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Can I use a generic O-ring instead of the XP washer?
XP MI-6 and MI-4 Pinpointer Toric Washer Replacement
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Open May 28, 2026 - 04:44 PM
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May 28, 2026 - 04:44 PM
The XP toric washer is manufactured specifically as a replacement part for the MI-6 and MI-4 pinpointers. While generic O-rings are available at hardware stores, using the correct XP replacement part ensures proper fit and function for your pinpointer. The cost difference between a generic ring and the XP washer is minimal, and using the manufacturer-specified part eliminates fit uncertainty. XP designs this washer as the correct replacement component for these pinpointer models.
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XP MI-6 and MI-4 Pinpointer Toric Washer Replacement
The XP MI-6 and MI-4 Pinpointer Toric Washer is a rubber seal component designed for XP's MI-6 and MI-4 pinpointers. MI-6 and MI-4 owners who've lost the original washer during battery changes need this replacement seal. The toric washer is a replacement seal component. What's Included w...
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