Does the length of a water heater heating element make a difference? No, not as long as you have the proper voltage, watts and style. Shorter elements have a larger diameter therefore the same surface area.
How do I loosen a water heater element?
Mix a solution of half vinegar and half water in a small cup. Dip a toothbrush into the solution and brush it between the seam of the heating element and the side of the heating tank. Apply the solution liberally, but do not allow it to drip heavily. Allow the solution to sit for 20 minutes.
How do you remove a hot water heater element without a wrench?
Mix a solution of half vinegar and half water in a small cup. Dip a toothbrush into the solution and brush it between the seam of the heating element and the side of the heating tank. Apply the solution liberally, but do not allow it to drip heavily. Allow the solution to sit for 20 minutes.
What size is the inlet and outlet on hot water heaters?
Most of the water heater inlet size comes with ¾” or ½” diameter. ½” is a common measurement for old households. These days most water heater supply lines require ¾” diameter inlet size. For a tankless water heater, the size mostly varies from ¾ inch to 1 inch.Aug 29, 2021
What size thread is a water heater element?
The element is NPS (national pipe straight) and the coupling is NPT (national pipe tapered). They are both 1" and 11 1/2 threads/inch.May 9, 2009