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Flow-Rite BD-00525 Replacement Gasket for Bayonet and M30 Battery Caps (2006-Present)

Flow-Rite BD-00525 replacement rubber gasket for Bayonet and M30 battery watering system vent caps, 2006 to present fitment
Flow-Rite Gasket For Bayonet And M30 Caps
 
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Part Number: BD-00525
Manufacturer: Flow-Rite

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Flow-Rite Part BD-00525 2006 - Present Fitment

Flow-Rite BD-00525 Replacement Gasket -- Bayonet and M30 Battery Caps

The OEM-spec seal that keeps your Flow-Rite battery watering system caps seated and leak-free. If your caps are seeping, drying out, or showing wear, this is the part you need -- not a new cap assembly.

The Right Gasket for Flow-Rite Bayonet and M30 Caps

Flow-Rite battery watering systems are built into thousands of RV house battery banks, golf cart battery packs, forklift batteries, and marine deep-cycle setups. The BD-00525 is the correct replacement gasket for both the Bayonet-style and M30 threaded vent caps produced by Flow-Rite from 2006 through the current production run.

Over time, the rubber or elastomer sealing gasket inside a battery vent cap can harden, crack, or compress permanently -- especially in the high-temperature environment of an engine bay or battery compartment. A degraded gasket allows acid vapor to escape past the cap, accelerating corrosion on nearby terminals and reducing the effectiveness of your watering system's pressure regulation. Replacing the gasket restores a proper seal without the cost of replacing the entire cap.

OEM Fit

Designed to spec for Flow-Rite Bayonet and M30 cap assemblies -- drops in without trimming or modification.

2006 to Present

Covers the current generation of Flow-Rite caps produced from 2006 onward.

Acid-Resistant Seal

Gasket material is formulated to resist sulfuric acid vapor typical of flooded lead-acid battery environments.

Restore, Don't Replace

Extend the life of your existing cap assemblies with a low-cost seal replacement instead of full cap replacement.

What This Gasket Seals

Flow-Rite manufactures two primary cap styles used in their single-point and multi-point battery watering systems:

  • Bayonet caps -- twist-lock style caps common on many RV and golf cart battery watering kits. They seat with a quarter-turn lock and rely on a compression gasket for a vapor-tight seal.
  • M30 caps -- metric threaded caps (30 mm thread diameter) used in certain Flow-Rite configurations, particularly on larger battery banks and industrial applications.

The BD-00525 gasket is the correct replacement for both cap types in the post-2006 design generation. If you are unsure which cap style you have, check the cap for a visible locking tab (Bayonet) or continuous threads (M30).

Good to Know -- Watering System Maintenance

  • Inspect cap gaskets any time you service your battery bank -- look for cracking, flattening, or visible gaps between the cap and battery top.
  • A properly sealed cap ensures the Flow-Rite pressure-relief valve controls electrolyte vapor correctly during charging.
  • Clean the battery top around the cap seat before installing the new gasket to ensure a clean sealing surface.
  • Do not over-tighten M30 caps after gasket replacement -- hand-tight plus a quarter turn is sufficient.

Compatible Flow-Rite Battery Watering Systems

The BD-00525 gasket is used in Flow-Rite single-point watering systems including the Pro-Fill and EZ Water series kits sold for RV, golf cart (Club Car, E-Z-GO, Yamaha), marine, and industrial battery banks. It is compatible with any Bayonet or M30 cap assembly produced by Flow-Rite from 2006 to present. Pre-2006 caps used a different gasket profile -- verify your cap production date or contact Flow-Rite if you are unsure.

Heads Up -- Pre-2006 Caps

This gasket is not designed for Flow-Rite caps manufactured before 2006. Older cap generations used a different gasket geometry. Using BD-00525 in a pre-2006 cap may result in an improper fit and an ineffective seal. If your system predates 2006, identify your cap model number and verify the correct gasket part number before ordering.

Part Identification

ManufacturerFlow-Rite Controls
Part NumberBD-00525
Component TypeReplacement Gasket / Seal
ApplicationBattery Vent Cap Seal

Fitment

Compatible Cap TypesBayonet-style and M30 threaded Flow-Rite caps
Production Years Covered2006 to present
Not Compatible WithFlow-Rite caps manufactured before 2006

Application

Battery TypesFlooded lead-acid (FLA), including 6V and 12V deep-cycle
Common UsesRV house batteries, golf cart packs, marine deep-cycle banks, industrial forklifts
System CompatibilityFlow-Rite Pro-Fill, EZ Water, and related single-point watering systems

What Is Included

IncludedReplacement gasket (BD-00525)
Not IncludedCap assembly, watering tubes, fill valves, or any other system components

Important Information

  • This listing is for the gasket only -- the cap assembly is not included.
  • Verify your cap was manufactured in 2006 or later before ordering. Pre-2006 caps require a different gasket part number.
  • Work with batteries only in a well-ventilated area. Battery acid vapor is corrosive -- wear eye protection and chemical-resistant gloves.
  • Disconnect chargers and allow batteries to rest before removing any caps or gaskets.
  • Ensure the gasket is fully seated and the cap locks securely before returning the battery bank to service.


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