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How does a powered Anode work?
Anode: Replaces the sacrificial Aluminum Anode with non-degrading Titanium Anode. Since Titanium does not interact with water, it is considered a permanent replacement.
Power Supply: Supplies the Anode with a measured D/C voltage/current to provide 24/7 internal corrosion protection.
what a powered anode wont do.
Clean the tanks water.
Stop Limescale.
Neutralize water odors.
The benefits of our powered anode.
Odor: Rotten egg odor vanishes within hours. This is due to removing the odor causing Aluminum Anode from the tank.
Sediment: Sediment is eliminated since the sacrificial Anode has been removed and waist no longer falls to the tank bottom as it deteriorates.
Maintenance: Our Titanium Anode is a permanent replacement even when used in brackish (high salinity) water since they do not react with water.
Efficiency: Our system uses just a few cents of electricity per day.
Applications: Our system is compatible with natural gas, electric, propane, solar and secondary holding tanks from 10 to 110 gallon sizes.
Now lets compare our brand to others.
The Controller: The controller is the Heart of the Powered Anode system. The controller regulates voltage/current delivered to the Anode which safeguards the tank from internal corrosion. If the current is not regulated as shown in this graph, the tank is not protected, its that simple.
Water Tank Tec upgrades our controller as new electronic components become available, which will enhance our systems performance.
Other Powered Anode brands electronics are shown to the right which use the same generic wall adapter Power Supply since its introduction in 2016.
Our warranty compared to other brands.
Mail-in and registration-based warranties function as marketing tools rather than true consumer protection. Sellers rely on the assumption that many customers will forget or choose not to complete the required steps.
This is Common With White-Label Products.
• Registration-based warranties.
• Depreciating coverage and hidden conditions.
Water Tank Tec offers straightforward protection - automatic coverage from day one, backed by your original invoice we have on file.
Claims made by other brands.
The market’s most expensive Powered Anode with price points between $149.95 up to $179.95.
How Water tank tec honors our warranty.
The image below illustrates our commitment to standing behind our product to a consumer who purchased our product 5 years ago.
Can a Powered Anode “break apart” the Calcium molecule?
Below is just one of many White Label Powered Anode claims that are simply false.
Electric current separates ions in compounds, not elements themselves. A Powered Anode cannot break apart calcium, because calcium is already a single atom. There is no Ca₂ or “calcium molecule” to split. This is why the below image shows Limescale Deposits on the HDPE housing.
Electronic Board construction.
Our system vs others.
same magnification.
Our controller in perspective of a $149.95 - $179.95 brand.
Why bigger anodes actually decrease corrosion protection to the tank.
The brands electronics shown above to the left controller output is 15mA.
Water Tank Tec controllers output is up to 200mA depending on the tanks electrical potential demand.
What actually matters is current density, not size.
Current density = current ÷ active surface area
If you make the Anode bigger without increasing current:
Current density drops to the Anode.
Electron displacement within the tank actually decreases, not increases.
Therefor a Large Anode using a 15mA Power Supply actually supplies less current to the Anode than a longer slim Anode.
Think of the Powered Anode as a Lawn Sprinkler System. The size of the sprinkler head (the anode) doesn’t determine how well the lawn gets watered, the hose water-pressure does (the controller). A larger sprinkler head won’t water the lawn any better if the pressure stays the same.
In the same way, a Powered Anode’s effectiveness comes from the Controller delivering the correct electron output. The Anode only serves as the electron emission point.
If a larger diameter Anode would provide better corrosion protection, Water Tank Tec would have incorporated a larger design years ago.
Side By Side Comparison.
How Our system delivers electrons to the anode.
The below video represents how our Engineered Powered Anode performs.
How white label brands erode consumer trust.
Powered Anodes have been flooding the market for years. They are nothing more than mass-produced “copy cat” units made in White-Label factories by the thousands each month then sold to buyers which then exaggerate performance claims on their listings. Paid video ads then hype these products sensationalism when in reality, these products should never be used in a water tank. Consumers are best suited to stick with the Aluminum Anode.
When White-Label Powered Anodes fail, the technology itself is blamed thus eroding customer confidence and damaging the entire market.
Water Tank Tec is different.
Water Tank Tec is a fully engineered ICCP system, not a White-Label product. Our systems are scratch built, designed, tested, and verified to deliver reliable corrosion protection, consistent performance, and long-term asset confidence.
The video below demonstrates exactly why this difference matters.
Leaking Epoxy Resin Anode.
Is the epoxy resin these products use safe for potable water?
With the use of Single Faucet spickets today, cold and hot water mix for chores such as washing dishes, showering etc. It is appropriate for one to ask what type of epoxy resin the Powered Anode is using that come in contact with potable (drinking water).
Many common epoxies resins contain chemicals that can leach into water, especially if they are exposed to heat or in long-term contact with water.
Potential chemical concerns include:
Bisphenols (like BPA or BPF) – possible endocrine disruptors
Unreacted amines or solvents – health
Plasticizers or additives not intended for ingestion
Some are only approved for cold water, not hot
If the seller using epoxy resin in their Anode does not list any of the below certifications showing that it is free from the below chemicals, consideration should be given to purchasing it.
