Do all water heaters have an anode rod?

Most anode rods are sacrificial, meaning they are designed to corrode (instead of your water heater lining). Because they are meant to break down, they wear out every few years and need to be replaced. Tankless water heaters don’t have anode rods, but all standard tank-style water heaters do.

Where is anode on Rheem water heater?

The anode rod in your Rheem water heater is located on top of your tank. More precisely, your magnesium or aluminum sacrificial anode is visible through a hexagonal head located in the center of your tank under a plastic cover. Refer to your water heater’s user guide for more information.

Where is anode on AO Smith water heater?

The anode rod in your A.O. Smith brand water heater is located on top of your tank. When you are facing the front of your water heater, the sacrificial magnesium or aluminum anode is located at the back, between the cold and hot water connections.

Do Bradford White water heaters have anode rods?

The anode rod in your Bradford White water heater is located at the hot water outlet of your tank. Unfortunately, it is not easily accessible. You must remove the hot water outlet to access it.

How long does Rheem anode rod last?

Therefore, the average heater only starts to rust at the 10 to 12 year mark. For this reason, we believe 12 years should be the limit for replacing anodes in standard model heaters. Again, exceptions can be made when the heater looks in good condition and where the anode is still working.

What type of anode does A.O. Smith use?

One of the commonly used zinc-aluminum anode rods our technicians install is an A.O. Smith KA-90 Anode Rod (100108571). This type of anode has helped many of our well water based customers rid their homes of the smelly water (see image slider).

How long is an anode rod for a Bradford White water heater?

Bradford White Anode Rod Magnesium 3/4″ NPT x 47.1″ L.