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what is a powered anode?
A water tank is made from carbon steel. Since steel and oxygen = corrosion, an aluminum anode is placed in the tank which sheds electrons through a process called electrolysis. The electrons are absorbed by the steel tank stopping corrosion. Aluminum anodes are large, typically 32 inches long and ¾ inches wide. These rods sacrificial meaning they deplete over time as they shed their electrons thus need replacement. In non-chlorinated water they can create an unpleasant sulfur smell (rotten eggs).
A powered anode rod replaces the sacrificial aluminum anode with a significantly smaller titanium non-reactive anode connected to the D/C power supply. The power supply sends a measured amount of electrons to the anode which is dispersed into the tank thus stopping internal corrosion. By being non-reactive, sulfate bacteria does not grow on the titanium anode. The pleasant side effect is the hot water odor vanishes.
Why should I consider a powered anode?
Considering a powered anode for your water heater can be beneficial for several reasons:
Odor: Titanium does not react with water therefore no odor is created.
Sediment: No sediment is created.
Maintenance: Titanium anodes are considered a permanent replacement even when used in brackish (high salinity) water.
Efficiency: Our system uses just a few cents per day of electricity.
Applications: Our system is compatible with natural gas, electric, propane, solar and secondary holding tanks.
Ultimately, whether you should consider a powered anode depends on your specific budget. If you're experiencing issues with corrosion, odor, or sediment in your water heater, a powered anode might be a worthwhile investment.
Is installation of a powered anode rod difficult?
Installation can vary depending on the specific model and your water heater setup, but it is generally considered a straightforward for homeowners with basic plumbing skills.
Will any powered anode stop hot water odor?
Yes. A powered anode is not a miracle device but rather simple science. Remove the aluminum anode and the hot water will vanish within hours.
What type of power supply does your system use?
Fernando Ferrari said you are buying his engine, the rest of the car is free which is why his vehicles have plexiglass hoods, to showcase his engineering. Water Tank Tec operates under the philosophy. Your buying our Potential Controller Power Supply, we give you the anode and extension rod for free.
Below is our Ferrari of Powered Anode Systems Water Tank Tec offers.
our competitors Power Supplies.
The below circuit board is what consumers receive when they pay $149.95 - $179.95 for an Amazon top reviewed brand. We have omitted the coil transformer and LED from the photo. A $4.39 generic power supply engineered for a CCTV surveillance camera, LED lights etc. transformer power supply as seen here.
Truth in disclosure.
Below and above is the inside of the power supply a brand charging $149.95 - $179.00 on Amazon & ebay. 11 other brands use this same unit.
What brands use this type of power supply?
12 brands shown below. These brands choose the Xing Yuan Electronics XY-24000050DU & XY-20000050DU 24 & 20 is the voltage output 15mA power supply @ $4.39 each.
where is the factory anode located?
Find the Anode Port, detach the plastic cover, and eliminate the foam insulation. After uncovering the Anode Bolt Head, employ a 1-1/16 inch 6 point socket to extract the previous anode.
is installation complicated?
Below are 2 alternatives for installation. If the anode port is recessed (higher efficiency tanks) we provide a free extension rod that screws onto our anode allowing for wire connection points.
Click here for our PDF installation Instructions.
What if i cant remove the aluminum anode?
Some factory anodes can be tough to remove. If you strip the bolt off or simply cant break it loose, you can purchase the below parts for less than $10.00 and install it on the Hot water side of the tank as shown below. The aluminum rod will eventually deplete therefore we recommend flushing the tank within 1 year if this installation is performed.
Our power supply LED.
1st Phase: Our electrical-potential assessment (LED flashes Green). This assessment will ascertain how much voltage/current the potential controller will output to the anode. Throughout this phase, our LED will flash green for a few seconds.
2nd Phase: Our LED will turn solid Green to show the proper voltage/current is sent to the anode and into the tanks water. Our LED will flash Red should a wire come loose or our power supply has suffered a malfunction. Although this rarely happens, we provide a free replacement for as long as you own it should it happen.
Why different product names?
Your looking at a White Label Product. One seller marketing different powered anodes under multiple names from the same supplier.
Vattceel: Mentions Corro Protec in their ad. Vattceel generic power supply:3Vdc-100mA wall adapter power supply.
Leafinnerin: Mentions Corro Protec again. Fixodor, FunLake and MBK is made overseas, not Canada.
Water tank tec: $94.95 vs $149.95 - $179.95
Are Anode Shapes important?
