This kit supplies two genuine Astralpool grey lateral flanges \u2014 the left and right structural side panels that form the outer shell of the Duramax RC robotic pool cleaner body. Acting as the chassis side walls, they protect the internal drive motors, pump motor and filter bay from mechanical impact and pool-water ingress while giving the robot its characteristic large-body silhouette.<\/p>\n
The lateral flanges lock the top cover, base plate and internal module stack together, maintaining precise alignment of the drive train and brush roller assembly. Because the Duramax RC relies on dual drive motors for four-direction manoeuvrability, any warped or cracked flange can cause lateral flex in the chassis, leading to tracking errors and premature belt or track wear. Replacing the flanges as a matched pair restores the original geometry and rigidity of the unit.<\/p>\n
Supplied as a matched pair (\u00d72) and specified for the Astralpool Xtreme 1 parent platform, these flanges are designed for the Duramax RC commercial robotic pool cleaner \u2014 a heavy-duty machine recommended for pools up to 80 feet long with a single pump motor and dual drive motors. Always verify your robot’s model designation before ordering, as flanges from other Duramax variants are not interchangeable.<\/p>\n
Visible cracking, stress-whitening or impact damage along either side panel is the primary indicator. Secondary signs include the top cover or base plate no longer clicking securely into place, abnormal lateral flex when lifting the robot, or the drive belt jumping off its track due to misaligned internal rails \u2014 all consequences of a compromised flange.<\/p>\n
Aftermarket flanges are frequently moulded in a lower-grade ABS that does not match the wall thickness or snap-fit tolerance of the OEM part. Genuine Astralpool flanges are manufactured to the exact specification of the original body tooling, ensuring correct fitment of every internal sub-assembly, an accurate seal between panels and the full structural integrity needed for a commercial-grade robot operating continuously in a chlorinated environment.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"