and is specified with a 7-year service life. Hayward WG Series suction outlet assemblies and replacement covers are tested to ANSI\/APSP\/ICC-16 2017 and are designed to meet applicable VGB suction outlet requirements. Replacement covers must always be matched to the correct existing frame and installation configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleaner clearance warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e This cover may act as an obstruction in the pool and may impair the operation of some automatic pool cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FEATURES --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 26px; margin: 0 0 18px; color: #0f172a;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit,minmax(240px,1fr)); gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVGB-Compliant Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart of Hayward's WG Series suction outlet system designed to meet applicable VGB requirements.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e125 GPM Flow Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRated for a maximum listed flow of 125 gallons per minute in the specified installation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8-Inch Replacement Cover\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned as an 8-inch replacement cover for compatible existing Hayward suction outlet frames.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7-Year Service Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecified with a 7-year service life, after which replacement is required.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple Pool Surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuitable for compatible concrete, vinyl and fiberglass pool installations.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResidential \u0026amp; Commercial Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for compatible suction outlet applications in both residential and commercial pools.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- COMPATIBILITY --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 26px; margin: 0 0 16px; color: #0f172a;\"\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003eDesigned for use with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible existing Hayward suction outlet frames designed for WGX1048E\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible concrete pool installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible vinyl pool installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible fiberglass pool installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew construction and replacement-cover applications where WGX1048E is specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 16px 0 0; font-size: 14px; color: #475569;\"\u003eCompatibility may vary by production year, configuration and installation. Verify your exact frame, sump, mounting pattern and part number before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- APPLICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 26px; margin: 0 0 16px; color: #0f172a;\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResidential swimming pool suction outlets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial swimming pool suction outlets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcrete pool main drain systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVinyl pool main drain systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiberglass pool main drain systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement of compatible existing Hayward suction outlet covers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 16px 0 0; font-size: 14px; color: #475569;\"\u003eUse only with the correct compatible suction outlet frame and installation. The cover's listed service life, flow rating and mounting requirements must be observed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 26px; margin: 0 0 16px; color: #0f172a;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; min-width: 520px; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eWGX1048E\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eHayward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eMain Drain \/ Suction Outlet Cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eHayward WG Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e8 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; 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border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eConcrete, Vinyl and Fiberglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eResidential and Commercial Pool Suction Outlets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eCompatible Existing Hayward Suction Outlet Frames Requiring WGX1048E\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate Colours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 4px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #1d4ed8; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: none;\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/ultimatepools.ca\/products\/hayward-8-inch-vgb-main-drain-cover-wgx1048edgr-dark-grey\"\u003eWGX1048EDGR\u003c\/a\u003e - Dark Grey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #1d4ed8; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: none;\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/ultimatepools.ca\/products\/hayward-8-inch-vgb-main-drain-cover-wgx1048eblk-black\"\u003eWGX1048EBLK\u003c\/a\u003e - Black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e6-Month Manufacturer Warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Sale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #1d4ed8; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: none;\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/2647\/4409\/files\/Hayward_Main_Drain_Manual_WGX1000_and_WG1000.pdf?v=1787341448\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload Product Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 26px; margin: 0 0 16px; color: #0f172a;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 14px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the flow rating of the WGX1048E?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe listed flow rating is 125 GPM. The complete suction outlet installation must be configured and operated within its approved ratings.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhich pool surfaces can use this drain cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe WGX1048E is identified for compatible concrete, vinyl and fiberglass pool installations.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow long can the WGX1048E cover remain in service?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe specified service life is 7 years. Replace the cover at the end of its service life or sooner if it becomes damaged, cracked, missing or insecure.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this cover fit any Hayward main drain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Replacement suction outlet covers must be matched to the correct compatible Hayward frame and installation. Verify the existing frame and required part number before ordering.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan this cover interfere with an automatic pool cleaner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The raised drain cover may act as an obstruction and can impair the operation of some automatic pool cleaners.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hayward","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40480391200937,"sku":"WGX1048E","price":38.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/2647\/4409\/products\/HaywardWGX1048E.jpg?v=1678715547","url":"https:\/\/ultimatepools.ca\/products\/hayward-8-inch-vgb-main-drain-cover-wgx1048e-white","provider":"ultimatepools.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}