Aluminum Zinc Water Heater Anode Rod

Replaces water heater tank s existing magnesium anode rod hex head only.

Aluminum zinc water heater anode rod.

Since the working mechanism is slow this is the reason why it produces low voltage during electrolysis. Aluminum anodes tend to be cheaper than magnesium anode rods. Anode rods are made from more reactive metals. A similar process occurs when a less reactive metal more noble and a more reactive metal less noble are put in the same conditions.

Keep in mind that zinc anode rods are really just aluminum with a tiny bit of zinc added. Such metals include magnesium aluminum and zinc. The presence of zinc can help to reduce the foul rotting egg sulfur smell that some water heaters produce. Please read our faq for more information regarding water odor.

This kind of anode rod produces an electrical charge in the water instead of having a chemical reaction. Order 2 or more single anode rods for greater savings. Zinc oxide and zinc compounds are indigestible to micro organisms such as bacteria. An anode rod made of a mixture of aluminum and zinc appears to prevent odors since the zinc changes the chemical composition of the water.

Another alternative is an electrical anode rod. To be fair this type of rod is much less expensive when you compare it with the magnesium or any other type of rods. Most water heaters come with an aluminum rod as standard equipment. There are several options for replacing your anode rod with magnesium aluminum or a combination of aluminum zinc and tin being the most common anode rod materials.

The anode rod sacrifices itself to increase the lifespan of your water heater. Eastman water heater anode rod water heater anode rod. Just safely cut it shorter with a simple hacksaw. Choosing the right anode rod mainly comes down to the level of hardness in your water.

Both aluminum and magnesium anodes work well. Flexible segmented sacrificial anode rod for water heater tank made from aluminum zinc alloy cures rotten egg sulfur smell in hot water. Eliminates rotten egg smell in hot water caused by hydrogen sulfide gas h2s and extends service life of water heater tank. This water heater anode rod makes it simple with everything you need anode rod teflon sealing tape and 1 1 16 chrome finished socket all in one box.

For harder water an aluminum anode rod is the best choice for your heater and if you live in an area with soft water then a magnesium anode rod is your best choice. Item 1023132 model 60066.