Chemicals common in epoxy resin:
NSF/ANSI 61 – the big one for drinking water system components
WRAS (UK)
KTW / DVGW (Germany/EU)
Water Tank Tec uses a Mechanically-Pressurized-Sealed Food-Grade-Safe Silicone seal to avoid water potable water contamination.
Epoxy-Resin filled Anodes life cycle.
Anodes within the tank live in a harsh environment (electrolytes, moisture, acids, alkalis, PH water).
Epoxy will absorb chemicals and water.
Thermal expansion mismatch. Epoxy expands at a different rate than the steel housing.
Thermal cycling stress from heating & cooling tank cycles. This causes swelling, softening, and embrittlement.
Eventually → cracking, de-bonding from the metal anode housing and in some cases ejecting from the housing.
Amazon Review of Epoxy Resin Blow-Out.
Epoxy Filled Anode Leaks over time.
why do brands use epoxy resin as a seal?
Simple answer, they sell. The construction of this type of Anode consists of filling a stainless steel housing with saw dust fiber then pouring epoxy resin into the housing, which is their seal.
Water Tank Tec Anodes have six (6) precision machining stages to create our leak-proof Anode.
What type of brands use epoxy-filled anodes.
high priced Powered Anode Gimmick up-sells.
A higher-cost Powered Anode does not mean higher quality, as true a true ICCP system is self-regulating. Inconsistent Anode sizes and Power Supply outputs indicate White-Label marketing rather than sound engineering.
What is a white-label powered anode?
Manufacturer: White-label Powered Anodes originate from generic manufacturers, so the actual origin and quality is not disclosed. The buyer might be misled into thinking they're getting a custom-designed, high-performance product when it's essentially a rebadged version of a mass-produced, low-quality item.
Quality Control: Wholesale buyers don’t own the manufacturing process, they purchase what the factory makes.
Suppliers use substandard electronics to keep the cost down.
Power Supplies. Generic Power Supplies to save costs are used.
Faulty Engineering. Buyers can only purchase what the factory produces.
Competition. A brand called VATTCEEL accidentally mentions Corro Protect in their ad. 1 factory, multiple Powered Anodes produced.
Misleading Manufacturer Instructions. This information is passed onto the Consumer.
Marketing claims & Actual product cost from overseas.
Any item can be “Patent-Pending”. This is good for 12 months before a formal submission. This product however will not receive a Patent since this technology is already used in the industry as well as the manufacturer being a overseas entity.
This brand has no factory in Canada as claimed, it is imported from China.
Our Power Supply vs others in real working conditions.
Companies can say almost anything in ads. Without testing, there’s no way to separate real performance from hype. Lets do a real test.
Editors Note: This video was created 9 months before we installed an Audible Alarm in our controller.
The test.
Enough of the tec stuff. Where is the anode located?
All American water heaters have an anode rod that can be removed. Bradford White, however, uses a ‘nipple’ anode meaning it does not have a port rather it is on the Hot water side of the tank. This replacement is shown on this site further down on the page. Once the Anode Port is found, remove the plastic cover, and foam insulation. Once the Anode is located, use a 1-1/16 inch 6 point socket to extract the previous anode. With the same socket, screw our anode in the same location.
Water tank Tec Standard vs recessed installation.
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.
My Anode wont break loose or Bradford White installation.
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. This installation will also work with the Bradford White tanks installed on the HOT water side. Keep in mind, always flush the water tank before or after installing our product. This will remove any debris of of the old Anode and any limescale accumulation.
Correct Installation of Bradford white or alternative anode location.
Does a Powered Anode void the tank warranty?
Our properly engineered ICCP system will protect the water tank from internal corrosion therefore there would be no need for a warranty claim other than a failed heating element.
If you actually read brands warranty (most of us don’t) the manufacture will not cover the following: The water heater replacement is requested for reasons of noise, taste, odor, Discoloration or Rust.
With the above being said, our best advice is to dismiss what ‘may’ happen and install our system. We have never, to this date, had a complaint of a tank leak failure when our system was installed in a healthy tank (no rust-colored flush water).
Disclaimer - Wrapping up our Product vs other brands Reviews.
Our website spans multiple subject areas but consistently prioritizes technical accuracy. ICCP (powered anode) is a validated and well-characterized electrochemical technology. Any images or claims from other brands are reproduced without modification. We focus on presenting verifiable data and functional analysis to distinguish factual performance characteristics of Powered-Anode systems from promotional messaging. Transparency for consumers is our guiding principle.
Photos Of Our System Installed.
just a few of our customer installation photos, Many thanks!
Bradford White (nipple anodes) installation.
How To Remove Your Nipple Style Anode Rod Click here for a short video
Bradford White and some A O 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.
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
We offer a lifetime warranty on our Potential Controller. If the LED ever flashes Red, contact us via email: mray@waterodor.com If we cannot resolve the issue together, a new controller will be sent to you free of charge.
Shipping & Delivery Times. All Below Times Are Indiana Eastern Daylight Savings Time (EDT).
* All Orders Are Shipped USPS Ground Advantage. 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.
Always Flush Your Water Heater Once Every Year!
We Also Recommend Sanitizing Your Well Every 3 Years. Click Here For How To Perform This Task.
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