Dielectric Union Installation On Water Heater

Separate a 3 4 inch dielectric union into its component halves by unscrewing the central nut.

Dielectric union installation on water heater.

We offer dielectric unions in a range of configurations sizes and materials. One half is made of. The installation of a fitting with inert material between the two metals prevents the flow of electrons between the metals preventing premature failure of the piping traditionally dielectric unions see pictures at right have been installed to perform this function. That s with copper water lines of course.

I usually install brass nipples with dielectric unions. Is a dielectric union necessary on every water heater. Fip x sweat dielectric union model 112 duxlc 23 01 23 01. Dielectric unions dielectric unions are used in commercial and residential applications to prevent accelerated corrosion and deterioration in the piping system due to galvanic and stray current.

Get free shipping on qualified dielectric fitting water heater accessories or buy online pick up in store today in the plumbing department. It is installed between pipes made from dissimilar metal. The home depot can install your new water heater within 24 hours.