Various systems employ a visual approach to promote their products. From an engineering perspective, these shapes do not enhance the product's functionality whatsoever. Corrosion protection is managed by the power supply.
The Matcor system shown below is an example of a Commercial Application for a 250,000 gallon City water tank. No V shaped, Mesh or Spiral anode. A simple round anode electron-emitter monitored by a potential controller. Our system utilizes this form of engineering platform on a significantly smaller size.
Flooding the marketplace.
24 powered anodes are now sold on Amazon, one brand has 31 ads on ebay. These brands are commonly called White Label Brands which we discuss below.
The most recent powered anode on Amazon: $89.99
No Amazon sales or poor reviews? Simply re-list it under a new name, price, and images. Same power supply, same anode without the knurling housing.
What is a white label product?
White labeling is a business practice where a product is produced by one company, rebranded and sold by another company under its own brand name. The core product remains the same, but the branding, packaging, and marketing are tailored to suit the selling company's brand identity. This practice allows companies to offer products without the need for in-house engineering, prototyping and production expenses.
Small Anode White label examples.
The brands below use appliance power supplies used for clock radios, desktop phones, computer modems and the like.
Large anode white label examples.
The brands below use generic power supplies engineered for small voltage/current draw application such as LED light strips, CCD cameras and such.
Our Power Supply Vs Others Test.
Amazons best seller claims their brand automatically adjusts. Lets verify this assertion through a practical experiment by placing a defective anode in a water tank to see if their power supply identifies the issue and alerts the consumer.
Do higher priced anodes work better?
Advertising costs money which is ultimately passed onto the consumer. Below is an Amazon ad campaign other brands use.
automatically Adjusts?
If this brand does indeed adjust as their ad claims, there would be no need for larger anode sizes and power supplies. Click here for other claims.
email attesting to our voltage/current output.
Our Anode output has received positive feedback from one of our valued customers, Jeff. He recently installed our system and tested its performance. We prioritize the satisfaction of our consumers, which is why we engineer our Potential Controller to adapt to different water tank sizes and conditions. Our current adjusts accordingly while maintaining a consistent output, as demonstrated in the photo provided by Jeff.
How our system Works.
Customer Installation of our system.
Destabilize the calcium molecule?
Cat & Mouse Game, We post their misleading claims, they remove them.
This is a false claim which they have removed from their website. A powered anode does not reduce limescale. Limescale is a calcium carbonate mineral present in all water sources. When water dries, the calcium minerals are left behind as a white chalky substance. This is why we descale our coffee pots with acidic vinegar.
Email to use: Jennifer (condensed).
Fixodor uses the same style of Anode as your product with only a 5 Year Expected Anode Life, 2 year warranty on their product. Does your anode last longer?
Jennifer, welcome to the world of brand competition. Other brands will say anything to discretion their competition.
Corro Protec markets Fixodor. Fixodor use to show the Country of origin which is China however that has been removed from their listing.
The CP brand claims it is made in North America (Canada) and comes with a 20 year warranty. Fixodor uses an imported power supply from Xing Electronics located in China. Both CP and Fixodor use the very same power supply.
Fixodor uses a shorter version of the same anode we use which is coated with a MMO Ti substrate for conductivity. This type of anode is used commercially due to its longevity and reliability (over 20 years).
There is no sound reason for a 2 year warranty.
The design flaw of epoxy filled anodes.
Designing a powered anode instead of engineering it can lead to undesirable consequences. Using epoxy resin as a pressure seal for a powered anode will eventually lead to failure. No engineer would approve this type of pressure seal.
It is also important to consider the type of epoxy/sealant used in these products. Certain resins can pose health risks since all households use hot water for not only bathing but washing dishes, cooking, washing hands etc.
Water Tank Tec uses Food Grade Safe mechanical pressure seals that do not leak.
RV anode.
My water turned pink.
Certain V-Shaped anodes employ an aluminum anode rod coated with MMO Ti. The MMO Ti coating tends to detach from the aluminum substrate since heat treating would deform the aluminum anode rod therefore metal bonding is inadequate and will flake off. Consequently, when the aluminum comes into contact with chlorinated water, the aluminum will adversely react with the chlorine thus turning the water within the containment vessel pink.
This is why Water Tank Tec uses 98.7% pure titanium which does not react with water or chlorine. Our MMO Ti anode is acid etched and baked on for permanent adhesion.
epoxy filled v shaped anodes over time.
The image shown below is called Sidewall Shifting. Unfortunately, it was taken down from the Amazon website just 48 hours after it was first posted. Amazon no longer shows consumer postings of leaking anode reviews by this particular brand.
