The Multiquip 1838100160 is a genuine OEM Suction Cover QP-204 designed for the Multiquip QP-204 quick-prime trash pump. As a factory-sourced component, it is manufactured to the exact material and dimensional specifications required by this pump family, ensuring a proper seal at the suction inlet. This part is confirmed for use on QP-204 series equipment, making it a direct, confidence-inspiring replacement when the original cover is cracked, warped, or otherwise compromised.
Key Features
- OEM-Grade Sealing Material — Manufactured to the same material tolerances as the original, maintaining the airtight seal the suction inlet depends on for consistent self-priming performance.
- Drop-In Fitment for QP-204 — Engineered specifically for the QP-204 pump housing, aligning with existing bolt patterns and mating surfaces for straightforward installation.
- Confirmed QP-204 Compatibility — Verified fitment for the Multiquip QP-204 quick-prime trash pump series — order with confidence using part number 1838100160.
- Protects Prime and Flow Rate — A fully intact suction cover is critical to maintaining pump vacuum; a failed or cracked cover leads to air ingestion, loss of prime, and reduced discharge flow.
- Genuine Multiquip OEM Part — Sourced directly from Multiquip, part this part meets the original design intent with no guesswork on material compatibility or dimensional fit.
The suction cover seals the inlet side of the pump casing, creating the closed chamber necessary for the impeller to draw fluid up through the suction line. On a quick-prime pump like the QP-204, an airtight suction cavity is essential — without it, the pump cannot generate the vacuum needed to lift water and prime itself before discharging. When the cover cracks, warps, or loses its seal, air enters the system, the pump loses prime, and output drops sharply or stops entirely. Replacing a damaged cover with a properly fitting OEM component restores the suction integrity the pump was built to deliver.
Have questions about fitment or need help confirming this is the right part for your machine? Contact the DHS Equipment parts team for assistance.
Part Details
| Part Number | 1838100160 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Suction Cover QP-204 |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| QP-204 | QP-204 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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