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52 Inch Flexible Sectional Magnesium Anode Rod with AZ63 Alloy for Commercial Water Heaters
Product Details:
| Place of Origin: | Hunan, China |
| Brand Name: | High Broad |
| Certification: | ISO 9001:2015 |
| Model Number: | MAR-5218-FS |
Payment & Shipping Terms:
| Minimum Order Quantity: | 50 Pieces |
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| Price: | USD 0.1-1/ Piece |
| Packaging Details: | WNRLN branded color box with foam padding, export-grade corrugated carton |
| Delivery Time: | 5-7 working days for stock, 15-25 days for production |
| Payment Terms: | T/T,L/C,PayPal,Western Union |
| Supply Ability: | 100000 Pieces per Month |
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Detail Information |
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| Length: | 52 Inch (1321 Mm) | Design: | Flexible Sectional Chain-Link |
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| Working Temperature: | Up To 180 F (82 C) | Head Type: | Hex Head |
| Thread Size: | 3/4 Inch NPT | Diameter: | 0.9 Inch (22.9 Mm) |
| Highlight: | Flexible Sectional Anode Rod,Commercial Heater Replacement Part,Multi Brand Compatible Magnesium |
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Product Description
The 52-inch flexible sectional magnesium anode rod solves the most common point in commercial water heater maintenance: replacing a rigid anode rod in tight equipment rooms. The chain-link sectional design allows the rod to bend and articulate during insertion, eliminating the need for overhead clearance equal to the rod length. This makes anode replacement fast and straightforward even in basement mechanical rooms and confined utility closets.
Commercial water heaters are often installed in spaces with limited vertical clearance, making rigid anode rod replacement nearly impossible without disconnecting plumbing or removing the heater. WNRLN's flexible sectional anode rod bends at each link joint, allowing insertion through the standard 3/4 NPT port even when clearance above the heater is less than 12 inches. This design cuts replacement labor time by up to 70% compared to rigid rods.
- Articulating Chain-Link Construction: Each section pivots independently, allowing the rod to snake into the tank through tight overhead spaces. No need to tilt or move the water heater during service.
- Heavy-Duty 0.9-Inch Diameter: The larger rod cross-section provides increased sacrificial mass for extended protection of large commercial tank volumes ranging from 50 to 120 gallons.
- Multi-Brand Compatibility: Threaded 3/4 NPT connection fits AO Smith, Rheem, Lochinvar, State, Bradford White, and most other commercial water heater brands without adapters.
- Complete Tank Protection: The 52-inch length extends deep into tall commercial tanks, ensuring full-length protection from top to bottom against galvanic corrosion.
- Labor-Saving Installation: Reduces typical commercial anode replacement time from 2-3 hours to approximately 30 minutes, dramatically lowering maintenance costs for property managers and service contractors.
- Consistent Electrochemical Performance: Made from uniform AZ63 magnesium alloy extrusions, each rod section delivers identical galvanic activity for predictable, even corrosion protection throughout the tank.
Shut off water supply and relieve tank pressure. Remove the old anode using a 1-1/16 inch socket and breaker bar. Feed the flexible sectional rod through the port, allowing each link to articulate as it enters the tank. Hand-thread initially, then tighten with socket to 15-20 ft-lbs. Apply PTFE tape for a watertight seal. No special tools required beyond a standard socket set.
Each flexible sectional anode rod is coiled and sealed in VCI anti-corrosion packaging inside a WNRLN branded box with foam cushioning. Master cartons feature reinforced corners and moisture-barrier liners for export-grade protection.