Other results of a leaking anode.
Water infiltrated the insulation cavity and seeped into the outer casing of the tanks, eventually reaching the 220Vac connection panel causing the home circuit breaker panel to trip. This leaked ruined the tanks insulation value
What does the water quality association seal mean?
Disclaimer - Wrapping up our Product vs other brands Reviews.
We have extensively covered various topics on our homepage. It is important to highlight that the images and editorial comments related to other products are not meant to dissuade individuals from purchasing a different Powered Anode product. This website displays the claims and visuals of other products without any modifications, with the intention of faithfully presenting the perspectives of other brands.
Photos Of Our System Installed.
just a few of our customer installation photos, Many thanks!
Do you currently own a Bradford White water heater? We have just the solution you need for your nipple style applications.
How To Remove Your Nipple Style Anode Rod Click here for a short video
All Bradford White and some AO Smith tanks use a nipple type Anode rod. If you can’t find your anode port on top of the heater then you more than likely have a nipple style rod. These replacement Anodes can not be purchased at Lowe’s or Menard's. These Anode Rods must be purchased on-line.
Our solution is simple, replace their Nipple Style Anode Rod with a $15.00 part conversion and end the internal corrosion problem. You can use brass components which are slightly more expensive but worth the investment. Since our product is made from aircraft quality stainless steel which is a passive metal, you will not have any electrolysis issues on the thread points. We recommend using a quality thread sealant on the brass threads going into the carbon steel tank.
If your tank has a 12 year warranty, you have 2 Anode Rods. 1 replaceable Anode & 1 nipple style Anode. Click here for a factory photo of how they are installed. The only difference between a 6 and 12 year warranty is the number of Anode Rods. 6 year warranty, 1 Anode, 12 year warranty, 2 Anodes.
If your system has 2 anode rods, use this system to eliminate the 2nd rod Click here.
If your water heater has a single nipple style Anode Rod, please see the below diagram to convert your tank and incorporate our system. We do not sell these parts since by the time you add in USPS shipping costs, it would amount to $35.00 to send you $15.00 worth of parts.
Nipple Style anode rod conversion hardware.
Finding Your anode Rod location - removing & extracting. Click on images for helpful notes.
Location Of The Anode Rod Before Ordering our product or purchasing a new Tank.
If you can find the location of your Anode Rod Bolt Top on your existing heater tank, our system can be installed (see above photos). It is advised that if you are purchasing a new water heater that you find the Anode Rod location on their display model. If you can't find the Anode port, ask to see the owners manual. If it is accessible and between 10 to 110 gallons, our product will work in your system. Removing the Factory Anode Rod will require a breaker bar and someone else to steady the tank when removing it.
Helpful Tip On Removing The Factory Anode Rod.
Instead of using thread tape or liquid sealant, the factory chooses to install the Anode Rod using Red Loctite which is a permanent liquid thread sealant and is difficult to remove. Use only a 6 point 1 1/16 socket. Leave the tank full of water or if a new installation, fill the tank full first. The water will help steady the tank. Best results are using a 1/2" breaker bar with a pipe extension. If you have access to an impact wrench, this would be even better. See our customer photos above for removing the foam insulation.
Our Warranty
Solid State Electronics are what we use, which is why we offer a Lifetime warranty on our Power Supply. If our LED ever turns Red, simply contact us for a free replacement. Our anode is non-interactive with water therefore it also carries a Lifetime warranty.
Shipping & Delivery Times. All Below Times Are Indiana Eastern Daylight Savings Time (EDT).
* All Orders Are Shipped USPS Priority Mail. You Can Expect 1 to 3 Day Delivery times Anywhere In The USA.
* Shipping: All orders received by 5:00 AM Daylight savings time (DST) Monday - Friday ship the same day.
* Saturday Orders By 5:00 AM Ship Same Day.
What You Will Receive.
1 MMO Ti Coated Tank Sensor Rod.
1 Power Supply Control Module With 8' Power Cord.
1 Stainless Steel Extension Rod ‘If Needed’ For Recessed Anodes (insulation depth thickness).
Simple Installation Instructions.
Returns.
Non-Installation Returns After Purchase: 3 Months. If the anode has been installed, a $35.00 deduction will apply to your refund since we do not resale the anode.
Free 1 - 3 day shipping nationwide In The USA.
Our Product is made within an ISO Certified facility, which ensures quality, consistency and compliance with CE Universal standards.
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