Bradford White Anode Rod Type

Bradford white 224 47776 12 magnesium anode rod 3 4 npt x 2 50 x 47 13 x 840 note.

Bradford white anode rod type.

Bradford white 224 47782 01 hex head magnesium anode rod. So you suspect your water heater s current anode rod needs replacing so you re figuring out which type you ought to purchase as a replacement. If it protrudes above the top you can use any type of wrench. In a water heater an anode rod also referred to as sacrificial rod is consumed as it gives up its electrons to protect the carbon steel tank cathode.

If the hex head is set below the top of the heater you ll need a 1 1 16 in. Bradford white powerstor2 aluminum anode rod for bradford white m1tw40s m1tw50s m1tw50l 12 and m1tw40l 12 aluminum anode. Socket to reach it. Aluminum and magnesium rods.

Chances are your old anode rod will be frozen in place by corrosion. Bradford white 11 39 each add to cart. Bradford white anode rods are direct replacements for residential and commercial bradford white water heaters. Plug type magnesium anode rod 224 47782 09 plug type magnesium anode rod.

Free shipping on orders over 99. Aluminum vs magnesium our review. Water heater anode rods. Removal of the magnesium anode and replacement with a bradford white a420 anode rod may minimize the problem.

Length may vary by 1 2 anode rod pool1 free shipping on orders over 99. Check the condition of your anode rod every three years. The two main factors that contribute to anode activity are anode material and water chemistry. But first let s compare the two most common types of anode rods you ll find in water heaters today.