Flexible Anode Rod Home Depot

The rod should be inspected and replaced every couple of years.

Flexible anode rod home depot.

Anode rods are lead free compliant for safe water drinking. These devices work because the metal in the rod is sacrificed so the tank does not corrode. As the anode works the life of the water heater is increased. A rheem factory part.

Water heater anode rod model 60145 19 38 19 38. I just installed this flexible anode in an 80 gallon tank so i used the full length. Eastman water heater anode rod water heater anode rod. 3 section aluminum anode rod features 3 section flexibility for easy installation.

Item 1023132 model 60066. Anode rods are the most important line of defense in preventing corrosion and leaks in your water heater. The rod corrodes instead of your water heater tank. Npt x 42 in.

The anode rod is built with a stainless steel cable and 4 sections of aluminum links with zinc alloy. This model has a 6 year limited tank and 1 year parts warranty. Protect your water heating investment. The anode rod should be inspected periodically and replaced every 4 to 5 years.

Eastman flexible 45 in. Providing an ample supply of water to households with 5 6 people. This everbilt 3 4 in. The home depot can install your new water heater within 24 hours.

A patented magnesium anode rod design incorporates a special resistor that protects the tanks from corrosion providing longer tank life. So you will have to cut the last segment off of the flexible rod. Eastman water heater anode rod helps prolong the life of your water heater by attracting impurities in the water. The segments are attached with approx 1 8 cable so you may want to use a metal cut off wheel on a grinder or dremel as not to stress the relatively soft magnesium.

These devices work because the metal in the rod is sacrificed so the tank does not corrode. It is easy to install by attaching it to the top of the tank to keep it steady. The anode should be checked and replaced every couple of years.