If the hex head is set below the top of the heater you ll need a 1 1 16 in.
Anode rod hex size.
1 1 16 thread size npt in.
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You can see one problem right away.
These anode rods are usually found in large commercial water heaters where the risk of corrosion is higher than usual.
Check the condition of your anode rod every three years.
Eastman flexible 45 in.
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The anode rod is self sacrificing and will continue to corrode until eventually it must be replaced.
Long aluminum anode rod for water heaters model ap12938 41 37 41 37.
Hex head size in.
Long magnesium r tech.
Most anodes are at the top of the heater attached by a hex head screw.
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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.
This part is exactly what the rheem specs call for.
The combination anode is an ordinary anode which is attached to an unusual place.
Flexible segmented version also available.
If a water softener is in use we recommend using a powered anode like the corro protec asin b01h459tak or the ceranode asin b01kimc91w.
Diameter x 42 in.
Diameter x 44 3 8 in.
Anode rod 0 900 in.
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Chances are your old anode rod will be frozen in place by corrosion.
Socket to reach it.
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.
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.
The anode rod s head is offset in its opening atop the water heater making it essentially.
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.
It has a 1 1 16 hex head that calls for a rather large socket.