Anode Rod Hex Size

Hex head size in.

Anode rod hex size.

Thanks to all the reviews i was able to do some research and ordered this anode rod from amazon. It has a 1 1 16 hex head that calls for a rather large socket. The anode rod is self sacrificing and will continue to corrode until eventually it must be replaced. Oneness 369 water heater element hex socket with anode rod hex socket wrench removal tool tube spanner 1 1 16 x 1 1 2 x 6 length 4 8 out of 5 stars 1 484 10 95 10.

Free delivery with 45 order. This part is exactly what the rheem specs call for. The combination anode is an ordinary anode which is attached to an unusual place. Set your store to see local availability add to cart.

Chances are your old anode rod will be frozen in place by corrosion. If a water softener is in use we recommend using a powered anode like the corro protec asin b01h459tak or the ceranode asin b01kimc91w. The anode rod s head is offset in its opening atop the water heater making it essentially. If the hex head is set below the top of the heater you ll need a 1 1 16 in.

These anode rods are usually found in large commercial water heaters where the risk of corrosion is higher than usual. Anode rod 0 900 in. You can see one problem right away. Eastman flexible 45 in.

Diameter x 44 3 8 in. Check the condition of your anode rod every three years. The negatively charged electrons create a higher voltage to flow from the anode rod to the steel tank causing the anode rod to corrode instead of the steel water heater tank or other exposed metals such as electric elements. Magnesium flexible water heater anode rod magnesium anode rod for hot water heaters 44 inch long 0 8 inch diameter 3 4 npt thread including 1 1 16 inch hex socket tool and teflon tape 36 go to amazon.

The anode rod is basically an aluminum cylinder around a steel wire core attached to a steel bolt that screws into the top of the water heater. Socket to reach it. The key here is. 1 1 16 thread size npt in.

Most anodes are at the top of the heater attached by a hex head screw. Water heater anode rod model 60145 18 82 18 82. If it protrudes above the top you can use any type of wrench. This hex head anode anode is a 44 long continuous rod making it a direct replacement for the solid anode your tank shipped with.

Flexible segmented version also available. Free delivery with 45 order.