Anode Rod Length for Rheem Water Heater

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Hello All,

First post on this excellent resource!

I'm preparing to replace the anode rod on my Rheem PRO50E water heater. Model number on the unit is PRO50 2 RH91 and the unit itself is about 60" tall. I am having trouble determining the "right" part number replacement for the anode tube. Specifically I am wanting to make sure I get the correct length so I don't need to hack it down to the proper length.

I'm looking at the part number SP11256C R-Tech Magnesium Anode Rod. It's 44 3/8" long and .9" in diameter. I believe this will work, but since I'm new to this process I'd like to ask the experts!

Thanks!

 

[Sarg]

That should be fine ....... Just be sure you have ceiling clearance for the 45" overhead ( 8'9" ceiling ? ) to get the rod in.
The 3/4 NPT opening is 1.050 .... so with a .900 rod you have minimal ( .075 per side ) clearance to angle the rod.

If not ... they do have segmented flexible rods.

 

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Thanks Sarg. Plenty of clearance in the garage, so I think we should be OK.