Suburban 232768 Aluminum Anode Rod: Is it Aluminum OR Magnesium??? Others say Mg
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If it were magnesium, it wouldn't say "Aluminum" Magnesium is a lot more expensive the the aluminum offers adequate anode protection.
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Unfortunately, I don't have access to my spare anode and its package and won't for several weeks. I don't know the answer off hand. sorry Dave
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This is an Aluminum Anode Rod according to the listing: Suburban 232768 Aluminum Anode Rod
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100% Aluminum, same as original equipment on my 2010 travel trailer 6 gal Suburban Water Heater.
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I bought the spark replacement for my grandson's scooter...my son believes the spark is created by magnesium... Hope that helps!
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It aint aluminum cuz it melted at around 300'F. Not lead, cuz toxic. My guess is some bismuth / antimony eutectic alloy - but have not tested. But the part came, and fixed my pressure cooker !
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According to AntaresPro.com, these are copper clad aluminum; other sites turn up in google search saying it is a hybrid metal to optimize conductivity--meaning evasive wording to avoid saying copper clad aluminum. If I knew for sure this was copper wire, I'd buy it, wish it was. Confusing information here at Amazon.com, including customer care info which appears to be wrong--truth or consequences? Advance auto rep says copper wire too on the online answer, but I think true copper wire would be heavier in pounds weight than this is.
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It's DC only. Not recommended for aluminum & magnesium. You'll need high freq AC for that. You can also check their website for other models & additional info.
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Chuck I honestly don't know what that refers to. I bought this anode to replace my aluminum anode in my hot water heater since the aluminum flakes from the old anode were clogging up my shower heads. The magnesium rod cured that problem for me. I wondered about the term resistor anode myself when I bought it, but never found out what it meant. You might go to the Rheem website and email them or give their customer service a call and I'm sure they could tell you.
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Aluminum. Had one for work and purchased one personally. I really like the unit.
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i dont know because i bought it for my brother in law. I think its aluminum
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The OEM rod is magnesium. We use our RV quite a bit (7-8 months a year since we are retired) and the original rod was all but gone in a year. This rod is Aluminum and will do the same job as a mag one, but my experience is a aluminum rod will last for several seasons. You need to get a heater flush tool if you are in a area that the water has a lot of lime in it. Flush out the heater a couple times a season. I change out my electric heater element once a year. They build a lot of scale and it will flake off. Flush tool Camco 11691 Camco 11691 Water Heater Tank Rinser The OEM rod is magnesium. We use our RV quite a bit (7-8 months a year since we are retired) and the original rod was all but gone in a year. This rod is Aluminum and will do the same job as a mag one, but my experience is a aluminum rod will last for several seasons. You need to get a heater flush tool if you are in a area that the water has a lot of lime in it. Flush out the heater a couple times a season. I change out my electric heater element once a year. They build a lot of scale and it will flake off. Flush tool Camco 11691 Camco... » Read More The OEM rod is magnesium. We use our RV quite a bit (7-8 months a year since we are retired) and the original rod was all but gone in a year. This rod is Aluminum and will do the same job as a mag one, but my experience is a aluminum rod will last for several seasons. You need to get a heater flush tool if you are in a area that the water has a lot of lime in it. Flush out the heater a couple times a season. I change out my electric heater element once a year. They build a lot of scale and it will flake off. Flush tool Camco 11691 Camco 11691 Water Heater Tank Rinser « Show Less
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Yes , it's aluminum . Almost all are after mid 80's . The warning has to do with aluminum blocks , more than radiators .Most commonly used in small imports.Your is iron , flush away .
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agree it appears to be aluminum. be careful about the wax though, wouldn't want to ruin your work when it comes to finishing time
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I am not sure -- outside is -- inside tank may be aluminium -- i am just not sure
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I guess It's Aluminum. Fits well on Prestige Cooker.Why bother? It'll melt when pressure is high as safety measure.
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From seeing the product and installing a few, the anode rod it is not a actually an "electronic" process, but rather a reaction between the base metals of the metals in the rod itself and the composition of the water.Then again, i just know it extends the life of the water heater and worth the money.The other point is while it does not improve the looks of the water heater, mark the dates of replacement on the outside of the tank in sharpie, It indicates you are a knowledgeable homeowner and improves the impression of someone who cares about their property.I am not an expert, and i would welcome that opinion.KS From seeing the product and installing a few, the anode rod it is not a actually an "electronic" process, but rather a reaction between the base metals of the metals in the rod itself and the composition of the water.Then again, i just know it extends the life of the water heater and worth the money.The other point is while it does not improve the looks of the water heater, mark the dates of replacement on the outside of the tank in sharpie, It indicates you are a knowledgeable homeowner and improves the impression of someone who cares about their... » Read More From seeing the product and installing a few, the anode rod it is not a actually an "electronic" process, but rather a reaction between the base metals of the metals in the rod itself and the composition of the water.Then again, i just know it extends the life of the water heater and worth the money.The other point is while it does not improve the looks of the water heater, mark the dates of replacement on the outside of the tank in sharpie, It indicates you are a knowledgeable homeowner and improves the impression of someone who cares about their property.I am not an expert, and i would welcome that opinion.KS « Show Less
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I'm not 100% sure since I've already installed mine in a 10 Gal Suburban Water heater. But here is a description from eBay for this item: Anode Rod, Magnesium, #232767This 9 1/4" magnesium anode rod screws into the water heater and protects the tank by attracting corrosive elements to itself. The anode rod corrodes instead of your tank. Part number 232767.
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I think aluminum... not positive though. Look at the manufacturers website maybe??
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According to Penn, the spool is a "wide, black anodized aluminum" spool. Hope this helps!