Most regular water heaters anode rod socket size of 1-1/16 inches. Many makers use this size, so it's easier for you to find the right tools. To change the anode rod, you'll need a socket wrench or a breaker bar that fits this size. A socket wrench is handy and easy to use, making it simpler to loosen the rod.
Anode rod size is: 9 ¼" long, ¾" diameter with ¾" NPT thread, installation with 1-1/16" socket (Included in the product), Compatible with Suburban and Mor-Flo Water Heaters.
Yep. I used an impact wrench on my one year old anode rod. Came right out.
Most regular water heaters anode rod socket size of 1-1/16 inches. Many makers use this size, so it's easier for you to find the right tools. To change the anode rod, you'll need a socket wrench or a breaker bar that fits this size. A socket wrench is handy and easy to use, making it simpler to loosen the rod.
An impact wrench is less than 2000 RPM, whereas a mid-torque pneumatic impact wrench can rotate at 8000 RPM or more. The impact driver is between the two at speeds up to 3600 RPM.
Sometimes the anode rod can be quite stubborn. In such cases, use a breaker bar to gain additional leverage. If you don't have a breaker bar, you can improvise by placing a PVC or metal pipe over your ratchet wrench to extend its handle.
The RV anode rod's size and material type: aluminum/zinc anode rod, 9.25" long, ¾" threads, uses a 1-1/16'' socket. The RV Aluminum/Zinc anode rod fits for almost all water heaters including; A.O. smith, Rheem, Reliance, Richmond, Kenmore, State, GE and many more that also use the standard ¾" NPT Anode Rod Connection.
Anode rods require routine inspection and replacement, approximately every three to five years. Without proper maintenance, the anode rod loses its ability to divert damaging particulates from your tank and can accelerate rust and corrosion from chemical reactions, excessive heat, and imbalanced pH levels.
Anode rods are usually installed and kept in the heater for several years, so it may be a bit hard to get loose. You can try using a "breaker bar" for better leverage or you can also try tightening the rod just a little to loosen up the threads.
While the installation of a Corro-Protec Powered Anode Rod does not necessarily require a torque measurement, if you choose to use one, aim for about 22 foot-pounds.
Collection of Calcium Carbonate
It is not abnormal for calcium carbonate to collect on the exterior of an anode rod in a water heater. These white minerals keep the rod from corroding. While this may be beneficial under any other circumstance, the whole point of the anode rod is to corrode to keep the water tank safe.
All sacrificial anode rods are not the same. And, generally speaking, they are not specific to the water heater. Rods can differ in length, diameter, and composition.
Water heater elements come in various sizes, and it is critical to use the correct size socket for their installation or removal. A standard size for most water heater elements is the 1-1/2 inch socket. However, some variations may require a different size.
To remove almost all anode rods, you'll need a 1 and 1/16 inch deep socket, and a strong ratchet, maybe even using a additional breaker bar to give your more leverage, although there is an easier way. Use an impact driver with the deep socket.
Generally, anode rods are interchangeable, meaning that you should be able to replace your aluminum anode rod with a zinc one. However, always check your owner's manual for guidance from the manufacturer. But before you replace your anode rod, you need to know how to tell if it's going bad.
Anode rods typically come in three varieties, made up of three different types of metals: magnesium, aluminum, and zinc. The magnesium anode rod is the most common type of anode rod. The magnesium rods are best used in areas with soft water as they corrode easily. The second most common type is the aluminum anode rod.
The Impact Wrench: An Effective Tool for Anode Rod Removal.
And they do indeed recommend Teflon Tape on Anode rod threads. Watch this 5 minute video by Mark Polk for installation details!
There are three general wrench sizes for automotive work: 1/4-inch, 3/8-inch, and 1/2-inch. The 1/4-inch impact wrench is great for smaller, delicate jobs; 3/8-inch wrenches can work for almost anything; and 1/2-inch impact wrenches are typically used on heavy-duty nuts and bolts.
If you use your impact wrench to tighten a cross-threaded nut or bolt, you will damage the threads further – irreparably so.
A socket adapter can be used to convert the 1/4″ hex socket to a 1/2″ square drive. This will allow you to transform your impact driver into a wrench. An impact driver may not be strong enough if you have a problem. This is important to remember.